Educational Assistant, Mandarin (Starting Aug 2026) - ESF Language & Learning Centre (Wan Chai)

ESF Language & Learning Centre (Wan Chai) is looking for an Educational Assistant (Mandarin) who is passionate about working with our youngest learners (2-3 years old), who thrive in a highly creative, playful and collaborative environment and who can make a positive contribution to our creative and dynamic community. The position will be a full-time contract from August 2026 onwards.
 

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with a highly motivated and professional group of teachers and support staff
• Work collaboratively with other members of the team and the class teacher in preparing lesson plans and resources
• Provide support for 2-3 years old students and enrich students' learning experience
• Support the emotional development of children by modelling self-regulating behaviours
• Observe, gather and document information on children’s progress and report them to the teacher

Requirements

• Be self-motivated
• Be proficient in Chinese language (Putonghua)
• Have excellent English communication skills
• Have experience working with children between 2 to 5 years old
• Have experience working with children from diverse cultural backgrounds
• An Early Years/Teaching qualification would be an advantage.
• Applicants must be a permanent Hong Kong resident or possess a valid visa to work in Hong Kong.
• Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and offers may be extended prior to the job closing date.

Average of 39 working hours per week, 15 days of annual leave, medical and dental benefits.

For enquiries, please contact Valerie Lagarde at valerie.lagarde@esf.org.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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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. 
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