Career Counsellor — Swami Pranabananda Vidyapith Opening — Swami Pranabananda Vidyapith, Kolkata
Swami Pranabananda VidyapithKey facts
- Role
- Career Counsellor — Swami Pranabananda Vidyapith
- School
- Swami Pranabananda Vidyapith
- City
- Kolkata
- State
- West Bengal
- Board
- State Board
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹3.4L – ₹5.0L per year
- Experience
- 4–7 years
- Posted
- 14 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
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Job description
Overview
Swami Pranabananda Vidyapith, 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: Nestled in the serene area of Tollygunge, Kolkata, Swami Pranabananda Vidyapith is a renowned English medium school. Catering to students from pre-nursery to class 12, it follows the State Board curriculum, offering a comprehensive and holistic learning experience that nurtures academic excellence and personal growth.
Common questions about this role
Is the salary CTC or in-hand?
Schools quote CTC by default. In-hand depends on PF (12% employee share), professional tax, and your tax slab — ask HR for a sample salary structure before accepting.
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.
Will I get PF and statutory benefits?
Most registered schools enrol staff in EPF from day one and pay statutory gratuity. ESI cover applies if your gross is within the eligibility limit at joining.
What qualifications are required for a Career Counsellor — Swami Pranabananda Vidyapith?
Most Career Counsellor — Swami Pranabananda Vidyapith roles require a relevant Bachelor's/Master's in the subject plus a B.Ed (or equivalent teacher-training qualification). Specific board requirements (CTET, IB workshops, IGCSE training) may also apply.
How much experience do I need for this Career Counsellor — Swami Pranabananda Vidyapith 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 Swami Pranabananda Vidyapith
Nestled in the serene area of Tollygunge, Kolkata, Swami Pranabananda Vidyapith is a renowned English medium school. Catering to students from pre-nursery to class 12, it follows the State Board curriculum, offering a comprehensive and holistic learning experience that nurtures academic excellence and personal growth.
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