Kolkata: Student Counsellor — MP Birla Foundation Higher Secondary School Job at MP Birla Foundation Higher Secondary School
MP Birla Foundation Higher Secondary SchoolKey facts
- Role
- Student Counsellor — MP Birla Foundation Higher Secondary School
- School
- MP Birla Foundation Higher Secondary School
- City
- Kolkata
- State
- West Bengal
- Board
- CISCE
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹3.6L – ₹5.1L per year
- Experience
- 5–8 years
- Posted
- 17 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
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Job description
Overview
MP Birla Foundation Higher Secondary School (Kolkata, West Bengal) is inviting applications for a Student Counsellor — MP Birla Foundation Higher Secondary School. Curriculum: CISCE. The school has been running for 38+ years. Use the Apply button to register your interest — interviews are usually scheduled within 5–7 days.
MP Birla Foundation Higher Secondary School, a CISCE 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: MP Birla Foundation Higher Secondary School is a CISCE Day School in Behala, Kolkata.
What you'll handle as a Student Counsellor — MP Birla Foundation Higher Secondary School
Deliver wellbeing programmes, manage referrals, support transitions (admission/board years) and run age-appropriate workshops.
Working in a CISCE school
This is an ICSE/ISC school — expect a project-heavy curriculum, strong language emphasis and detailed internal assessment portfolios.
Working conditions
This is a day school — standard working hours with weekend off, occasional events and parent-teacher meetings.
About teaching in Kolkata
Kolkata has historic ICSE and CBSE schools alongside growing IB options, with hiring concentrated around March–May.
Common questions about this role
Is accommodation provided?
Day schools generally don't provide accommodation. The school may help with referrals to nearby PGs or rentals during your relocation.
What qualifications are required for a Student Counsellor — MP Birla Foundation Higher Secondary School?
Most Student Counsellor — MP Birla Foundation Higher Secondary School roles require a relevant Bachelor's/Master's in the subject plus a B.Ed (or equivalent teacher-training qualification). Specific board requirements (CTET, IB workshops, IGCSE training) may also apply.
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.
Do I have to work weekends?
Standard week is Monday to Saturday (often half-day Saturday). Occasional event Sundays exist (Annual Day, Sports Day, admissions test days) and are usually compensated with a comp-off.
What's the interview process like for this teaching role?
Most schools have 2–3 rounds: an HR call, a demo lesson, then a leadership interview. Be ready to walk through one of your lesson plans and how you handle classroom management.
About MP Birla Foundation Higher Secondary School
MP Birla Foundation Higher Secondary School is a day school affiliated to CISCE, established in 1988, located in Kolkata, West Bengal.
MP Birla Foundation Higher Secondary School is a CISCE Day School in Behala, Kolkata.
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