Korean Job Discussion Forums

[graham_flett77]

Hi all,
Myself and my girlfriend have been offered a teaching job in a new school in Hong Seong. I would therefore appreciate an feedback from anyone that has either worked in Hong Seong or with the company New Britton(think they also known as New Breed)

Thanks for any help

[ttompatz]

[heydelores]

I know absolutely nothing about the school you're considering, but I used to live in a very small town close to Hongseong. Keep in mind that Hongseong is not a big city. The entire county has less than 100,000 people. Hongseong itself has around 40,000, probably less. It's not rural, but it's not a major city either. It has the basics, but you might also find yourself kind of lonely and isolated. I ran into some other waygukin (Canadians, I think) on the train. They were working in Hongseong through EPIK, and I heard about some Australians working in an orphanage in Hongseoung, so I know there are foreigners around, but I never saw any on the dozen or so trips I made there. Here's Hongseong's website:

http://hsportal.hongseong.go.kr/english/index.html

[graham_flett77]

Yes to be honest I have had the same doubts as what has been highlighted and everyone confirming them has made me think hard. It has too many risks and i just dont feel comfortable about it. Have been unable to speak with the director and to be honest- it seemed to easy to get the job if you know what i mean so i sensed almost desperation by the recruitment agency and school to get someone in.

Thanks again

[butlerian]

Hi, I'm working in a public school in Hongseong now - any other foreigners in the town? : )