Admissions Counsellor
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Key facts
- Role
- Admissions Counsellor
- School
- The Indian Cambridge School
- City
- Dehradun
- State
- Uttarakhand
- Board
- ICSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary
- Employment type
- Contract
- Salary
- ₹2.8L – ₹5.4L per year
- Experience
- 1–3 years
- Posted
- 30 May 2026
- Closing date
- 4 Aug 2026
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Why apply
- Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
- ICSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
- Established school — running for 36+ years.
Job description
Overview
The Indian Cambridge School has opened applications for a Admissions Counsellor in Dehradun, Uttarakhand. The role suits educators who pair classroom rigour with genuine care for student wellbeing. About the institution: The Indian Cambridge School in Dehradun, Uttarakhand — a senior secondary setup, established 1990, — a ICSE / CISCE-affiliated school. The school invests consistently in academic resources, classroom technology, and a culture of professional respect. Context: the Admissions Counsellor reports into the Administrator/Operations Head and works with other functional leads. Critical to keeping academic delivery free from operational friction. Day to day, you will:
- Process the assigned transactions, approvals, and documentation on time.
- Maintain digital and physical records per school policy.
- Respond to internal and external queries clearly and professionally.
- Coordinate with other departments to keep the operational rhythm intact.
- Escalate exceptions to the right authority early. Candidate requirements:
- Graduate with 1–5 years in administration or operations.
- Organised, methodical, and dependable day to day.
- Comfortable handling documentation, reports, and structured workflows.
- Good at coordinating across teams without losing details.
- Calm under pressure during admissions, exams, and major events. Compensation and environment:
- Salary structured fairly across roles (₹2.8 LPA – ₹5.4 LPA).
- A calendar that respects academic delivery and personal time.
- Internal training, peer observation, and external workshops.
- A calm, professional, student-centred campus culture.
- Real backing from the leadership team when it matters. Submit your application online from this page to be considered by The Indian Cambridge School. Interview slots are scheduled after profile review, typically inside five to seven working days.
Common questions about this role
What arrangements are there for women teachers' commute and safety?
Most reputable schools in Dehradun run staff transport (bus or shared cab) covering the main residential clusters, with women-first drop after evening duties. On-campus, ICC (Internal Complaints Committee) compliance is standard. Confirm the route map and the last drop time during the interview.
When are increments and bonuses given?
Most schools run yearly increments tied to the academic calendar (April cycle). Bonus structure depends on the school — confirm in writing before accepting the offer.
What questions are asked in a Admissions Counsellor interview?
Typical rounds cover self-introduction, why teaching, classroom-management scenarios, subject/syllabus knowledge, and one differentiation scenario. Scroll to "Interview questions & answers" below for six sample questions with model answers tuned for Admissions Counsellor roles in Dehradun.
How do I make a resume for a ICSE Admissions Counsellor job?
Lead with a two-line headline (role + years of experience), then Education, Certifications (B.Ed, CTET, board-specific PD), Experience with 3-4 bullet outcomes per school (results, class sizes, projects), and one line each for co-curricular, tech tools and languages. Keep to one page and use the free School Jobs India resume builder for a school-style layout.
How long after the interview until I get an offer letter?
Most schools issue a written offer within 3–7 working days of the final round. If you don't hear back in 10 days, a quick polite follow-up via the "Message employer" button on this Admissions Counsellor listing is usually welcome.
What is the salary for this Admissions Counsellor 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 much experience do I need for this Admissions Counsellor 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.
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.
Is this a contract or permanent role?
This is listed as a contract role. The exact contract term and renewal terms are confirmed at offer stage.
Is this a fixed-term or open-ended contract?
This is a contract engagement — the offer letter will state the duration and renewal terms. Most school contracts run one academic year and are renewable subject to performance.
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Key facts about The Indian Cambridge School
- Founded
- 1990
- Board
- ICSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary
- Student-teacher ratio
- 15:1
The Indian Cambridge School is a senior secondary affiliated to ICSE, established in 1990, located in Dehradun, Uttarakhand. Classes follow a 15:1 student–teacher ratio.
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