Student Counsellor — Vidya Pratishthan’s Dr. Cyrus Poonawalla School Vacancy at Vidya Pratishthan’s Dr. Cyrus Poonawalla School, Pune
Vidya Pratishthan’s Dr. Cyrus Poonawalla SchoolKey facts
- Role
- Student Counsellor — Vidya Pratishthan’s Dr. Cyrus Poonawalla School
- School
- Vidya Pratishthan’s Dr. Cyrus Poonawalla School
- City
- Pune
- State
- Maharashtra
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹4.3L – ₹6.7L per year
- Experience
- 3–6 years
- Posted
- 12 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
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Job description
Overview
Now hiring: Student Counsellor — Vidya Pratishthan’s Dr. Cyrus Poonawalla School — Vidya Pratishthan’s Dr. Cyrus Poonawalla School, Pune, Maharashtra. Shortlisting begins immediately and interviews are being scheduled on a rolling basis. Curriculum: CBSE. The school has been running for 10+ years. Hit Apply to share your CV with the school. Strong applicants are typically contacted within a week.
Vidya Pratishthan’s Dr. Cyrus Poonawalla School, a CBSE school in Pune, 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
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What you'll handle as a Student Counsellor — Vidya Pratishthan’s Dr. Cyrus Poonawalla School
Deliver wellbeing programmes, manage referrals, support transitions (admission/board years) and run age-appropriate workshops.
Working in a CBSE school
This school follows the CBSE framework, so expect continuous and comprehensive assessment, NEP-aligned competency questions, and a strong emphasis on subject enrichment activities.
Working conditions
Day-school setup: regular school hours, scheduled events and standard term breaks.
About teaching in Pune
Pune has a healthy mix of CBSE, ICSE and IB schools, with strong demand around the academic-year onboarding cycle.
Common questions about this role
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.
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.
Is accommodation provided?
Accommodation is not standard for day-school roles — confirm details with the Principal's office during the interview.
What's the interview process like for this teaching role?
Typical schools run a screening call → a demo class (15–30 minutes for the relevant grade) → a panel interview with the Principal/HOD. Some boards also ask for a written response or a sample lesson plan.
How much experience do I need for this Student Counsellor — Vidya Pratishthan’s Dr. Cyrus Poonawalla School 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 Vidya Pratishthan’s Dr. Cyrus Poonawalla School
Vidya Pratishthan’s Dr. Cyrus Poonawalla School is a day school affiliated to CBSE, established in 2016, located in Pune, Maharashtra.
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