Kolkata: Career Counsellor — St. Francis Elite School Job at St. Francis Elite School
St. Francis Elite SchoolKey facts
- Role
- Career Counsellor — St. Francis Elite School
- School
- St. Francis Elite School
- City
- Kolkata
- State
- West Bengal
- Board
- State Board
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹2.9L – ₹5.2L per year
- Experience
- 3–8 years
- Posted
- 12 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
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Job description
Overview
St. Francis Elite School, a State Board school in Kolkata, is hiring a Career 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: Saint Francis Xavier was born on 7th April, 1506 in the Spanish Basque country. He dedicated himself to the service of God. He met a fellow student Ignatius Loyolla who influenced and inspired him profoundly during their studies at the University of Paris. Franacis a Spanish Jesuit Missionary devoted himself to the noble task of kindling the light of knowledge wherever he went specially in India and Japan. He died on 3rd December, 1552. With his blessings we wished to spared his mission even into the interior villages, towns and cities bearing the torch of knowledge to all, big or small.
Common questions about this role
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.
What is the leave policy?
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.
What is the salary for this Career Counsellor — St. Francis Elite School role?
Refer to the salary range posted on this page. Most schools negotiate within this band based on your last drawn CTC and relevant experience.
Is this a remote / work-from-home opportunity?
School roles are on-site by default — classroom teaching and student supervision require physical presence. Online tutoring openings are tagged separately on School Jobs India.
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.
About St. Francis Elite School
Saint Francis Xavier was born on 7th April, 1506 in the Spanish Basque country. He dedicated himself to the service of God. He met a fellow student Ignatius Loyolla who influenced and inspired him profoundly during their studies at the University of Paris. Franacis a Spanish Jesuit Missionary devoted himself to the noble task of kindling the light of knowledge wherever he went specially in India and Japan. He died on 3rd December, 1552. With his blessings we wished to spared his mission even into the interior villages, towns and cities bearing the torch of knowledge to all, big or small.
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