Job Description

ESF Explore is looking for enthusiastic, experienced and qualified part-time, hourly classroom assistants to provide support throughout all class activities for the effective delivery of the ESL language programme.

Responsibilities

A classroom assistant is responsible for assisting the class teacher by providing support throughout all class activities, facilitating the learning of students and contributing to the effective delivery of the ESL language programme.

Support for Students:

• Supervise and support pupils ensuring their safety and access to learning;
• Establish good relationships with pupils, acting as a role model and being aware of and responding appropriately to individual needs;
• Promote the inclusion and acceptance of all pupils;
• Encourage pupils to interact with others and engage in activities led by the teacher;
• Encourage pupils to act independently as appropriate;
• Attend to the pupils’ personal needs including social, health, physical, hygiene, first aid and welfare matters.

Support for Teachers:

• Assist in the preparation of the classroom as directed for lessons and clear afterwards;
• Be aware of pupil problems/progress/achievements and report to the teacher as agreed;
• Support the teacher in managing pupil behaviour;
• Be actively involved in all activities (such as singing and circle time).

Site Responsibilities & Classroom Set-Up:

• Be in the playground at least 10 minutes before the start of each lesson to welcome students and parents;
• As required, direct latecomers to classrooms at the start of the lesson and wait with children at the end of class if parents are late to collect;
• Undertake administrative duties including putting up signs, distributing materials etc.;
• Check teachers’ rooms at the end of the day to ensure tidiness (final responsibility for this lies with teachers);
• Any duties, within reason which the Teacher-in-Charge may see fit to assign during the course of the day.

Communication:

• Maintain ongoing communication with Language Teachers and Teacher-in-Charge on any issues of concern that may arise;
• At need, attend staff meetings and training sessions to promote clear communication and cooperative staff ethos;
• Maintain clear and polite communication with parents and communicate any concerns or issues to the appropriate teacher and/or Teacher-in-Charge.

Requirements

• Must have at least one year's experience working with children
• Excellent communication skills in both English and Cantonese
• Applicants should be available on Saturdays.

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

For enquiries, please contact Candy Leung at candy.leung@esf.org.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 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.

www.esfexplore.org.hk