Quarry Bay School Kindergarten is looking for a temporary Educational Assistant, from October 2026 to June 2027, to join our exceptional team of highly qualified and experienced staff who are both nurturing and passionate about early childhood education.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan and support the teacher in conducting a range of classroom activities
- Guide and lead children in individual and small group activities
- Contribute to maintaining a stimulating and challenging learning environment
- Support the emotional development of children through nurturing and caring for them
- Observe, gather and document information on children’s progress and report them to the teacher
- Organize and prepare resources for planned activities
Requirements
- Be self-motivated
- Have excellent English communication skills
- Have experience working with children young children (between 3 and 5 years old) in an educational environment
- Have experience working with children from diverse cultural backgrounds
- An Early Years/Teaching qualification and Hong Kong Teacher Registration is advantageous.
Applicants must be a permanent Hong Kong resident or possess a valid visa to work in Hong Kong.
For enquiries, please contact Mavis Yuen @ +852 2566 4242 or Email: mavis.yuen@qbsk.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 Quarry Bay School Kindergarten serves approximately 200 children aged 3 to 5. The school follows the IB Primary Years Programme and is located in Quarry Bay, Hong Kong Island.
At QBSK, our goal is to create a community where every child is seen, heard, and inspired to flourish. We hold deep respect for each child as a resilient, competent, and naturally curious learner. Our inquiry-based curriculum encourages children to investigate, explore, and construct their own understanding of the world through child-centred play.
As a fully integrated part of the Quarry Bay School community, we offer a unique bridge between Early Years and Primary education, providing a continuous, joyful learning path.