Sport Assistant (Part-time Hourly)

ESF Educational Services Limited; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 96,000 - 124,000; Part time

Job summary

ESF Explore seeks enthusiastic Sports Assistants to join its various sports programmes on a part-time, hourly basis. A Sports Assistant (SA) helps Lead Coaches during sessions, ensures high health and safety standards, and fosters a positive, inclusive learning environment.

Roles span Basketball, Football, Multi‑Sports and Swimming, with opportunities for professional development. Candidates should be available after-school, weekends and during school holidays, and must be at least 16.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years old.
• Genuine interest in sports, physical education, coaching and working with young children.
• Patient, energetic, approachable and eager to learn from senior coaching teams.
• Reliable, punctual and committed to all schedules.
• Strong English communication skills; Cantonese/Mandarin valued but not essential.
• Availability after-school, weekends and during school holidays.
• Programme development opportunities and voluntary onboarding to build coaching confidence.
• IB CAS alignment: supports Activity and Service requirements.

Responsibilities

• Coaching Support: assist with session delivery, demonstrate drills, supervise activities and reinforce rules.
• Student Engagement: act as a positive role model, provide guidance and encouragement to keep sessions safe and engaging for young learners.
• Operations & Administration: help with equipment setup/pack-away, student registration, attendance tracking and distribution of session materials.
• Safety & Supervision: identify hazards, report incidents and assist with safe student pick‑up and dismissal.

Skills

Coaching

English communication

Reliability

Punctuality

Job description

ESF Explore seeks enthusiastic Sports Assistants to join our various sports programmes on a part-time, hourly basis. A Sports Assistant (SA) plays a crucial role in supporting Lead Coaches during sessions, ensuring high health and safety standards, and fostering a positive, inclusive learning environment. We offer programmes across several sports, including Basketball, Football, Multi‑Sports, and Swimming.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coaching Support: Follow directions from Lead Coaches to assist with session delivery, demonstrate drills, supervise activities, and reinforce programme rules.
• Student Engagement: Act as a positive role model, offering continuous guidance, support, and encouragement to keep sessions safe and engaging for young learners.
• Operations & Administration: Assist with timely equipment setup and pack‑away, student registration, attendance tracking, and the distribution of session materials.
• Safety & Supervision: Help identify potential hazards on‑site, report any incidents promptly, and assist with safe student pick‑up and dismissal.

Requirements & Personal Attributes:

• Age Requirement: Must be at least 16 years old.
• Passion for Sports: Genuinely interested in sports, physical education, coaching, and working with young children.
• Core Traits: Patient, energetic, highly approachable, and eager to learn from our senior coaching teams.
• Reliability: Responsible, punctual, and fully committed to all assigned schedules.
• Communication Skills: Strong English communication skills (Cantonese and Mandarin are highly valued but not essential).
• Availability: After‑school hours, weekends, and seasonal school holidays are highly preferred.
• Development & CAS Opportunities: Professional Development: The Programme Manager may suggest a voluntary, unpaid onboarding period to introduce the foundations of sports coaching, familiarise candidates with ESF Explore, and build coaching confidence.
• IB Students (CAS): This role is excellently structured to help International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma students seamlessly fulfil both the Activity and Service requirements of their CAS programme.

Important Notes:

• Eligibility: Applicants must be permanent residents of Hong Kong or possess a valid visa permitting employment in Hong Kong.
• Child Safeguarding: ESF Explore is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Eligible candidates (aged 18 or above) will be required to undergo a Sexual Conviction Record Check (SCRC) prior to commencement.
• Banking: Successful applicants must possess a Hong Kong bank account in their own name for payroll purposes.

Closing Date: 25 June 2027

For enquiries regarding ESFX Admin positions, please contact Candy Leung at [e-mail]. For enquiries regarding ESFX Language positions, please contact Venus Cheng at [e-mail] (hourly positions), or Dennis Lo at [e-mail] (full‑time positions). For enquiries regarding ESFX Sports positions, please contact: Andrew MacFarlane at [e-mail] (Basketball); Jonathan Tam at [e-mail] (Football); Agatha Chan at [e-mail] (Swimming); Joe Tuohy at [e-mail] (Multi‑Sports).

Equal Opportunities Employer

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. https://www.esf.edu.hk

About the Team

ESF Explore, a subsidiary of the English Schools Foundation, delivers a highly successful programme of After‑School sports coaching as well as English and other language teaching for children across Hong Kong. We offer classes in 22 ESF schools across Hong Kong and in ESF Language & Learning Centre. https://www.esfexplore.org.hk Our vision is for every student to be the best that they can be. Our mission is to inspire creativity and nurture global citizens and leaders of the future. We do this by creating joyful learning environments, led by a community of exceptional teachers who bring out the best in every child through a personalised approach to learning and by inspiring curious minds.

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