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. About 70% of our students have parents who are permanent residents of Hong Kong.

ESF is proud of the high academic and wider achievements of our students. In 2020, 22 ESF students achieved the perfect score of 45 points in the IB Diploma examinations; more than 95% go on to leading universities worldwide.

www.esf.edu.hk

ABOUT THE TEAM

Grow. Discover. Dream. This vision statement, created by the College community when the school was founded in 2007, recognizes Discovery College’s belief that students should be independent, critical and creative thinkers equipped with the skills, attitudes and values to contribute positively in this complex world in which we live.

The College strongly supports all subject areas with a robust academic curriculum, including the performing and creative arts, design and ICT. Technology is embedded across the curriculum, supported by a number of digital literacy staff and a 1:1 laptop programme from Year 6 onwards.

The College’s facilities are second to none, with an award-winning design that incorporates an exceptional performing arts centre, gymnasium spaces, 25m rooftop heated swimming pool, library, science labs and design technology rooms.

www.discovery.edu.hk

JOB DESCRIPTION

Discovery College is searching for an Educational Assistant for the Learning Diversity Team in Primary. The main role of the Educational Assistant (EA) is to support teachers in the delivery of the curriculum. They work with students and collaborate with colleagues to meet students’ individual learning needs and achieve specific student outcomes.

Responsibilities

Use own professional role to ensure that the College is able to deliver on the 5 DC Outcomes for every student·

Assist in the educational and social development of students

Assist in the implementation and planning of Individual Education Programmes for students and the monitoring of students’ academic progress

Support students in class settings including all academic subjects and all aspects of PE including swimming and field sports

Assist students to access the curriculum safely, under the guidance of teaching staff

Assist teaching staff in preparing teaching resources

Assist in the maintaining of student records

Support students with emotional/behavioural problems and help develop their social skills/behaviours, including the implementation of behaviour modification programmes when required

Provide support for individual students inside and outside the classroom, including supporting access to camps, educational visits and whole College activities, to enable students to participate fully

Assist students with personal care needs e.g. toileting, changing clothes, as appropriate

Monitor students’ responses to learning tasks through a range of assessment activities, providing feedback to teachers

Liaise with parents, under the guidance of teaching staff

Minimum typical education

A least 2 years GCSE (pass A-C) or equivalent in Maths and English

At least Level 2 of the English national qualifications framework

Minimum typical experience

Relevant experiences in schools is preferred but not essential

Requirements

Core Professional / Technical Competencies required

Abilities

Build and maintain successful relationship with students, treat them consistently, with respect and consideration, and are concerned for their development as learners.

Fluent in English

Ability to work effectively with individual students, small group and whole classes under the direction and supervision of a qualified teacher.

Contribute to a range of teaching and learning activities.

Knowledge

Sufficient knowledge, expertise and awareness of students’ social, emotional and learning needs to work effective with teachers as part of a professional team

Core Soft / Transferable Competencies required

Collaborative / team player

Communication

Use of initiative

Customer service

Keeping commitments

Work standards

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

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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 opportunity. 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.

Aligned with the recommendations of the International Task Force on Child Protection, we hold ourselves to a high standard of effective recruiting practices with specific attention to child protection. of the International Task Force on Child Protection, we hold ourselves to a high standard of effective recruiting practices with specific attention to child protection.

Full-time