Student Counsellor — Holy Palace Multipurpose Institute Vacancy at Holy Palace Multipurpose Institute, Kolkata
Holy Palace Multipurpose InstituteKey facts
- Role
- Student Counsellor — Holy Palace Multipurpose Institute
- School
- Holy Palace Multipurpose Institute
- City
- Kolkata
- State
- West Bengal
- Board
- State Board
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹3.6L – ₹5.3L per year
- Experience
- 5–8 years
- Posted
- 3 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
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Job description
Overview
Holy Palace Multipurpose Institute, a State Board school in Kolkata, is hiring a Student Counsellor.
Key responsibilities:
- Provide one-on-one and group support to students
- Coordinate with parents, teachers and external specialists
- Maintain confidential case records
- Support inclusion and wellbeing initiatives
Requirements:
- 2-6 years of relevant experience
- Degree in Psychology / Social Work / Special Education as relevant
About the school: “Education is not a Job”. We realize that the noble mission of education is to help the child to obey the laws of life. Our task as educators is to help the child to utilize fully his natural energies and actualize perfectly all his developmental potentialities, which will help him / her to achieve greater independence and self respect. We direct out attention to the psychological and physical development of child rather than to his / her mistakes. We believe that our duty is not to force a child to obey a mere human but the laws of development which ultimately improve the innate discipline of the children. We are also very much watchful about favourable institutional environment which is a key factor for this mission. Let us then help the children to lay the foundation of really integrated life in themselves and let them be the explorers of their world. We are sure that our firm determination, perseverance and your cordial co-operation will take us to the path of the success.
Common questions about this role
Is background verification done before joining?
Standard pre-joining checks cover qualification documents, prior employment, and reference calls. Some larger groups also do criminal-record verification.
What's the interview process like for this teaching role?
Typical schools run a screening call → a demo class (15–30 minutes for the relevant grade) → a panel interview with the Principal/HOD. Some boards also ask for a written response or a sample lesson plan.
Which curriculum does the school follow?
Holy Palace Multipurpose Institute follows the state-board curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.
How long does it take to hear back after applying?
Most schools review applications within 5–10 working days. If you don't hear back in two weeks, the role has usually been filled or paused — keep applying to similar openings in the meantime.
When are increments and bonuses given?
Most schools run yearly increments tied to the academic calendar (April cycle). Bonus structure depends on the school — confirm in writing before accepting the offer.
About Holy Palace Multipurpose Institute
“Education is not a Job”. We realize that the noble mission of education is to help the child to obey the laws of life. Our task as educators is to help the child to utilize fully his natural energies and actualize perfectly all his developmental potentialities, which will help him / her to achieve greater independence and self respect. We direct out attention to the psychological and physical development of child rather than to his / her mistakes. We believe that our duty is not to force a child to obey a mere human but the laws of development which ultimately improve the innate discipline of the children. We are also very much watchful about favourable institutional environment which is a key factor for this mission. Let us then help the children to lay the foundation of really integrated life in themselves and let them be the explorers of their world. We are sure that our firm determination, perseverance and your cordial co-operation will take us to the path of the success.
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