Educational Assistant (Parent funded, full time)

English Schools Foundation; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

ESF Kennedy School in Hong Kong seeks an Educational Assistant (Parent funded, full time) to provide one-to-one support for a student with diverse needs, switching between classroom and individualized settings as required.

The role emphasizes helping the student access learning through a structured plan, routine, and visual schedules, while collaborating with teachers and the inclusion team to build independence.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting learning diversity and students in 1:1 or small-group settings.
• Kind, caring, and collaborative team player with good communication.
• Willingness to adapt between classroom and individualized settings.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small-group support to the student.
• Implement a routines-based guidance plan with visual schedules.
• Support well-being, safety, and positive behaviours in learning environments.
• Collaborate with classroom teacher and inclusion team to adapt activities.

Skills

1:1 support experience

Experience with primary-aged children

Team player

Communication

Job description

Educational Assistant (Parent funded, full time)

Are you passionate about contributing to an environment where students truly Belong, Learn, and Thrive?

Kennedy School is seeking a dedicated Educational Assistant (Parent funded, full time) to provide one-to-one support for a student with diverse needs, adapting between the classroom and individualised settings as required.

We welcome applications from candidates with experience supporting learning diversity and working directly with students to enhance their learning experience. Commencing as soon as possible, this position is expected to run for the full school year, depending on the child's circumstances.

In this role, you will help the student thrive in their classroom environment through individual guidance and small-group support.

Responsibilities

• Support the child’s general well-being, confidence, and physical/emotional safety across all learning environments, including outdoor and playground settings.
• Help the child access learning by implementing a comprehensive support plan with clear routines, visual schedules, and organisational strategies.
• Model and reinforce positive behaviours and self-regulation techniques within the classroom and during transitions.
• Work closely alongside the classroom teacher and inclusion team to adapt learning activities, enabling the child to flourish and build independence.

Requirements

The ideal candidate will:

• Be kind, caring, friendly, and eager to make a positive impact in young people's lives.
• Have proven background working with primary-aged children in 1:1 or small-group settings.
• Be a positive team player, keen to try new learning strategies and technologies.
• Clear and effective in communicating with students, teachers and the wider school staff.

The successful applicant will be offered a temporary contract on a term time basis.

Applicants must be a permanent Hong Kong resident or possess a valid visa to work in Hong Kong.

For enquiries, please contact Joanna Lim @ 25795600 or Email: [e-mail]

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and offers may be extended prior to the job closing date. We strongly recommend early applications as we reserve the right to appoint candidates earlier than the closing date.

By applying for this position, your application may be considered for other opportunities (senior-level roles, head of department, etc.) within ESF.

ESF is an Equal Opportunities Employer

The English Schools Foundation (ESF) is fully committed to providing equal employment opportunities. ESF will not discriminate on the basis of age, race, colour, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, religion, veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, creed, citizenship or any other status protected by local laws or regulations.

Personal data provided by job applicants will be used strictly in accordance with the ESF's Personal Data Policy, a copy of which will be provided upon request.

ESF is dedicated to ensuring the safety and well-being of all students in our care and expects all applicants to uphold this commitment. We adhere to rigorous recruitment practices, with all appointments contingent upon an interview, identity verification, criminal background checks (including ICPC, SCRC, and other international background checks as appropriate), assessment of social media presence, and positive references.

In accordance with the Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) 2025 guidelines, ESF may perform online checks for all shortlisted candidates prior to the interview.

About Us

The English Schools Foundation (ESF) is the largest English-medium international school organisation in Hong Kong. Our 22 schools and comprehensive programme of extra-curricular activities bring out the best in every student through a personalised approach to learning and by inspiring curious minds.

There are over 18,000 students from 75 different nationalities in ESF kindergartens, primary, secondary and all-through schools.

www.esf.edu.hk

About The Team

ESF Kennedy School occupies a pleasant location on the west of Hong Kong Island. It benefits from the use of the swimming and sporting facilities of The University of Hong Kong’s Stanley Ho Sports Centre, which is adjacent to the school. Music, Performing Arts and Physical Education are strengths of the school. A strong interest in environmental and ecological issues is also a theme of the learning.

We offer a high-quality, modern, liberal education based on the IB PYP which is adapted to meet the needs of children living in Asia.

All children receive regular swimming lessons in terms one and three. The school provides daily Mandarin lessons for all students and also offers a very rich and varied extra-curricular programme.

https://kennedy.esf.edu.hk