Career Counsellor — The New Holy Child School Opening — The New Holy Child School, Kolkata
The New Holy Child SchoolKey facts
- Role
- Career Counsellor — The New Holy Child School
- School
- The New Holy Child School
- City
- Kolkata
- State
- West Bengal
- Board
- ICSE
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹3.2L – ₹6.1L per year
- Experience
- 2–7 years
- Posted
- 15 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
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Job description
Overview
The New Holy Child School, a ICSE 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: Our mission is to motivate the students from all classes, creeds, castes, rich and poor to educate themselves and stand high in the society, and spread knowledge among all.
Common questions about this role
What is the leave policy?
Schools usually offer 10–18 leaves per year on top of public/school holidays. Earned-leave encashment policies vary — check the offer letter.
When does the school want the joining date to be?
Most school roles aim for a joining around the start of the next academic month or term. Once shortlisted, the school will agree a realistic date based on your notice period.
Is school transport available for staff?
Many schools offer staff bus service on their main routes, either free or at a nominal fee. Availability depends on whether your home is near a school route — confirm with HR.
Are meals provided at school?
Subsidised tea/snacks are common; full meals depend on the school. Boarding schools usually provide meals as part of the package for resident staff.
Is B.Ed mandatory for this role?
For most K-12 teaching positions in India a B.Ed (or NIOS D.El.Ed for primary) is preferred and often required by board affiliations. Some pre-primary and special-skill roles accept relevant certification in lieu.
About The New Holy Child School
The New Holy Child School is a day school affiliated to ICSE, established in 2008, located in Kolkata, West Bengal.
Our mission is to motivate the students from all classes, creeds, castes, rich and poor to educate themselves and stand high in the society, and spread knowledge among all.
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