Educational Assistant, Learning Access - Sha Tin Junior School

At Sha Tin Junior School our vision is to enable all in the learning community to flourish. We are a vibrant and inclusive learning community where effort is valued, learning is engaging and creativity is fostered. We celebrate our cultural diversity, appreciate our place in Hong Kong and believe in the importance of the Chinese language and culture in the holistic education of our students.    The school requires a child-focused Full-time Educational Assistant working in the Learning Access (LA) team.  The successful candidate for this post will be working with young children and ideally will have experience of working in a primary school classroom.  Experience with students with special needs is essential.   Key Responsibilities

• Supervise group activities in class, hall, playground and workshop (art, maths, English, craft, cookery)
• Support student learning 1:1 and small groups
• Assist teachers as required
• Prepare and produce teaching resources and materials as required
• Perform playground duty

Requirements

• To undertake general duties involving the education and welfare of the children, in accordance with the requirements of the school curriculum and the school’s aims
• Where appropriate, records should be kept on individual children (e.g. reading records)
• Educational Assistants are expected to deal with class discipline themselves whenever possible but should discuss difficulties with the class teacher, coordinator who will alert the Principal or Vice Principals if necessary. The responsibility of the Educational Assistant includes the conduct of children in their care around the school
• In the furtherance of their own development, and the effect on the school educational assistants should be prepared to attend in-service training courses and meetings where staffing situations permit

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

For enquiries, please contact Rehana Shanks at +852 2692 2721 or  info@sjs.esf.edu.hk.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and offers may be extended prior to the job 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.

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