Kolkata: Student Counsellor — Purwanchal Vidyamandir Job at Purwanchal Vidyamandir
Purwanchal VidyamandirKey facts
- Role
- Student Counsellor — Purwanchal Vidyamandir
- School
- Purwanchal Vidyamandir
- City
- Kolkata
- State
- West Bengal
- Board
- ICSE
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹4.0L – ₹6.0L per year
- Experience
- 4–7 years
- Posted
- 14 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
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Job description
Overview
Purwanchal Vidyamandir (Kolkata, West Bengal) is inviting applications for a Student Counsellor — Purwanchal Vidyamandir. The school has been running for 28+ years. Curriculum: ICSE. Use the Apply button to register your interest — interviews are usually scheduled within 5–7 days.
Purwanchal Vidyamandir, a ICSE 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: Purwanchal Vidyamandir is a ICSE Day School in Kankurgachi, Kolkata.
What you'll handle as a Student Counsellor — Purwanchal Vidyamandir
Deliver wellbeing programmes, manage referrals, support transitions (admission/board years) and run age-appropriate workshops.
Working in an ICSE school
ICSE/ISC schools prize depth of content, structured English-medium delivery and rigorous internal assessment cycles.
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
How much experience do I need for this Student Counsellor — Purwanchal Vidyamandir role?
Refer to the experience range posted on this page. If you're close to the minimum, apply with a strong demo lesson plan or portfolio — many schools flex by ±1 year for the right candidate.
Is there a probation period?
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.
I'm serving notice — should I still apply?
Yes. Most schools accept candidates with up to 60 days of notice. Mention your last working day clearly in your application so the school can plan the joining accordingly.
How long does it take to hear back after applying?
Response times vary, but shortlisted candidates are typically contacted within a week. You'll get a notification on School Jobs India the moment the school updates your application status.
Is English fluency required?
Yes — instruction is in English at most ICSE/ISC schools. Comfortable English communication for classroom delivery and parent meetings is expected.
About Purwanchal Vidyamandir
Purwanchal Vidyamandir is a day school affiliated to ICSE, established in 1998, located in Kolkata, West Bengal.
Purwanchal Vidyamandir is a ICSE Day School in Kankurgachi, Kolkata.
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