Are you passionate about creating an environment where students truly Belong, Learn, and Thrive?
Kennedy School is seeking a dedicated Educational Assistant to inspire and empower our diverse community of learners. The position will commence in August 2026.
The role supports the students and their learning in class, works with children in small groups and assists the teachers with administrative or preparatory tasks.
Responsibilities
- Build strong, trusting relationships with students to create a sense of belonging and a safe space for taking risks in their learning.
- Support students (alongside the classroom teacher) in their learning journey, focusing on both academic growth and emotional resilience.
- Lead small groups of children to help them understand new ideas and stay focused on their tasks.
- Support students with different learning needs by tailoring your approach so they can participate fully alongside their classmates.
- Support the teacher and learners by preparing resources and providing organisational assistance.
- Take a proactive role in supervising students during break times, managing playground dynamics, and ensuring a safe environment outside the classroom by following school routines and procedures.
Requirements
- Good command of written and spoken English.
- Sound behaviour management skills.
- Team player.
- Flexible and uses initiative.
- Previous experience of working with children is an advantage.
- Keen to learn and take on constructive feedback
- The successful applicants will be offered a full-time contract on a term-time basis.
- Applicants must be a permanent Hong Kong resident or possess a valid visa to work in Hong Kong.
- Closing Date: 19 June 2026All applicants must submit their applications online through the ESF website.
- For enquiries, please contact Joanna Lim @ 25795600 or Email: jlim@kennedy.edu.hk
- 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
