Bilingual Learning Assistant (Chinese) – Term time only, commencing in Term 1 2026

Rangitoto College is looking for exceptional, empathetic and energetic bilingual learning assistant to work in classes with our students. If you are fluent in both spoken and written English and Chinese and have a passion for helping young people succeed, we want to hear from you. This is a 30 hours per week or 15 hours per week, fixed-term, term-time only position. Mandarin preferred, Cantonese beneficial. 

To succeed in this position, you will be energetic with a sunny disposition and ideally have experience in working with young people with additional educational needs.

We can offer:

• A 30-hour per week role: term-time only,full tuition days from 8.40am to 3.20pm (30 hours per week, 40 minutes unpaid lunchtime included).
• A 15-hour per week role: term0time only, time to be negotiated.
  

School hours and term time only allow true work-life balance.

Job tasks and Responsibilities

The following is a range of duties that can be required of this position holder;

• Assisting students in lessons under the direction of the teacher.
• Supporting small groups of students under the direction of the teacher.
• Assisting students who have specific special needs with their personal care as required
• Assisting students who have specific needs with access arrangements and specialist furniture as required.
• Supporting students on off-site trips and activities as required.
• Contributing to IEP meetings as required
• Attending learning support meetings
• Attending professional development as required
• Maintaining professional confidentiality with regard to student information
• Positive relationships with students with additional needs  
• Supervision and supporting students with special conditions as necessary

Skills and Experience

The successful candidate will demonstrate;

• Fluency in English AND Chinese (Mandarin preferred, Cantonese beneficial) spoken and written language
• The ability to relate to, and build trust with, young people who have additional needs
• The ability to communicate effectively to provide information, assistance, and instruction
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• To be flexible in working arrangements
• Have a professional and warm manner
• The ability to remain calm under pressure
• To be able to work independently and as part of a team

Remuneration is as per the Support Staff in Schools Collective Agreement - Grade B-C teacher aide remuneration and will be placed on a step according to skills and experience.https://www.education.govt.nz/school/people-and-employment/employment-agreements/collective-agreements/support-staff-in-schools-collective-agreement/part-3a-teacher-aide-remuneration/

Please ensure your application is submitted through the link provided above. Applications received via Email will NOT be reviewed.

Applications close 4pm Sunday 14 December 2025