Student Counsellor — Rajpur Podmamani Girls' High School Opening — Rajpur Podmamani Girls' High School, Kolkata
Rajpur Podmamani Girls' High SchoolKey facts
- Role
- Student Counsellor — Rajpur Podmamani Girls' High School
- School
- Rajpur Podmamani Girls' High School
- City
- Kolkata
- State
- West Bengal
- Board
- State Board
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹2.6L – ₹3.9L per year
- Experience
- 2–4 years
- Posted
- 7 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
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Job description
Overview
Rajpur Podmamani Girls' High School, 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: Rajpur Padmamani Girls' High School, established in 1918, is a distinguished educational institution dedicated to empowering young women through quality education. Located in Rajpur Sonarpur, West Bengal, the school has been a cornerstone in promoting women's education for over a century. As a state board-affiliated institution, it offers comprehensive academic programs tailored to foster intellectual and personal growth among its students. The school's commitment to holistic development is evident through its participation in initiatives like the "Save The Planet" partnership, organized by the Kodalia Netaji Scouts and Guides Group, emphasizing environmental awareness and community engagement.
Common questions about this role
Are detailed lesson plans expected?
Most schools expect weekly lesson plans submitted to the coordinator/HOD, plus unit plans at the start of each term. Templates are usually provided.
How much experience do I need for this Student Counsellor — Rajpur Podmamani Girls' High School role?
The required experience is shown in the "Key facts" panel above. Schools also consider relevant internships, board-prep training and student-teaching when evaluating early-career candidates.
What is the salary for this Student Counsellor — Rajpur Podmamani Girls' High School role?
The salary band is shown in the "Key facts" panel above. Final offers depend on your years of experience, qualifications and the interview outcome.
What kind of professional development is offered?
Most schools run weekly/monthly in-house PD sessions on pedagogy and assessment. Funded external workshops (board-specific or subject-specific) are offered to teachers in good standing.
Is B.Ed mandatory for this role?
For most K-12 teaching positions in India a B.Ed (or NIOS D.El.Ed for primary) is preferred and often required by board affiliations. Some pre-primary and special-skill roles accept relevant certification in lieu.
About Rajpur Podmamani Girls' High School
Rajpur Padmamani Girls' High School, established in 1918, is a distinguished educational institution dedicated to empowering young women through quality education. Located in Rajpur Sonarpur, West Bengal, the school has been a cornerstone in promoting women's education for over a century. As a state board-affiliated institution, it offers comprehensive academic programs tailored to foster intellectual and personal growth among its students. The school's commitment to holistic development is evident through its participation in initiatives like the "Save The Planet" partnership, organized by the Kodalia Netaji Scouts and Guides Group, emphasizing environmental awareness and community engagement.
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