Teach English Abroad
A Short-Term Contract with a Lasting Impact: Teaching in Tropical Brunei
Are you a qualified secondary English teacher looking for something different — without committing to a long-term contract?
Are you on sabbatical and want to do something meaningful with your time?
Are you between contracts and have a window to fill?
Have you always wanted to teach internationally but weren’t ready to commit long-term?
Do you want to reinvigorate your teaching practice in a completely new setting?
If any of these sound familiar, Brunei could be exactly what you’re looking for.
Why Teach English in Brunei?
Often called, “The Abode of Peace”, Brunei offers a rare mix of safety, stability and space to breathe all set in a lush tropical environment.
Our August – December 2026 contract is short-term: just four months, with everything taken care of so you can focus on what you do best. This could be your opportunity to kick-start your international teaching experience.
Real Work-Life Balance
Here in Brunei, teaching means actually teaching.
“Instead of managing behaviour all lesson, I get to teach and it’s improving my practice.” Jill, New Zealand
You can expect students who are engaged and eager to learn, and time to plan and reflect.
A High-Performing Billingual Education System
In 2022, PISA results showed Brunei recorded the largest improvement in reading literacy in the world. Teaching here means being part of a system that is genuinely on the rise – and contributing your experience to that momentum.
CfBT has been working alongside Brunei’s Ministry of Education for 40 years. The relationships run deep, and the culture of respect for teachers extends into every classroom.
A Base for Exploring Southeast Asia
Brunei sits at the heart of Southeast Asia, which means your weekends open up in ways you might not expect.
- Borneo – One of the world’s oldest rainforests, right on your doorstep.
- Kuala Lumpur – only 1.5 hours by air
- Singapore – A perfect long weekend destination
- Bali – Affordable and easily accessible
- Kota Kinabalu – World-class diving and hiking
You're Supported from Day One
We understand that moving abroad to Brunei is a big leap. That’s why teachers are supported from the moment they are hired, from arrival, settling in and beyond.
Flights are covered at the start and end of contract. Airport pickup on arrival.
Temporary accommodation and transport
Clear induction
Help finding housing and getting set up.
Relatively low cost of living. Car fuel prices are as low as £0.31/litre (prices vary depending on fuel type and market conditions).
Tax free salary, up to BND$ 60,000 FTE (pro-rata)
“Everything was made easy for us. I felt welcomed from the start.” — Kyle, Romania
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Could Brunei Be Right for You?
If this has made you pause and consider your future, even just for a moment, it might worth exploring further.
Click the link below to find out more about the package details and start your application.
CfBT Brunei is part of Education Development Trust (edt) — a UK-based education organisation that works with governments, schools and partners across the globe to improve education for all. Working with CfBT isn’t just a line on your CV. It’s evidence that you’ve contributed to an internationally recognised education programme, worked within a high-performing bilingual system, and collaborated as part of a global team delivering real impact.
For teachers looking to build an international career, this kind of experience — with an organisation of EDT’s standing — carries real weight with future employers.