Careers

Knewton Global Schools Miri is located on the northern shore of the island of Borneo in the Malaysian state of Sarawak. Our campus is home to both a British International and a National Private School, caring for around 530 students ranging in age from 3 to 17 and hailing from a multitude of nationalities and cultural backgrounds.

We are inviting qualified and experienced Early Childhood Educators to apply for the position of Early Years class teacher. Our school follows the Early Years Foundation Stage framework for early years education for England.

The applicant must possess the following:

• A bachelor’s degree;
• A recognised teaching qualification (e.g. B.Ed., PGCE, BA Early Childhood Education …)
• English proficiency at excellent level;
• Minimum two years’ teaching experience;
• Be a nurturing and inspiring educator that ensures a high-quality learning experience;
• Have the ability to think creatively and innovatively in order to continually improve their classroom practice;
• Be well-versed in using technology to support learning and teaching in the classroom;
• Possess the interpersonal skills necessary to work effectively in teams;
• Have experience with enquiry-based learning and/or thematic cross-curricular learning.
• Be independent, self-motivated, and proactive in enriching the curriculum and developing wider school initiatives;
• Take a full and active role in supporting extracurricular activities and delivering the School’s Guiding statement and development plans.

How to Apply:

Applicants must submit a cover letter and an updated CV to hr.miri@knewton.edu.my by 31 May 2024. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview. The school reserves the right to appoint earlier if an exceptional candidate applies for the post, so early applications are strongly encouraged. Interviews for candidates will be held face to face or via Zoom or Teams.  

Safeguarding

Knewton Global Schools Miri is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate for the post, including reference checks with past employers.

(Please check your Junk Folder for emails and add knewton.edu.my to your safe senders list. We thank all applicants for their expressed interest. However, only applicants short-listed for an interview will be notified.) 

Knewton Global Schools Miri is located in the Malaysian state of Sarawak on the north coast of the island of Borneo. Our campus has both a British International and a National Private School, caring for approximately 530 students aged 3-17 years old from a wide range of nationalities and backgrounds.

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and experienced English teacher to teach English subject throughout the Secondary (Malaysian National Curriculum).  

The successful candidate will:

• Have a recognised teaching qualification related to the subject taught;
• Have extensive experience teaching English in the Secondary levels up to SPM;
• Have significant experience and knowledge of the Malaysian National Curriculum;
• Inspire students and ensure a high-quality learning experience in English;
• Develop, implement and deliver a broad, balanced and differentiated curriculum in English across the Secondary School up to SPM;
• Be independent, self-motivated, and proactive in enriching the curriculum and developing wider school initiatives;
• Assess, record and report on the progress, development and attainment of students to support their learning;
• Keep up to date with developments in teaching practice and methodology and in the relevant curriculum areas; 
• Take a full and active role in supporting extracurricular activities and delivering the School’s Guiding statement and development plans.

How to Apply:

Applicants must submit a cover letter and an updated CV to hr.miri@knewton.edu.my by 17 May 2024. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview. The school reserves the right to appoint earlier if an exceptional candidate applies for the post, so early applications are strongly encouraged. Interviews for candidates will be held face to face or via Zoom or Teams.  

Safeguarding

Knewton Global Schools Miri is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate for the post, including reference checks with past employers.  

(Please check your Junk Folder for emails and add knewton.edu.my to your safe senders list. We thank all applicants for their expressed interest. However, only applicants short-listed for an interview will be notified.) 

Knewton Global Schools Miri is located in the Malaysian state of Sarawak on the north coast of the island of Borneo. Our campus has both a British International and a National Private School, caring for approximately 530 students aged 3-17 years old from a wide range of nationalities and backgrounds.

Our International Secondary School follows the Cambridge IGCSE Curriculum.

The Role:

We are looking for an inspirational, energetic, dynamic and highly motivated International Secondary Science Teacher-Biology to join our dynamic teaching team to provide quality teaching and learning for our students. There will be middle leadership opportunities for suitably qualified candidates.

If you are committed to developing excited, articulate learners, with a deep-rooted desire to help every student reach their potential and are interested in helping shape the future development of an international school we would be delighted to hear from you.

Job Requirements:

• Holds a Bachelor’s Degree.
• A recognised teaching qualification (e.g. B.Ed., PGCE).
• English proficiency at excellent level.
• Minimum two years’ teaching experience in secondary education.
• Experience teaching in the Cambridge Syllabus in international schools preferred.
• Good knowledge of the Cambridge Science Curriculum and experience in delivering practical lessons in labs.
• Ability to communicate with students, colleagues and parents, and to build strong relationships with all members of the school community.
• Ability to work collaboratively.
• A willingness and commitment to contribute fully to the life of the students and school beyond the academic day, including active participation in the academic enrichment and co-curricular programmes.

Application Process:

Applicants must submit a cover letter and an updated CV to hr.miri@knewton.edu.my by 31 May 2024. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview. The school reserves the right to appoint earlier if an exceptional candidate applies for the post, so early applications are strongly encouraged. Interviews for candidates will be held face to face or via Zoom or Teams.

Knewton Global Schools, Miri offers a competitive salary with generous contributions to an Employee Provident Fund, relocation allowance, substantial fee reduction for staff children, medical insurance and flight allowance.

Safeguarding

Knewton Global Schools Miri is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate for the post, including reference checks with past employers and be fully vaccinated.

(Please check your Junk Folder for emails and add knewton.edu.my/miri to your safe senders list. We thank all applicants for their expressed interest. However, only applicants short-listed for an interview will be notified.)

Knewton Global Schools Miri is located in the Malaysian state of Sarawak on the north coast of the island of Borneo. Our campus has both a British International and a National Private School, caring for approximately 530 students aged 3-17 years old from a wide range of nationalities and backgrounds.

We seek to recruit National School Teachers:

1. Swimming Teacher
2. Primary Mathematics Cover Teacher (June-September)

Job Requirements:

• Must possess at least a relevant Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent (a teaching qualification would be an advantage).
• Preferably those who can teach a combination of subjects/levels.
• A minimum of 2 years teaching experience.
• Have excellent subject knowledge of the Malaysian National Curriculum.
• Patient, caring, responsible and passionate about teaching.
• Computer literate with good interpersonal communication skills.
• Fluency in written and spoken Malay and English.
• A team player and flexible to meet the needs of the department.

Application Process:

Applicants must submit a cover letter and an updated CV to hr.miri@knewton.edu.my by 31 May 2024. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview. The school reserves the right to appoint earlier if an exceptional candidate applies for the post, so early applications are strongly encouraged. Interviews for candidates will be held face to face or via Zoom or Teams.

Knewton Global Schools, Miri offers a competitive salary with generous contributions to an Employee Provident Fund, relocation allowance, substantial fee reduction for staff children, medical insurance and flight allowance.

Safeguarding

Knewton Global Schools Miri is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate for the post, including reference checks with past employers and be fully vaccinated.

(Please check your Junk Folder for emails and add knewton.edu.my/miri to your safe senders list. We thank all applicants for their expressed interest. However, only applicants short-listed for an interview will be notified.)

Knewton Global Schools Miri is located in the Malaysian state of Sarawak on the north coast of the island of Borneo. Our campus has both a British International and a National Private School, caring for approximately 530 students aged 3-17 years old from a wide range of nationalities and backgrounds.

Knewton Global Schools Miri is seeking to recruit Personal Learning Assistant who can provide one-to-one support to pupils with additional needs.  These assistants will be responsible for promoting the learning and personal development of the pupil to whom they are assigned, to enable him/her to make best use of the educational opportunities available to them.

Job Description:

• Minimum qualification of SPM with English, Maths and Science (but further qualifications in education or childcare would be desirable).
• Experience in working with children would be advantageous.
• Excellent command of English is essential.

Application Process:

Applicants must submit a cover letter and an updated CV to hr.miri@knewton.edu.my by 31 May 2024. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview. The school reserves the right to appoint earlier if an exceptional candidate applies for the post, so early applications are strongly encouraged. Interviews for candidates will be held face to face or via Zoom or Teams.

Knewton Global Schools, Miri offers a competitive salary with generous contributions to an Employee Provident Fund, relocation allowance, substantial fee reduction for staff children, medical insurance and flight allowance.

Safeguarding

Knewton Global Schools Miri is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate for the post, including reference checks with past employers and be fully vaccinated.

(Please check your Junk Folder for emails and add knewton.edu.my/miri to your safe senders list. We thank all applicants for their expressed interest. However, only applicants short-listed for an interview will be notified.)