The BSS School is hiring a Student Counsellor — The BSS School in Kolkata
The BSS SchoolKey facts
- Role
- Student Counsellor — The BSS School
- School
- The BSS School
- City
- Kolkata
- State
- West Bengal
- Board
- CISCE
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹3.5L – ₹5.8L per year
- Experience
- 5–10 years
- Posted
- 18 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
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Job description
Overview
The BSS School, a CISCE school in Kolkata, 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: Our school is striving to provide our students with a holistic education, focused on both academic and co-curricular areas to enable our students to maximise their potential. This gives our students a broad range of experiences. As they grow the school provides them with the full opportunity to develop their skills and values that they would need for life. It is important to have a good infrastructure to improve the performance of the students and improving the school’s system. We constantly emphasise on creating a student friendly ambience and activity and value based learning.
Common questions about this role
What qualifications are required for a Student Counsellor — The BSS School?
Most Student Counsellor — The BSS School 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 long does it take to hear back after applying?
Schools usually shortlist within a week or two. Set up a job alert for similar roles so you don't miss the next match if this one doesn't move forward.
Is the salary CTC or in-hand?
Most Indian schools quote annual CTC. In-hand is typically 85–90% of CTC after PF, professional tax and (where applicable) income tax — exact deductions are confirmed at offer stage.
Are detailed lesson plans expected?
Schools generally require lesson plans aligned to the syllabus and pacing calendar. Coordinators review them weekly or fortnightly.
What non-teaching duties are expected?
Common non-teaching duties include exam invigilation, homework correction, parent-teacher meetings, one co-curricular activity, and being a homeroom/tutor-group mentor.
About The BSS School
Our school is striving to provide our students with a holistic education, focused on both academic and co-curricular areas to enable our students to maximise their potential. This gives our students a broad range of experiences. As they grow the school provides them with the full opportunity to develop their skills and values that they would need for life. It is important to have a good infrastructure to improve the performance of the students and improving the school’s system. We constantly emphasise on creating a student friendly ambience and activity and value based learning.
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