Full-Time Educational Assistant (Visual Arts Focus)

The English Schools Foundation (ESF); Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 201,000 - 268,000; Full time

Job summary

ESF Peak School in Hong Kong seeks a dedicated Full-Time Educational Assistant specialising in Visual Arts to support primary students’ learning, teaching and development. You will integrate creative experiences into daily activities and assist with classroom art lessons, projects and exhibitions.

The role requires strong English communication, IT familiarity with digital learning platforms, and eligibility to work in Hong Kong.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to engage and guide primary school students in artistic activities.
• Competence in assisting teachers during Visual Arts lessons, including basic techniques such as painting and sketching.
• Ability to maintain a clean, organized, and safe visual arts workshop environment.

Responsibilities

• Support Visual Arts lessons across primary year groups under teaching staff guidance.
• Assist students to access the curriculum through tailored Visual Arts activities.
• Help students develop positive behaviors and collaborative skills through group art projects.
• Accompany and assist students during school events and camps.
• Maintain and organize Visual Arts resources and equipment safely.

Skills

Art education support

Visual arts instruction

Classroom assistance

Tools

Digital learning platforms

Job description

Full-Time Educational Assistant (Visual Arts Focus)

Peak School is seeking to appoint a dedicated and enthusiastic Full-Time Educational Assistant with a specialist focus on Visual Arts. The successful candidate will support primary students' learning, teaching, and holistic development by integrating creative and artistic experiences into daily educational and social growth.

Key Responsibilities

Learning and Teaching Support

Support the delivery of Visual Arts lessons across primary year groups under the direction of the teaching staff.

Support students to access the curriculum through tailored visual arts activities.

Social & Emotional Development

Guide students with emotional or behavioral challenges using positive reinforcement and established behavior modification programs.

Help students develop positive behaviors, collaborative skills, and communication through group visual arts projects and peer interactions.

Accompany and assist students during out-of-classroom activities, including school camps, educational excursions, and whole-school events.

Maintain, organize, and manage Visual Arts resources, equipment, tools, and consumable materials safely.

Assist in displaying student artwork around the school to celebrate student achievements and foster an inspiring learning environment.

Skills and Abilities

Proven ability to engage, inspire, and guide primary school-aged children in artistic practices.

Competence in assisting teachers during visual arts lessons, including demonstrating basic techniques (e.g., painting, sculpting, sketching).

Strong capability to maintain a clean, organized, and safe visual arts workshop environment

Knowledge

Familiarity in developmental stages in children's art and age-appropriate creative techniques.

Knowledge in student safety protocols and positive behavior strategies.

Requirements

A strong command of both written and spoken English is mandatory.

Competence in general IT systems and familiarity with digital learning platforms used in primary education.

Applicants must be permanent residents of Hong Kong or hold a valid visa permitting full-time employment in Hong Kong.

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 Peak School opened in 1911 and grew rapidly to serve the needs of the community in the area. We are a 2-form entry school with 360 student places in Year 1 to Year 6. At Peak School, our mission is to become effective communicators, confident critical thinkers and enthusiastic life-long learners. In partnership with our community, we strive to have integrity and be socially responsible global citizens. The school prides itself on being a community school that respects and appreciates the contributions of everyone involved.

We offer the IB PYP, which is based on an inquiry approach to learning. Our highly committed and skillful staff ensure that children experience the joy of learning through a curriculum that is relevant, significant, engaging and challenging. At Peak School, students are supported and encouraged to enhance their sense of wonder and creativity through exploration and experimentation, making mistakes and learning from them along the way. Students at Peak School have a lot of opportunity to exercise leadership skills and participate in a range of arts, environmental, and sporting activities.

The school is fortunate to be nestled within the lush hills of The Peak, where we are surrounded by nature and have easy access to trails. The school also boasts of a large playing field, a well-resourced library, and a cosy garden. Most of all, we are proud of the strong family atmosphere that the Peak School community has fostered for over a hundred years. https://ps.esf.edu.hk

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