King George V School is an outstanding and innovative inclusive International Secondary School. The School is based in Ho Man Tin, with approximately 1,800 students, and teaches the MYP, IGCSE and IB curriculum. Inclusion is an important, integrated part of the whole School learning experience.
The school is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic candidates for the role of Educational Assistant (SEN) - Full-time. The successful candidate will work 5 days a week from 8:00am to 3:30pm (may work longer sometimes for collaboration).
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with a highly motivated and professional group of teachers and support staff
- Work collaboratively with teachers in preparing lesson plans, resources and learning strategies
- Accompany students to lessons, differentiating the work to facilitate access to the curriculum; actively contribute to the learning experience in class
- Assist in the educational and social development of the pupils, contributing to Individual Education Programmes and the monitoring of students’ academic and social-emotional progress.
- Assist students to access the curriculum safely.
- Provide support for students inside and outside the classroom, including supporting access to camps, educational visits and whole school activities, to enable inclusion of all students.
- Monitor the students’ responses to learning tasks, providing feedback to teachers.
- To attend training courses as required
- Ensuring correct resources/equipment is prepared and available for all lessons and courses.
- Undertake other duties from time to time as the teachers/managers require.
Requirements
- Fluent in English.
- Working experience with children and ICT skills are essential.
- Sufficient knowledge, expertise and awareness of students' social, emotional and learning needs to work effective with teachers as part of a professional team.
Applicants must be a permanent Hong Kong resident or already possess a valid visa to work in Hong Kong.
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For enquiries, please contact Elsa Wong/ Betty Ko @ 27113029 or Email:
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[email protected]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
At ESF King George V School (KGV), our purpose is based on our belief that every student can ‘be their own remarkable…’ as they achieve, improve and learn. Our vision is to create a ‘school for one’. A place where each and every person engages in remarkable learning to achieve at high levels and be the best they can be.
Our school is also about continual improvement. As an agile school, we collaborate and innovate to make a difference in the communities we serve and lead.
The school is well known for its commitment to developing all aspects of student life and it has a fine tradition in sport, music, drama, dance, community service, charity work and environmental sustainability. Our school has a very strong House system, which is run and inspired by our students and provides a wide range of learning opportunities and activities.
https://kgv.esf.edu.hk
