Student Counsellor — St Joseph’s Indian Primary School Vacancy at St Joseph’s Indian Primary School, Bangalore
St Joseph’s Indian Primary SchoolKey facts
- Role
- Student Counsellor — St Joseph’s Indian Primary School
- School
- St Joseph’s Indian Primary School
- City
- Bangalore
- State
- Karnataka
- Board
- State Board
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹4.3L – ₹5.8L per year
- Experience
- 5–7 years
- Posted
- 7 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Compare against the market: School Counsellor salary in Bangalore
Job description
Overview
St Joseph’s Indian Primary School, a State Board 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: St. Joseph's Indian Primary School, opened in 1904 is conducted by the Fathers of the Society of Jesus (Jesuits), a religious order of the Catholic Church, founded by St. Ignatius of Loyola in 1540. The Jesuits are active in the field of education throughout the world.
Common questions about this role
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.
What is the salary for this Student Counsellor — St Joseph’s Indian Primary 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.
How big are the classes?
Class sizes in Indian K-12 schools usually fall in the 25–40 student range. Premium IB/IGCSE schools often cap sections at 22–25.
Is accommodation provided?
Accommodation is not standard for day-school roles — confirm details with the Principal's office during the interview.
I'm serving notice — should I still apply?
Absolutely — schools regularly hire candidates on notice. Be upfront about your release date so interview scheduling and the offer timeline can be aligned.
About St Joseph’s Indian Primary School
St. Joseph's Indian Primary School, opened in 1904 is conducted by the Fathers of the Society of Jesus (Jesuits), a religious order of the Catholic Church, founded by St. Ignatius of Loyola in 1540. The Jesuits are active in the field of education throughout the world.
View school profile →Working at St Joseph’s Indian Primary School
Perks
Campus gallery
