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    "description": "PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya, Ottapalam in Palakkad, Kerala is inviting applications for a Admissions Counsellor. The role sits inside the school's day-to-day academic delivery and reports into the section head. PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya, Ottapalam in Palakkad, Kerala is a senior secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 1986,. The school pairs a traditional academic core with modern classroom practices and consistent investment in faculty enablement. Details: a steady, process-driven role. The Admissions Counsellor brings consistency, accuracy, and professional maturity to every interaction inside and outside the school. Responsibilities:\n- Run the assigned operational function on a daily basis.\n- Maintain accurate records and produce reports for management.\n- Coordinate with teachers, parents, and vendors on approvals.\n- Support audits, inspections, and statutory compliance.\n- Identify process gaps and propose workable improvements. Requirements:\n- Graduate degree with prior administrative/operations experience.\n- Strong attention to detail and good follow-through.\n- Comfort with MS Office, Google Workspace, and ERP applications.\n- Professional written and spoken English (and Hindi where applicable).\n- A service mindset with parents, students, and faculty. What we offer:\n- Competitive, on-time salary (₹1.9 LPA – ₹2.5 LPA).\n- Defined working hours aligned with the school timetable.\n- Investment in your growth — training, mentorship, peer learning.\n- A respectful work environment focused on outcomes.\n- Access to school resources, libraries, labs, and digital tools. Submit your application on this page and PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya, Ottapalam will weigh your candidacy for the opening. Next steps usually include a short demo class and a panel discussion.",
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  "descriptionText": "PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya, Ottapalam in Palakkad, Kerala is inviting applications for a Admissions Counsellor. The role sits inside the school's day-to-day academic delivery and reports into the section head. PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya, Ottapalam in Palakkad, Kerala is a senior secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 1986,. The school pairs a traditional academic core with modern classroom practices and consistent investment in faculty enablement. Details: a steady, process-driven role. The Admissions Counsellor brings consistency, accuracy, and professional maturity to every interaction inside and outside the school. Responsibilities:\n• Run the assigned operational function on a daily basis.\n• Maintain accurate records and produce reports for management.\n• Coordinate with teachers, parents, and vendors on approvals.\n• Support audits, inspections, and statutory compliance.\n• Identify process gaps and propose workable improvements. Requirements:\n• Graduate degree with prior administrative/operations experience.\n• Strong attention to detail and good follow-through.\n• Comfort with MS Office, Google Workspace, and ERP applications.\n• Professional written and spoken English (and Hindi where applicable).\n• A service mindset with parents, students, and faculty. What we offer:\n• Competitive, on-time salary (₹1.9 LPA – ₹2.5 LPA).\n• Defined working hours aligned with the school timetable.\n• Investment in your growth — training, mentorship, peer learning.\n• A respectful work environment focused on outcomes.\n• Access to school resources, libraries, labs, and digital tools. Submit your application on this page and PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya, Ottapalam will weigh your candidacy for the opening. Next steps usually include a short demo class and a panel discussion.",
  "aboutTheRole": "Step in as Counsellor to build a school culture where students actually know how — and where — to ask for help.",
  "dayToDay": [
    "Coordinate referrals to external mental-health professionals.",
    "Run parent workshops on adolescent wellbeing and digital safety.",
    "Coach teachers on classroom wellbeing strategies.",
    "Support transition years (admissions, board years, transitions out).",
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      "heading": "What you'll handle as a Admissions Counsellor",
      "body": "Provide confidential 1:1 sessions, lead life-skills and SEL classes, and support staff with classroom-wellbeing strategies."
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    {
      "id": "board-context",
      "heading": "Working in a CBSE school",
      "body": "This school follows the **CBSE** framework, so expect continuous and comprehensive assessment, NEP-aligned competency questions, and a strong emphasis on subject enrichment activities."
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    {
      "q": "What qualifications are required for a Admissions Counsellor?",
      "a": "Most Admissions Counsellor 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."
    },
    {
      "q": "What is the average Admissions Counsellor salary in Palakkad?",
      "a": "Refer to the on-page \"Salary snapshot\" for the current market band. Broadly, Admissions Counsellor pay in Palakkad varies with years of experience (each 3-year block adds roughly 15-25%), board (IB > CBSE > state), and school size — the linked full pay report breaks these out further."
    },
    {
      "q": "How long does it take to hear back after applying?",
      "a": "Schools usually shortlist within a week or two. Set up a job alert for similar roles so you don't miss the next match if this one doesn't move forward."
    },
    {
      "q": "Do staff get fee concession for their children?",
      "a": "Most reputable schools have a staff-child fee concession policy. Eligibility, percentage and number of children covered vary — ask HR for the written policy."
    },
    {
      "q": "What arrangements are there for women teachers' commute and safety?",
      "a": "Staff transport with defined pickup points, a women-first evening drop policy, CCTV coverage in corridors and staff areas, and an active Internal Complaints Committee are the norm at most established Indian schools. Ask HR for the specific route serving your locality."
    },
    {
      "q": "Is there a probation period?",
      "a": "Most schools run a 3–6 month probation with the same salary as confirmation. Confirmation is typically subject to satisfactory performance reviews and document verification."
    },
    {
      "q": "What is the leave policy?",
      "a": "Teaching staff typically get all school holidays plus 8–15 casual/sick leaves per academic year. Long vacations (summer, winter, Diwali, Holi breaks) follow the published school calendar."
    },
    {
      "q": "Is English fluency required?",
      "a": "Yes — instruction is in English at most CBSE schools. Comfortable English communication for classroom delivery and parent meetings is expected."
    },
    {
      "q": "How big are the classes?",
      "a": "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."
    },
    {
      "q": "Are meals provided at school?",
      "a": "Most schools offer a subsidised staff canteen or a daily mid-morning snack and lunch. Boarding schools typically include all meals for residential staff."
    }
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