11 School Administrator jobs in Hong Kong

Responsibilities

PA to Divisional Principal

• Manage the Divisional School Principal's calendar and schedules, screening callers and arranging appointments and meetings, as directed
• Provide secretarial support to the Divisional School Principal, including but not limited to managing travel arrangements, filing, documentation, printing of documents, and claims
• Admin support for Teacher's Observation Process and Hiring Process
• Details are to be discussed and refined with the Elementary School Principal

Divisional Administration

• Perform all office administrative support for the Principal and Divisional Leadership Team
• Support the day-to-day operations of the Division with a problem-solving mindset
• Printing of hall passes, signage, posters, and other classroom materials as instructed
• Lead the student registration to any school-sponsored external competitions (e.g., HK Schools Speech and Music Festival membership and application) and support application to other competitions as approved by the relevant Principals or Leads
• Liaise with teachers and parents to resolve attendance concerns
• Provide administrative support to students, including student records, attendance, and disciplinary matters
• Organize, document, and file the Divisional student files and records
• Work closely with the Divisional Principal, School Admin Manager, and the Head of Communications on any ad-hoc tasks requiring support, ensuring timely and accurate completion. This includes adapting to changing priorities and collaborating with team members to meet project goals effectively
• Support other school business needs during school breaks (e.g., Holiday Camps) as assigned by the Head of Communications

Event Coordination and Logistics

• Contribute to the school's event calendar by managing and maintaining the divisional academic events schedule
• Assist the Divisional leaders with the planning and logistics of academic events (e.g., assemblies, field trips, parties, sports days, swimming galas, competitions, productions, showcase, learning journeys, and graduations)

As a member of the School Office Team, the candidate is also expected to support and cover other office administration duties as needed. These include, but are not limited to:

• Support and cover for the Transport Officer (as needed) to coordinate the school transport service, ensuring smooth operation during arrival and dismissal
• Reception and help desk duties at the school reception desk, maintain the visitor log, issue and collect badges
• Provide excellent customer service as expected from a premium international school. Assist all guests, parents, students, and colleagues who approach the school office / reception desk.
• Monitor and manage student attendance and follow up with families when students are absent; including signing in students arriving late, signing students out when departing early, and overseeing students waiting to be picked up after school
• Office admin such as mail and courier arrangements, and managing the lost and found

Position Requirements

• At least 2 years of related working experience
• Good interpersonal and collaboration skills
• Able to work independently with little or no supervision
• Well organized, flexible, and enjoy the administrative challenges of supporting an office of diverse people
• Excellent time management skills and ability to multitask and prioritize work
• Excellent written and verbal English and Chinese, ability to speak Mandarin is a plus

Proficiency in computer skills

Qualifications

• Minimum Bachelor's degree or equivalent is required

Contacts

• Elementary School Principal
• Head of Communications and Community Engagement
• School Admin Manager
• Regular interactions with staff, students, and parents

Working Conditions

• School Environment
• Will be required to work independently and as part of a collaborative team effort
• Working hours 7:00am to 4:30pm (or 7:30am to 4:30pm), Monday to Friday, plus occasional extended working hours to complete some projects and to support school-related events may be required

Terms of Employment

• Referee request: Required
• Background Check: Required

The job holder's responsibility for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young person's for whom s/he is responsible, or with whom s/he comes into contact will be to adhere to and ensure compliance with the relevant Cognita Safeguarding; Child Protection Policy and Procedures at all times. If in the course of carrying out the duties of the role, the job holder identifies any instance that a child is suffering or likely to suffer significant harm either at school or at home, s/he must report any concerns to the School's Designated Safeguarding Lead or to the Head of School or indeed to the Regional CEO or Safeguarding Manager - Asia so that a referral can be made accordingly to the statutory services.

Stamford American School Hong Kong
Stamford American School Hong Kong is a private school that offers a world-class international education with a rigorous standards-based curriculum for children aged 5 to 18. As an accredited school of the Council of International Schools (CIS) and authorized as an IB World School, we instill an enthusiasm for lifelong learning, a sense of global awareness in every student, and the necessary skills to prepare them for the challenges and changes after graduation.

The school now has an exciting opportunity for an experienced
Elementary School Administrator
to join our fantastic team.

About Cognita
At Cognita, we know every student is unique. We nurture their distinct personalities and strengths. We support them academically, socially, and emotionally, wherever they are in the world, wherever they're starting from. And each and every one of our schools is unique too.

We protect what's special about them, while offering them rich knowledge, opportunities, and best practices; and they get to be part of something bigger. We open their classrooms to the collective wisdom of over 100 schools in 16 countries, ensuring every child gets an education that's, quite literally, world class.

It is an individual approach that empowers every school, teacher and student to focus on what they do best; and thrive.

About The Role
The role of the Elementary School Administrator responsible for the day-to-day office administrative support to the Elementary School and its Divisional Leadership Team, students, and staff.

To view the full Job Description, please Click Here .

What You Will Be Doing
PA to Divisional Principal

• Manage the Divisional School Principal ' s calendar and schedules, screening callers and arranging appointments and meetings, as directed
• Provide secretarial support to the Divisional School Principal, including but not limited to managing travel arrangements, filing, documentation, printing of documents, and claims

Divisional Administration

• Perform all office administrative support for the Principal and Divisional Leadership Team
• Printing of hall passes, signage, posters, and other classroom materials as instructed
• Lead the student registration to any school-sponsored external competitions (e.g., HK Schools Speech and Music Festival membership and application) and support application to other competitions as approved by the relevant Principals or Leads

Event Coordination and Logistics

• Contribute to the school ' s event calendar by managing and maintaining the divisional academic events schedule
• Assist the Divisional leaders with the planning and logistics of academic events (e.g., assemblies, field trips, parties, sports days, swimming galas, competitions, productions, showcase, learning journeys, and graduations)

Who we are looking for:

• Minimum Bachelor ' s degree, at least 2 years of related working experience
• Able to work independently with little or no supervision
• Excellent time management skills and ability to multitask and prioritize work

Benefits At Cognita

• Competitive salary depending upon qualifications and experience
• Annual Leave
• Statutory Pension
• Competitive Group medical coverage
• Professional Development

How To Apply
Please complete your application by following the steps below, and create your profile at Cognita Career portal before the closing date, and ensure a Letter of Application is provided. The Closing Date for Applications is:
12 nd October 2025 (HK Time)
.

Cognita Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practice and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.

We believe having a diverse workforce makes us better, smarter and happier and so welcome applicants from all backgrounds, genders, and races. We have an unwavering commitment to being fair and equitable in our recruitment process.

EARLY APPLICATIONS ARE ENCOURAGED, WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO INTERVIEW AND APPOINT PRIOR TO CLOSING DATE FOR THE RIGHT APPLICANT.

Applicants who have not heard from us by the closing date must assume that, on this occasion, their application has been unsuccessful.

Responsibilities

PA to Divisional Principal

• Manage the Divisional School Principal's calendar and schedules, screening callers and arranging appointments and meetings, as directed
• Provide secretarial support to the Divisional School Principal, including but not limited to managing travel arrangements, filing, documentation, printing of documents, and claims
• Admin support for Teacher's Observation Process and Hiring Process
• Details are to be discussed and refined with the Elementary School Principal

Divisional Administration

• Perform all office administrative support for the Principal and Divisional Leadership Team
• Support the day-to-day operations of the Division with a problem-solving mindset
• Printing of hall passes, signage, posters, and other classroom materials as instructed
• Lead the student registration to any school-sponsored external competitions (e.g., HK Schools Speech and Music Festival membership and application) and support application to other competitions as approved by the relevant Principals or Leads
• Liaise with teachers and parents to resolve attendance concerns
• Provide administrative support to students, including student records, attendance, and disciplinary matters
• Organize, document, and file the Divisional student files and records
• Work closely with the Divisional Principal, School Admin Manager, and the Head of Communications on any ad-hoc tasks requiring support, ensuring timely and accurate completion. This includes adapting to changing priorities and collaborating with team members to meet project goals effectively
• Support other school business needs during school breaks (e.g., Holiday Camps) as assigned by the Head of Communications

Event Coordination and Logistics

• Contribute to the school's event calendar by managing and maintaining the divisional academic events schedule
• Assist the Divisional leaders with the planning and logistics of academic events (e.g., assemblies, field trips, parties, sports days, swimming galas, competitions, productions, showcase, learning journeys, and graduations)

As a member of the School Office Team, the candidate is also expected to support and cover other office administration duties as needed. These include, but are not limited to:

• Support and cover for the Transport Officer (as needed) to coordinate the school transport service, ensuring smooth operation during arrival and dismissal
• Reception and help desk duties at the school reception desk, maintain the visitor log, issue and collect badges
• Provide excellent customer service as expected from a premium international school. Assist all guests, parents, students, and colleagues who approach the school office / reception desk.
• Monitor and manage student attendance and follow up with families when students are absent; including signing in students arriving late, signing students out when departing early, and overseeing students waiting to be picked up after school
• Office admin such as mail and courier arrangements, and managing the lost and found

Position Requirements

• At least 2 years of related working experience
• Good interpersonal and collaboration skills
• Able to work independently with little or no supervision
• Well organized, flexible, and enjoy the administrative challenges of supporting an office of diverse people
• Excellent time management skills and ability to multitask and prioritize work
• Excellent written and verbal English and Chinese, ability to speak Mandarin is a plus

Proficiency in computer skills

Qualifications

• Minimum Bachelor's degree or equivalent is required

Contacts

• Elementary School Principal
• Head of Communications and Community Engagement
• School Admin Manager
• Regular interactions with staff, students, and parents

Working Conditions

• School Environment
• Will be required to work independently and as part of a collaborative team effort
• Working hours 7:00am to 4:30pm (or 7:30am to 4:30pm), Monday to Friday, plus occasional extended working hours to complete some projects and to support school-related events may be required

Terms of Employment

• Referee request: Required
• Background Check: Required

The job holder's responsibility for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young person's for whom s/he is responsible, or with whom s/he comes into contact will be to adhere to and ensure compliance with the relevant Cognita Safeguarding; Child Protection Policy and Procedures at all times. If in the course of carrying out the duties of the role, the job holder identifies any instance that a child is suffering or likely to suffer significant harm either at school or at home, s/he must report any concerns to the School's Designated Safeguarding Lead or to the Head of School or indeed to the Regional CEO or Safeguarding Manager - Asia so that a referral can be made accordingly to the statutory services.

Job Number:

49466

Department:

Education Bureau

Division/Section/Unit:

Professional Development and Training Division

Job Title:

Project Officer (School Leadership and Professional Development) (EDB/PDT/205/25)

Salary:

$51,545 per month

Entry Requirements:

(a) A Hong Kong bachelor's degree, or equivalent (See Note (i));

(b) A certificate in education from a Hong Kong tertiary educational institution, or equivalent;

(c) Met the language proficiency requirements of Level 3 or above in Chinese Language and English Language in the Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education Examination (HKDSEE) or the Hong Kong Certificate of Education Examination (HKCEE), or equivalent (See Note (ii)); and

(d) At least 4 years' post-degree full time relevant working experience.

Note:

(i) A locally-accredited Hong Kong bachelor's degree is at Level 5 under the Hong Kong Qualifications Framework (HKQF). While there are other qualifications under HKQF Level 5, only bachelor's degree is acceptable for this recruitment exercise. Further information on HKQF may be accessed on HKQF's website ) or by phone

(ii) For appointment purpose, 'Grade C' and 'Grade E' in Chinese Language and English Language (Syllabus B) in the HKCEE before 2007 are accepted administratively as comparable to 'Level 3' and 'Level 2' respectively in Chinese Language and English Language in the 2007 HKCEE and henceforth.

Duties:

(a) To assist in the design of teacher training programmes, development of learning resources and serve as speaker in the training activities;

(b) To assist in administrative, financial, procurement and supporting duties relating to various training programmes;

(c) To assist in the implementation of different training programmes; to collect feedback, provide support in programme evaluation and handle enquiries;

(d) To support and evaluate the progress of the study tours for teachers by joining in; and

(e) To perform any other duties as assigned.

Terms of Appointment:

Successful candidates will be employed on non-civil service contract terms for 1 year.

Fringe Benefits

(a) 14 days annual leave and full pay sickness allowance whereas rest days, statutory holidays(or substituted holidays), maternity leave/paternity leave, where appropriate, will be granted in accordance with the provisions of the Employment Ordinance.

(b) A gratuity may be granted upon satisfactory completion of the contract with consistently high standard of performance and conduct. Such gratuity, if granted, plus any contribution made by the Government to a Mandatory Provident Fund (MPF) scheme in respect of the appointee as required by the MPF Schemes Ordinance, will be equal to 10% of the total basic salary drawn during the contract period.

General Notes:

(a) Please mark clearly the EDB Job Code and specific contract post applied for, e.g. Project Officer (School Leadership and Professional Development) (EDB/PDT/205/25). (b) Candidates must be permanent residents of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region at the time of appointment unless specified otherwise. (c) As an Equal Opportunities Employer, the Government is committed to eliminating discrimination in employment. The vacancy advertised is open to all applicants meeting the basic entry requirement irrespective of their disability, sex, marital status, pregnancy, age, family status, sexual orientation and race. (d) Non-civil service vacancies are not posts on the civil service establishment. Candidates appointed are not on civil service terms of appointment and conditions of service. Candidates appointed are not civil servants and will not be eligible for posting, promotion or transfer to any posts in the Civil Service. (e) The entry pay, terms of appointment and conditions of service to be offered are subject to the provisions prevailing at the time the offer of appointment is made. (f) Where a large number of candidates meet the specified entry requirements, the recruiting department may devise shortlisting criteria to select the better qualified candidates for further processing. In these circumstances, only shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend recruitment examination and/or interview. (g) It is Government policy to place people with a disability in appropriate jobs wherever possible. If a disabled candidate meets the entry requirements, he/she will be invited to attend the selection interview/written examination without being subject to any further shortlisting criteria. Applicants who have declared disabilities found suitable for appointment may be given an appropriate degree of preference over other applicants whose suitability for appointment is considered comparable to that of the former. The Government policy and other related measures on employment of persons with disabilities are set out in the booklet "Employ People Based on Their Abilities – Application for Government Jobs by Persons with Disabilities" which is available for reference on the Civil Service Bureau's website at under "Administration of the Civil Service – Appointments". (h) Holders of academic qualifications other than those obtained from Hong Kong institutions/ Hong Kong Examinations and Assessment Authority may also apply but their qualifications will be subject to assessments on equivalence with the required entry qualifications. They should submit copies of their official transcripts and certificates by mail to the enquiry address below.

How to apply:

Application Forms (G.F. 340 (Rev. 7/2023)) are obtainable from any Home Affairs Enquiry Centre of District Offices, Home Affairs Department or any Job Centres of the Employment Services Division, Labour Department. The said form can also be downloaded from the Civil Service Bureau's website ). Application should reach the following enquiry address (Administration Section, Professional Development and Training Division, Education Bureau, 6/F, East Wing, Central Government Offices, 2 Tim Mei Avenue, Tamar, Hong Kong) on or before the closing date for application (the postmark date on the envelope will be regarded as the date of submission of application). Please mark "Application for the post of Project Officer (School Leadership and Professional Development)" on the envelope. To avoid delayed or unsuccessful delivery of applications by post, please ensure that the correct address is clearly printed or written on the envelope and sufficient postage has been affixed before posting. Mail items bearing insufficient postage will not be delivered to this Bureau and will be returned to the sender or disposed of by the Hongkong Post, where appropriate. Applicants will bear any consequences arising from paying insufficient postage. On-line application can also be made through the Civil Service Bureau's web site ). The new version of application form for Government jobs G.F. 340 (Rev. 7/2023) has been in use with effect from 26 July 2023. Candidates who apply for Government jobs advertised on or after 26 July 2023 should use the new G.F. 340 (Rev. 7/2023). If candidates submit the old version form (G.F. 340 (Rev. 3/2013)), they will be required to fill in the new G.F. 340 (Rev. 7/2023) afresh and submit it within seven days upon request. If candidates fail to submit the new G.F. 340 (Rev. 7/2023) within the stipulated deadline, their applications will not be processed further. Applicants who are selected for interview will normally receive an invitation in about six to eight weeks from the closing date for application. Those who are not invited for interview may assume that their applications are unsuccessful. For enquiries, please call the telephone number indicated.

Contact Address:

Administration Section, Professional Development and Training Division, Education Bureau, 6/F, East Wing, Central Government Offices, 2 Tim Mei Avenue, Tamar, Hong Kong

Enquiry Telephone:

Closing Date(dd/mm/yyy):

16/10/ :00:00

Newspaper(s) Advertised and Date(s):

Mingpao (3 October 2025) and SCMP (4 and 11 October 2025)

Application via Internet:

Available

Advertising Date

03/10/2025

Overview

Primary Vice Principal is responsible for supporting the Head of Primary to enact the College’s learning framework in the Primary section, working collaboratively with the principal, deputising for the Head of Primary and leading the Primary staff.

• Translate the College’s strategic direction into Primary practice with a data‑driven mindset, supporting the Head of Primary and ensuring tangible improvements in student outcomes.
• Co‑lead with the Primary team the design and ongoing refinement of a coherent curriculum that meets all learners’ needs within and beyond Primary; be accountable for delivery milestones and impact, in fulfilment of the College’s vision and intended educational outcomes.
• Facilitate, alongside middle leaders, effective progression and transition within and between programmes and phases relevant to Primary.
• Establish and maintain data systems to source, track, analyse and act on student data; ensure students receive timely feedback and clear next steps, enabling students to know how well they are doing and what they need to do to maximise their learning.
• Set and uphold high expectations, coaching and supporting staff to implement creative and rigorous pedagogy; monitor enactment and address barriers to implementation.

• Co‑lead student support, wellbeing, and behaviour, ensuring inclusive practices for EAL and diverse needs; be accountable for impact.
• Foster a safe, positive, and nurturing environment that promotes student agency, belonging, and holistic development.
• Embed consistent behaviour and wellbeing practices and proactive early intervention through coaching, oversight, and timely adjustment.

• Collaborate over parent partnership with key staff for the Primary sector to maximise student outcomes.
• Address parent and student concerns with professionalism and diplomacy, ensuring alignment with the College’s vision and educational outcomes and closing the loop on actions.
• Cultivate strong relationships with external stakeholders (e.g., PTA, local community) to strengthen learning and community engagement alongside relevant middle leaders.
• Support sector‑specific communications and contribute to the College’s admissions strategy; oversee Primary admissions in collaboration with the Admissions Manager and key staff.

• Monitor, evaluate, and share the sector’s progress and impact with relevant stakeholders, following through on agreed improvements and lines of communication.
• Maintain clear systems and routines for effective Primary operations, with transparent roles, timelines, and expectations.
• Coordinate staff development (PRD and PL) to grow capacity and impact in the Primary sector.

• Support the Head of Primary on foundation policy work and implementation in line with ESF’s vision and strategy.
• Maintain alignment between Primary practice and foundation‑wide developments by coordinating inputs and reporting on progress.

• Deputise fully for the Head of Primary in their absence, providing calm, decisive leadership; ensure continuity of operations, safeguarding, teaching and learning, and stakeholder communications.
• Lead key meetings, respond to urgent matters, and represent the Primary section at cross‑school forums as required.

• Line‑manage staff/teams, including through PRD and fostering collaborative working practices.
• Participate in recruitment as appropriate to the role.
• Lead the transition of Year 6 to Year 7 and the induction of Year 1.
• Assist with the development of the Primary timetable with relevant leaders.
• Lead and administer key processes (e.g., Primary admissions) as assigned.
• Contribute to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) approaches and practices.
• Lead or contribute to special projects, developments and innovation.
• Undertake other duties and accountabilities as agreed.
• Teaching responsibilities as appropriate to the role.

• Minimum Typical Education: Teaching Qualification; Bachelor’s degree (postgraduate qualifications preferred).
• Minimum Typical Experience: Experience of a range of curricula and frameworks; experiences in a range of different schools and/or a school with a well‑developed international outlook; senior leadership experience in a similarly sized school is desirable.

• Two‑Year Finite Contract

• All Teachers Are Expected To contribute to the school's extra‑curricular programme, participate in key school and PTA events, and contribute to EOTC activities as required.

For enquiries, please contact Rashmi Tandon at

About ESF Discovery College and ESF

ESF is an Equal Opportunities Employer. Personal data provided by job applicants will be used strictly in accordance with ESF's Personal Data Policy.

Primary Vice Principal is responsible for supporting the Head of Primary to enact the College’s learning framework in the Primary section, working collaboratively with the principal, deputising for the Head of Primary and leading the Primary staff.

• Translate the College’s strategic direction into Primary practice with a data‑driven mindset, supporting the Head of Primary and ensuring tangible improvements in student outcomes.
• Co‑lead with the Primary team the design and ongoing refinement of a coherent curriculum that meets all learners’ needs within and beyond Primary; be accountable for delivery milestones and impact, in fulfilment of the College’s vision and intended educational outcomes.
• Facilitate, alongside middle leaders, effective progression and transition within and between programmes and phases relevant to Primary.
• Establish and maintain data systems to source, track, analyse and act on student data; ensure students receive timely feedback and clear next steps, enabling students to know how well they are doing and what they need to do to maximise their learning.
• Set and uphold high expectations, coaching and supporting staff to implement creative and rigorous pedagogy; monitor enactment and address barriers to implementation.

• Co‑lead student support, wellbeing, and behaviour, ensuring inclusive practices for EAL and diverse needs; be accountable for impact.
• Foster a safe, positive, and nurturing environment that promotes student agency, belonging, and holistic development.
• Embed consistent behaviour and wellbeing practices and proactive early intervention through coaching, oversight, and timely adjustment.

• Collaborate over parent partnership with key staff for the Primary sector to maximise student outcomes.
• Address parent and student concerns with professionalism and diplomacy, ensuring alignment with the College’s vision and educational outcomes and closing the loop on actions.
• Cultivate strong relationships with external stakeholders (e.g., PTA, local community) to strengthen learning and community engagement alongside relevant middle leaders.
• Support sector‑specific communications and contribute to the College’s admissions strategy; oversee Primary admissions in collaboration with the Admissions Manager and key staff.

• Monitor, evaluate, and share the sector’s progress and impact with relevant stakeholders, following through on agreed improvements and lines of communication.
• Maintain clear systems and routines for effective Primary operations, with transparent roles, timelines, and expectations.
• Coordinate staff development (PRD and PL) to grow capacity and impact in the Primary sector.

• Support the Head of Primary on foundation policy work and implementation in line with ESF’s vision and strategy.
• Maintain alignment between Primary practice and foundation‑wide developments by coordinating inputs and reporting on progress.

• Deputise fully for the Head of Primary in their absence, providing calm, decisive leadership; ensure continuity of operations, safeguarding, teaching and learning, and stakeholder communications.
• Lead key meetings, respond to urgent matters, and represent the Primary section at cross‑school forums as required.

• Line‑manage staff/teams, including through PRD and fostering collaborative working practices.
• Participate in recruitment as appropriate to the role.
• Lead the transition of Year 6 to Year 7 and the induction of Year 1.
• Assist with the development of the Primary timetable with relevant leaders.
• Lead and administer key processes (e.g., Primary admissions) as assigned.
• Contribute to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) approaches and practices.
• Lead or contribute to special projects, developments and innovation.
• Undertake other duties and accountabilities as agreed.
• Teaching responsibilities as appropriate to the role.

• Minimum Typical Education: Teaching Qualification; Bachelor’s degree (postgraduate qualifications preferred).
• Minimum Typical Experience: Experience of a range of curricula and frameworks; experiences in a range of different schools and/or a school with a well‑developed international outlook; senior leadership experience in a similarly sized school is desirable.

• Two‑Year Finite Contract

• All Teachers Are Expected To contribute to the school's extra‑curricular programme, participate in key school and PTA events, and contribute to EOTC activities as required.

For enquiries, please contact Rashmi Tandon at

About ESF Discovery College and ESF

ESF is an Equal Opportunities Employer. Personal data provided by job applicants will be used strictly in accordance with ESF's Personal Data Policy.

Job Overview
West Island School is a premier international school in Hong Kong, dedicated to providing a high-quality education that fosters inquiry, collaboration, and personal growth. With a diverse team of about 160 full-time staff representing over 16 nationalities, our community is proactive, passionate, and supportive, making it an exciting place to live and work.

West Island School is seeking to appoint a dynamic, committed, and reflective professional to join our Senior Leadership Team:

• Significant leadership and management experience with strong interpersonal skills and a proven track record of innovative practices.
• A commitment to our vision, "Find your passion, realise your potential," valuing inclusiveness and fostering a supportive environment for all students.
• Dedication to high academic achievements and the promotion of multiple pathways, ensuring a holistic education for every learner.

Key Responsibilities

• The role provides opportunities for strategic leadership, and managing a range of teams across different areas of the school.

The Appointed Candidate Will

• Consistently champion and uphold the school's core values and foster supportive relationships.
• Support the school's vision of "find your purpose, realise your potential" and the IB Learner profile.
• Develop and articulate a shared vision and strategic development plan for the school and lead colleagues in achieving this.
• Create an atmosphere of mutual trust where collaboration, discussion, debate and teamwork are promoted within the school.
• Model exemplary professional practice.
• Contribute to the development of West Island School as a professional learning community, fostering a spirit of inquiry, innovation, professional learning and reflection.
• Promote high standards and expectations through supporting the performance of colleagues through coaching.
• Model learning and leadership at all times by being a highly reflective practitioner.

Responsibilities
The responsibilities of the role will be linked to the skills and experience of the successful applicant. This position is likely to provide leadership and strategy directly or indirectly in these areas:

• Pastoral care (safeguarding, child protection, wellbeing)
• Parent and community engagement
• Trips and extra-curricular activities
• Curriculum and Assessment
• Staff development and coaching
• Strategic development

This role has a teaching commitment of approximately 25%

Educational Requirements & Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree in Education or Bachelor Degree in a teaching subject with PGDE/PGCE or equivalent.
• 5 years teaching experience within a recognised educational organization; significant experience in a prominent leadership role, demonstrating the ability to inspire and manage a team effectively.
• Additional strengths and experiences will be taken into account to encourage flexibility across the team.

Professional Skills And Abilities

• Be a highly relational leader who can understand perspectives.
• Have a track record of putting students at the heart of all decisions
• Be visionary, innovative and forward thinking about education.
• Have had significant successful experience in leadership and experience of motivating and inspiring others.
• Have demonstrated creativity, energy and drive in education.
• Be committed to school improvement and school evaluation.
• Be committed to inclusive practices.
• Be committed to student wellbeing, safeguarding and child protection.
• Have a proven record of how to create and manage change.
• Have excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Have professional integrity and give trust to others.

Benefits

• In return for your passion and dedication to delivering quality education, we offer:
• A highly competitive salary.
• Gratuity and housing allowance.
• Passage and healthcare benefits.
• Subsidised school places for your children.
• Security and opportunities provided by being part of the English Schools Foundation.

Recruitment Timeline

• Application Deadline: Monday, 27th October 2025.
• First-round Recorded video interviews will follow.
• Second-round interviews will take place online during the weeks commencing 3rd and 10th November 2025.
• Final interviews will be held in Hong Kong during the week commencing 5th January 2026.

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 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.

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.

About The Team
West Island School is a world class co-educational IB World School with a leading reputation in Hong Kong. Our school motto "Strength from Diversity" reflects that the school caters for students from over 40 nationalities. The school has a strong focus on developing responsible global citizenship teaching through the UN Sustainable Development Goals. Courage, compassion and service beyond the classroom define our students. We have a reputation for academic excellence and the vast majority of students graduate to a range of leading worldwide universities after completing the IBDP or IBCP programme. In 2020, our average score for the IB Diploma was 37, and 29% of students achieved 40 points or more. Extracurricular activities are offered termly through an extensive CAS programme (Community, Activity and Service). We have a strong focus on pastoral care to support the whole development of young people.

We have been assigned to support Hong Kong's largest charitable foundation with identifying key talent to support the growth of their team. We are working across multiple role types and subject matter specialisms, you can access all roles by searching #purposeproject on our Job Search page.

Manager, Grant Management (education)

Reporting into the team Lead, the Grant Manager will be responsible for conducting research, analysing data, and reporting findings related to the education sector - education programs, scholarship and fellowship giving, as well as managing the grant vetting and giving process.

Responsibilities:

• Conducting research (literature reviews, sector data analysis, in-house or externally managed surveys and focus groups) related to education.
• Supporting research and data analysis studies, preparing reports and findings, and managing data and records.
• Supporting the donation request management process and carrying out grant making functions: setting tasks, deliverables, schedules and resources, and working on progress reports and project publications.
• Monitoring the approved projects to ensure that they are implemented and completed according to schedule, intended output and within the original agreed scope and budget.
• Drafting articles and speeches for publicity events, supporting public relations and media initiatives.
• Liaising with potential external partners and building relationships.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree with 5+ years of professional experience in research or grant management.
• Experience working within NGO's, Think Tanks - policy research entities, or social service settings.
• Good project management experience, and a strong goal-oriented style
• Strong organisation skills with high self-motivation and exceptional attention to details
• Knowledge of analytical skills, proactive idea creation style and passionate in education related topics.
• Excellent speaking and writing proficiency in Chinese and English, heavy reporting required.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and influencing skills.

Candidates with less years of experience will be considered as Assistant Program Managers.

Interested candidates please click on Apply, kindly note only relevant parties will be contacted.

Overview

Principal Systems Engineer - Assistant Vice President - Critical Services Delivery (Linux Platform) - 12 months Contract

HKEX is home to Asia's most dynamic and vibrant capital markets. Connecting capital, ideas, inspiration and innovation for deeper, more diverse and liquid global capital markets; providing greater choice and opportunity for our customers, each and every day.

HKEX is a purpose-driven company. Our commitment to the long-term development of our business and our markets is articulated in our purpose: "To Connect, Promote and Progress our Markets and the Communities they support for the prosperity of all."

The Critical Services Delivery team is responsible for designing and building HKEX IT infrastructure for core mission critical systems. We strive for the highest IT standard by looking out for new technologies as well as continuous internal process automation and improvement.

• Being a Principal Systems Engineer, you will work closely with the Critical Service Delivery Lead in managing critical IT solutions implementation. You will also play a subject matter expert (SME) role in providing IT technology expertise and guidance to ensure successful project delivery.
• Interact with internal and external parties on IT solutions design, planning and execution.
• Play a role in project management such as tracking project deliverables timelines and exceptions.
• Compile project and technical documents such as project plan, technical specifications and test reports.
• Collaborate with the InfoSec/infrastructure engineering and support teams to adopt modern technologies, such as multi-cloud and container orchestration, to enhance manageability.
• Enhance internal processes by adopting automation.

• Degree in Computer Science, Information System or IT related disciplines.
• Minimum 8 years of hands-on experience in Linux server administration, troubleshooting and security hardening.
• Knowledge in other infrastructure systems such as private cloud, backup and storage is a plus.
• Willing to work on weekends for server setup and testing.
• Good team player with aspirations for IT management career development in top tier financial industry.

Location: HKEX - TKO

Shift: Standard - 40 Hours (Hong Kong SAR)

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Worker Type: Contract

HKEX is committed as an Equal Opportunity Employer. Diversity is one of our core values and we look to support, respect diverse perspectives, abilities, culture and experiences within our workplace.