Bangalore: Student Counsellor — Sophia High School Job at Sophia High School
Sophia High SchoolKey facts
- Role
- Student Counsellor — Sophia High School
- School
- Sophia High School
- City
- Bangalore
- State
- Karnataka
- Board
- ICSE
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹3.8L – ₹7.0L per year
- Experience
- 2–7 years
- Posted
- 2 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
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Job description
Overview
Sophia High School, a ICSE 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: Impelled by Jesus Christ and his mission and our rich educational heritage, we provided a Catholic-Christian environment of educational excellence for the transformation of individuals and society. We form people who are skilled and committed to journey together in hope as witnesses and catalysts for the responsible care for all of God’s creation and for justice and peace,especially for those on the margins of society,
Common questions about this role
Will I get PF and statutory benefits?
Yes — established schools provide EPF (Provident Fund) and gratuity (after 5 years), and most also provide ESI for staff under the wage threshold. Specifics are spelled out in the offer letter.
What non-teaching duties are expected?
Common non-teaching duties include exam invigilation, homework correction, parent-teacher meetings, one co-curricular activity, and being a homeroom/tutor-group mentor.
Is background verification done before joining?
Yes — most schools run document and reference verification, and many use third-party background checks. Keep your last 2–3 employer references and original certificates ready.
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.
When does the school want the joining date to be?
Joining dates are usually negotiable around the school calendar. Mid-term joining is common for replacement vacancies; new positions often align to April or the start of the next term.
About Sophia High School
Impelled by Jesus Christ and his mission and our rich educational heritage, we provided a Catholic-Christian environment of educational excellence for the transformation of individuals and society. We form people who are skilled and committed to journey together in hope as witnesses and catalysts for the responsible care for all of God’s creation and for justice and peace,especially for those on the margins of society,
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