Receptionist
Kelston Boys' High School · 51-200 employees
What the role involves
- Welcoming visitors
- Managing phone calls
- Providing administrative support
What they ask for
Friendly, organised, professional with excellent communication skills; confident using office and communication software; able to work with teenagers and adults; permanent term-time role.
About the job
RECEPTIONIST Permanent | Term Time Only 37.5 hours per week | Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM About the Role Kelston Boys’ High School is a state boys’ secondary school in West Auckland, providing education for 800+ students in Years 9–13.
We are looking for a friendly, organised and proactive Receptionist to be the first point of contact for our school. You will play an important role in creating a warm and welcoming environment for visitors, parents, students and staff, while providing efficient customer service and administrative support across the school. This is a permanent position, working 37.5 hours per week, during the school term, plus one week prior to the start of the school year. Remuneration will be determined in accordance with the Support Staff in Schools’ Collective Agreement (SSSCA), based on your qualifications and experience. Key Responsibilities
- Welcome and assist visitors, parents, students and staff, and manage incoming phone calls and general enquiries.
- Provide administrative support, including correspondence, filing, photocopying and general office duties.
- Maintain accurate records and manage office supplies.
- Help maintain a tidy and welcoming front office.
- Build positive relationships with staff, students, parents and the wider community.
About You
We're looking for someone who is:
- Friendly, approachable and professional, with excellent communication skills.
- Highly organised, with strong attention to detail and time-management skills.
- Confident multi-tasking and managing competing priorities.
- Flexible, adaptable and able to use initiative.
- Confident using office and communication software.
- Able to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
- Comfortable working with teenagers and adults alike.
About Kelston Boys’ High School Established in 1963, the school is built around the values of Excellence, Resilience, Respect and Family. We have a diverse student community and offer a broad range of academic, sporting, cultural and vocational pathways.
Our motto, “To Wisdom with Honour,” reflects our commitment to supporting young men to grow, develop their strengths and reach their potential.
Applications close 13 November 2026. We may appoint a suitable candidate prior to the closing date, so get your application in now!
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