Matha English School is hiring a Student Counsellor — Matha English School in Bangalore
Matha English SchoolKey facts
- Role
- Student Counsellor — Matha English School
- School
- Matha English School
- City
- Bangalore
- State
- Karnataka
- Board
- State Board
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹3.3L – ₹4.9L per year
- Experience
- 3–5 years
- Posted
- 9 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
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Job description
Overview
Matha English School (Bangalore, Karnataka) is inviting applications for a Student Counsellor — Matha English School. Curriculum: STATE BOARD. The school has been running for 48+ years. Use the Apply button to register your interest — interviews are usually scheduled within 5–7 days.
Matha English School, a State Board school in Bangalore, 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: Matha English School is a Private, Secondary school and also a Day School situated at Yeshwanthpur, Bangalore.
What you'll handle as a Student Counsellor — Matha English School
Deliver wellbeing programmes, manage referrals, support transitions (admission/board years) and run age-appropriate workshops.
Working in a STATE BOARD school
This is a state-board school — expect bilingual delivery, state syllabus alignment and locally rooted curriculum context.
Working conditions
This is a day school — standard working hours with weekend off, occasional events and parent-teacher meetings.
About teaching in Bangalore
Bengaluru has India's largest cluster of international schools and a strong demand for IB/Cambridge-trained teachers.
Common questions about this role
When are increments and bonuses given?
Annual increments are usually announced in March/April, alongside the new academic year. Performance-linked bonuses vary by school — some pay a one-month festive bonus, others none.
Is school transport available for staff?
Staff transport varies. Larger schools with their own fleet usually allow staff onboarding on existing routes; smaller schools may not run dedicated routes.
What does a typical day look like?
Most teachers handle 4–6 instructional periods a day, with the rest going to lesson planning, assessment correction, and a co-curricular duty.
How big are the classes?
Section sizes typically range from 25 to 40 students. The school will confirm exact section size during the interview based on the grade you'll teach.
Is this a contract or permanent role?
This is listed as a full time role. The exact contract term and renewal terms are confirmed at offer stage.
About Matha English School
Matha English School is a day school affiliated to State Board, established in 1978, located in Bangalore, Karnataka.
Matha English School is a Private, Secondary school and also a Day School situated at Yeshwanthpur, Bangalore.
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