Rangitoto College is hiring a Receptionist – Chinese First Language in Mairangi Bay, Auckland, New Zealand. This is a permanent, part-time position offering $33.08 to $36.75 per hour for 37.5 hours per week during school terms. The successful candidate will provide reception, administration and English–Chinese translation services while supporting the college’s Chinese-speaking community.
Rangitoto College serves more than 4,200 domestic and international students and employs over 400 staff members. The successful applicant will welcome visitors, manage incoming calls and correspondence, translate information between English and Chinese, and provide administrative support to different departments. Applicants must have strong written and spoken English skills, excellent communication abilities and a calm, customer-focused approach. Previous experience in a school environment is an advantage but is not essential.
Job Details
| Job Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Job Title | Receptionist – Chinese First Language |
| Employer | Rangitoto College |
| Location | Mairangi Bay, Auckland, New Zealand |
| Employment Type | Permanent, part-time |
| Work Schedule | 37.5 hours per week, term-time only |
| Salary | $33.08–$36.75 per hour |
| Start Date | As soon as available |
| Languages | Chinese and professional-level English |
| Experience | Reception or administration experience preferred; school experience is an advantage |
| Key Skills | Translation, reception, customer service and administration |
| Industry | Education |
| Workplace | On-site |
| Application Deadline | 10:00 am, Tuesday, October 20, 2026 |
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Key Responsibilities
The successful candidate will provide high-quality reception, translation and administrative support to the college. Duties include:
- Providing accurate verbal and written translation services between English and Chinese.
- Welcoming visitors, parents, students, contractors and service providers.
- Managing incoming telephone calls and directing enquiries to the appropriate departments.
- Handling courier deliveries and ensuring visitors receive timely assistance.
- Distributing incoming emails and responding to information-line requests.
- Supporting communication with the college’s Chinese-speaking community.
- Maintaining effective working relationships with administration staff, enrolments teams, Deans’ secretaries and senior leadership support staff.
- Coordinating with the human resources manager and teaching staff when required.
- Managing multiple tasks while maintaining a professional and welcoming reception area.
- Providing timely, accurate and reliable administrative assistance.
- Handling enquiries from people of different ages, backgrounds and cultures with empathy and professionalism.
- Using initiative and critical thinking to respond to changing school requirements.
Requirements
Candidates interested in this opportunity should meet the following requirements.
Language and Communication Skills
- Chinese as a first language.
- High-level professional English fluency, both written and spoken.
- Strong English–Chinese translation and interpretation skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
- Confidence communicating with parents, students, staff and visitors from diverse backgrounds.
Experience and Administrative Skills
- Previous reception, customer service or administrative experience is beneficial.
- Experience working in a school environment is an advantage but is not essential.
- Ability to manage incoming calls, visitors, couriers and correspondence simultaneously.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to prioritize tasks and work efficiently in a busy reception environment.
- Good problem-solving skills, initiative and critical thinking.
- A calm, welcoming and professional manner.
- Ability to build positive working relationships with colleagues across different departments.
Child Safety and Background Checks
Rangitoto College is committed to student safety and wellbeing. Appointment is subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks, including referee checks and Police Vetting under the Children’s Act 2014.
Applicants should be prepared to complete the required checks as part of the recruitment process.
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What the Employer Offers
- Permanent employment with a well-established educational institution.
- An advertised pay rate of $33.08 to $36.75 per hour.
- A 37.5-hour working week during school terms.
- A term-time-only schedule.
- An opportunity to support the college’s Chinese-speaking community.
- A varied role combining translation, reception and administrative responsibilities.
- A collaborative and supportive working environment.
- Opportunities for ongoing professional development.
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How to Apply
Interested candidates must submit their applications electronically through the official Rangitoto College vacancies page.
Apply online: APPLY HERE – Rangitoto College Vacancies
The employer has advised that applications submitted through other platforms or by email may not be reviewed. Applicants should therefore use the official vacancies page to complete their applications.
Candidates should highlight their Chinese language proficiency, professional English skills, translation experience, customer service abilities and previous reception or administrative work.