St. Xavier's High School is hiring a Student Counsellor — St. Xavier's High School in Howrah
St. Xavier's High SchoolKey facts
- Role
- Student Counsellor — St. Xavier's High School
- School
- St. Xavier's High School
- City
- Howrah
- State
- West Bengal
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹4.3L – ₹6.5L per year
- Experience
- 6–10 years
- Posted
- 8 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
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Job description
Overview
St. Xavier's High School, a CBSE school in Howrah, 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: We know that the world in which we are living today is changing so rapidly. It is challenging to work as a guide for the upcoming generation and giving a proper shape to their future. This challenge motivates us as educators to go through a process of continuous change and implementation to ensure that every child will not only love school but truly be prepared to confront life.
As we know “ Education is one thing no one can take away from you.” It helps a person to gather knowledge, learn to take right decisions in life and improve our confidence as well.
At St. Xavier's High School we are a team of dedicated teachers and staff committed towards continuous improvement of curricular and co-curricular skills. The combined effect of these will raise your child with high character, confidence and better personality.
Common questions about this role
When are increments and bonuses given?
Annual increments are usually announced in March/April, alongside the new academic year. Performance-linked bonuses vary by school — some pay a one-month festive bonus, others none.
Is this a contract or permanent role?
This is listed as a full time role. The exact contract term and renewal terms are confirmed at offer stage.
Are meals provided at school?
Most schools offer a subsidised staff canteen or a daily mid-morning snack and lunch. Boarding schools typically include all meals for residential staff.
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.
Is English fluency required?
Yes — instruction is in English at most CBSE schools. Comfortable English communication for classroom delivery and parent meetings is expected.
About St. Xavier's High School
We know that the world in which we are living today is changing so rapidly. It is challenging to work as a guide for the upcoming generation and giving a proper shape to their future. This challenge motivates us as educators to go through a process of continuous change and implementation to ensure that every child will not only love school but truly be prepared to confront life. As we know “ Education is one thing no one can take away from you.” It helps a person to gather knowledge, learn to take right decisions in life and improve our confidence as well. At St. Xavier's High School we are a team of dedicated teachers and staff committed towards continuous improvement of curricular and co-curricular skills. The combined effect of these will raise your child with high character, confidence and better personality.
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