Part-Time Educational Assistant- Library

Peak School is seeking a part-time Educational Assistant to support our school library. Educational Assistants at Peak School play a crucial role in helping students access a balanced curriculum and work cohesively with teachers support staff and students.

In this specialised library role the Educational Assistant will manage daily library operations maintain digital and physical resource systems and actively engage with students to foster a love of reading and independent learning.

Key Responsibilities

• Process catalogue and manage new resources.

• Maintain the library management system (Oliver) including keeping the homepage up to date manually updating the student/class roll managing staff accounts and preparing library resources.

• Daily reshelving of books maintaining tidiness and repairing resources.

Student Support & Engagement

• Supervise and monitor students to ensure a safe welcoming library environment.

• Conduct duties before school during snack and during lunchtime.

• Train and mentor student librarians.

• Collaboratively plan and execute school-wide literacy events such as Book Week alongside the librarian.

Competencies & Skills

• Ability to build positive respectful relationships with primary-aged students managing behaviour with care and encouragement.

• A team player with excellent communication skills.

• Fluency in written and spoken English is essential.

• A passion for and knowledge of childrens literature suitable for primary school students.

Experience

• Prior experience working in an educational setting school library public library or bookstore. Preferred but not essential.

• Experience with library management software Oliver is desirable.

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

For enquiries please contact Maria Brusuelas @ or Email:

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 ESFs 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 18000 students from 75 different nationalities in ESF kindergartens primary secondary and all-through schools.

About the Team

ESF Peak School opened in 1911 and grew rapidly to serve the needs of the community in the area. We are a 2-form entry school with 360 student places in Year 1 to Year 6. At Peak School our mission is to become effective communicators confident critical thinkers and enthusiastic life-long partnership with our community we strive to have integrity and be socially responsible global citizens. The school prides itself on being a community school that respects and appreciates the contributions of everyone involved.
We offer the IB PYP which is based on an inquiry approach to learning. Our highly committed and skillful staff ensure that children experience the joy of learning through a curriculum that is relevant significant engaging and challenging. At Peak School students are supported and encouraged to enhance their sense of wonder and creativity through exploration and experimentation making mistakes and learning from them along the way. Students at Peak School have a lot of opportunity to exercise leadership skills and participate in a range of arts environmental and sporting activities.
The school is fortunate to be nestled within the lush hills of The Peak where we are surrounded by nature and have easy access to trails. The school also boasts of a large playing field a well-resourced library and a cosy garden. Most of all we are proud of the strong family atmosphere that the Peak School community has fostered for over a hundred years.