School Nurse — St. John's Diocesan Girls Higher Secondary School Opening — St. John's Diocesan Girls Higher Secondary School, Kolkata
St. John's Diocesan Girls Higher Secondary SchoolKey facts
- Role
- School Nurse — St. John's Diocesan Girls Higher Secondary School
- School
- St. John's Diocesan Girls Higher Secondary School
- City
- Kolkata
- State
- West Bengal
- Board
- State Board
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹3.0L – ₹3.9L per year
- Experience
- 4–6 years
- Posted
- 6 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Job description
Overview
Now hiring: School Nurse — St. John's Diocesan Girls Higher Secondary School — St. John's Diocesan Girls Higher Secondary School, Kolkata, West Bengal. Shortlisting begins immediately and interviews are being scheduled on a rolling basis. Curriculum: STATE BOARD. Hit Apply to share your CV with the school. Strong applicants are typically contacted within a week.
St. John's Diocesan Girls Higher Secondary School, a State Board school in Kolkata, is hiring a School Nurse.
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: St. John's Diocesan Girls Higher Secondary School is a State Board Day School in Bhowanipore, Kolkata.
What you'll handle as a School Nurse — St. John's Diocesan Girls Higher Secondary School
Run the school infirmary, deliver first aid, manage medication logs, conduct health screenings and liaise with parents on health incidents.
Working in a STATE BOARD school
State-board schools value teachers who can translate concepts in the regional language and align to the state textbook.
Working conditions
Day-school setup: regular school hours, scheduled events and standard term breaks.
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
Where exactly is St. John's Diocesan Girls Higher Secondary School located?
The school is in Kolkata, West Bengal. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.
Do staff get fee concession for their children?
Many established schools offer 50–100% tuition concession for the children of full-time staff, subject to admission criteria. Confirm specifics in the offer letter.
Is there a probation period?
Yes — a 3 to 6 month probation is standard in K-12 schools across India. Benefits like PF and gratuity continue to accrue from day one regardless.
Do I have to work weekends?
Most day schools follow a 6-day or 5.5-day week with Sundays off. Occasional Saturdays may go to events, parent meetings, or PD sessions.
How much experience do I need for this School Nurse — St. John's Diocesan Girls Higher Secondary 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.
About St. John's Diocesan Girls Higher Secondary School
St. John's Diocesan Girls Higher Secondary School is a day school affiliated to State Board, established in 1876, located in Kolkata, West Bengal.
St. John's Diocesan Girls Higher Secondary School is a State Board Day School in Bhowanipore, Kolkata.
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