At Jerudong International School (JIS), we are dedicated to providing a nurturing and inclusive environment where every
student can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. Our counselling services play a vital role in supporting the
holistic development of our students.
A school counsellor is a vital part of a school’s support system, focusing on the emotional, academic, and social
well-being of students. They provide guidance on various challenges students may face, such as: Academic support,
Career guidance, Emotional support, Conflict resolution and Special needs support.
Previous overseas experience is not essential. However, the desire to work in a genuinely international community is.
Jerudong International School is committed to equality of opportunity for all staff, and applications from individuals are
encouraged regardless of any of the protected characteristics of the 2010 UK Equality Act.
To apply, please complete the application form via the TES website, where you will also find further details of the post.
You will need a fully complete profile as well as an up-to-date CV loaded to your profile. This must include a recent photo
and the full contact details (including email addresses) of three (3) professional referees, one of whom should be your
current or most recent headteacher. You must also include a covering letter. Please note: incomplete profiles, no
covering letter, or failure to submit your CVs via TES will result in your application being rejected. JIS is committed to
safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this
commitment. References will be required prior to any final interviews. All post holders are subject to appropriate
vetting procedures and satisfactory Criminal Background Checks or equivalent covering the previous 10 years’
employment history.
The closing date for applications is Monday, 9th March 2026; however, early applications are encouraged. Initial and final
interviews will be conducted via Google Meet.
Applicants who have not been contacted by Thursday, 19th March 2026, should assume that they have not been
shortlisted. The School sincerely thanks them for their interest.
The successful applicant must be available to commence employment in August 2026.
Jerudong International School (Brunei)
● One of the leading International Schools in Asia; situated in Brunei, on the tropical island of Borneo.
● Independent Boarding/Day School, with over 1600 students on roll, aged 2-18 (6th Form of c350).
● Exceptional facilities and resources, with a beautiful 120-acre campus.
● Member of HMC, BSA, FOBISIA and COBIS.
● British Curriculum, leading to (I)GCSEs, A-Levels and IB Diploma.
● Highly competitive tax-free Salary (+ package including Gratuity, Accommodation, Relocation Allowance, Medical
Insurance, Annual Flight home, and discounted school fees for children).
● c175 Expatriate teachers, mainly from the UK, Australia and New Zealand. Initial two year contracts, but the vast
majority stay much longer than that. Currently, over 100 staff children attend JIS.
Safer Recruitment
The safe recruitment of all colleagues (including consultants/ contractors/ supply teachers, activity providers and
volunteers) in schools is the first step to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children in education.
At Jerudong International School, we ensure the practice of safe recruitment in checking and recording the suitability of
staff and volunteers to work with children.
As part of the safe recruitment procedure, we will require the following information prior to starting work at JIS:
● Up-to-date police records from a teacher’s country of origin and previous country of employment.
● Three references, one of which must be from the current employer. If a teacher has worked in two or more schools,
within 5 years, telephone contact will be made with those schools to ask why the teacher is leaving and if there were
any concerns of a safety nature with children.
● Please be aware that applicants may be subject to a social media and online search.
