Additional Support Teaching Assistant – Senior School

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Kowloon Bay - Hong Kong

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Additional Support Teaching Assistant – Senior School

About The Role

The primary role of the Additional Support Teaching Assistant is to assist the Additional Support Coordinator and Teacher in delivering effective education to students requiring additional support through targeted interventions. The aim is enabling access to the curriculum and nurturing students learning potential at Kellett School.

Key Tasks and Duties

To be confident in supporting students within the senior school
Assist in the educational and social development of students under the direction and guidance of the School Leadership Team,
Additional Support Coordinator and Teachers
Assist in the implementation of Individual Education Plans and Pupil Passports for students and help monitor their progress
Provide support for individual students inside and outside the classroom to enable them to fully participate in activities
Work with other professionals, such as school counsellors, speech therapists and occupational therapists, as required
Supervise students with Access Arrangements during assessments
Assist with the maintaining of student records

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Support the department in administrative duties related to supporting students
Prepare resources outlined in the IEP or Pupil Passport
Promote the values and aims of the school
Adhere to all school policies in relation to Health and Safety, Staff Attendance, Dress Code etc.
Comply with any reasonable request from a manager to undertake work of a similar level that is not specified in this job description.
Participate in, and demonstrate continuous commitment to the annual review, quality assurance and appraisal cycle.
Participate in school-wide INSET initiatives.
Seek opportunities that may arise from the professional development process.
Take full responsibility for areas that may be reviewed in a full school audit or an inspection.
Attend team and staff meetings.
Undertake professional duties that may be reasonably assigned by the School Leadership Team and Additional Support Coordinator
Assist with the supervision of students on their arrival/departure and during school times as requested.
Accompany children off the school premises as directed, but usually in the presence of a teacher. With prior arrangement, to assist with residential visits.
Assist in the maintenance of resources and equipment.
Use Kellett School resources judiciously.

Terms and Conditions:

Working Hours: Monday to Friday (term time only) 0730-1530
Base: Kowloon Bay Campus
Working hours: Full time: 40 hours per week; Part time: 20 hours per week (actual work hours to be confirmed)
Contract: Ongoing

Application Process

Applicants must have the right to work in Hong Kong.

Please state in your covering letter if you wish to apply for either, the Full-Time position or the Part-Time position.

Please also include in your covering letter your salary expectations.

Applications close:18th May 2026

About You

REQUIREMENTS:

Kellett School are looking for a candidate who understands that not all children learn in the same manner. Characteristics such as patience, kindness and having an open mind are essential for this post. Training will be provided within the Additional Support Department and our experienced teachers. This is a great role for candidates wishing to learn about neurodiversity or are considering a career in teaching or enjoy working with and supporting students.

• Excellent command of written and spoken English.
• Good computer/ technical skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students, parents, staff and the wider school community.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality work.
• Ability to develop and positive relationships with others (Teachers, TA’s, parents etc)
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Experience working with Special Educational Needs and Disability desirable but not essential
• Knowledge of the English National Curriculum is desirable but not essential

About Us

Kellett is a through-train school from Reception to Year 13 with two preparatory campuses and one senior campus. Student roll currently is 1558; Senior 749; KLB Prep 327; PFL Prep 482.

Kellett offers a truly outstanding education, evidenced by a BSO Inspection, membership of COBIS, HMC and IAPS, as well as exceptional public examination results.

We are an equal opportunities employer and treat all job applicants and staff with equal respect free from unjustifiable discrimination.

Kellett School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all the students in our care and expects all applicants to share this commitment. We follow safe recruitment practices and all appointments are subject to an interview, identity checks, criminal record checks, review of social media presence and successful references.

In line with UK Government guidelines - Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025, Kellett School will conduct online checks prior to interview for all candidates shortlisted.

Kellett School ensures equal treatment for all employees and applicants, prohibiting discrimination based on age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, race, religion, gender identity or marital status.

Kellett School encourages applications from qualified candidates of varied backgrounds, supporting a workplace that values diversity and inclusion.

Applicants, who have not been contacted by 30th June 2025 can assume that on this occasion they have been unsuccessful and are thanked by the Association for their interest.

Kellett School reserves the right to appoint at any stage of the recruitment process.

Personal data is being collected for human resources purposes, including assessing your suitability for the post for which you are applying. The data will be used by the School and the Board of Governors. If you wish to access any personal data held by the School, please contact the Executive Director of People and Culture. If your application is unsuccessful the personal data you supply will be retained for two years, at the end of which time it will be destroyed.

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