School Crossing Supervisor - Casual (Expression of Interest Only)
- Casual position, expression of interest only
- Flexible hours of work
- $42.11 per hour, inclusive of a 25% casual loading, plus superannuation
The City of Boroondara is inviting expressions of interest from people who may be suitable for future School Crossing Supervisor opportunities. While this is not an active recruitment process, it enables Council to identify suitable candidates for future opportunities as they arise across the municipality.
Casual School Crossing Supervisors may be required to provide relief coverage for permanent part‑time employees during periods of leave or unplanned absences.
About you
You are reliable, safety‑focused and community‑minded, with a friendly and professional approach. You communicate clearly, work confidently on your own, and understand the importance of creating a safe, respectful and child‑safe environment.
About the role
School Crossing Supervisors support the safety of children and pedestrians at designated crossings during peak school times. The role involves working at various locations across Boroondara and following VicRoads and Council procedures. Hours are part‑time and generally align with school start and finish times.
Key responsibilities
Responsibilities include safely managing pedestrian crossings, ensuring traffic is stopped before pedestrians cross, and reinforcing key road safety messages with children. The role also involves engaging respectfully with community members, maintaining uniform and equipment, complying with Council policies, reporting incidents or hazards, and participating in required training.
Why join us
At the City of Boroondara, we are committed to creating a vibrant and inclusive city that meets the needs and aspirations of our community. Our people are at the heart of everything we do, and we foster a culture built on collaboration, respect, and innovation. You’ll be part of a team that values integrity, empowers others, and inspires possibility. We offer a supportive environment where your contributions make a real difference to the community we serve.
Benefits
You will be supported in a role that is vital to the safety and wellbeing of local children and the wider community. Council provides thorough training, appropriate uniforms and equipment, and ongoing support to help you perform your duties confidently and safely on site. You will be part of a committed team making a meaningful contribution at school crossings across our city.
If you want to know more about the benefits of working for the City of Boroondara, please visit our Careers Website.
Employment Requirements
- Applicants must have the right to work in Australia.
- Preferred applicants will be required to undergo a National Police Record Check and hold a valid Working with Children Clearance.
- Sufficient English communication skills to engage effectively with children, parents and the community.
- Successful completion of a short course upon commencement in the role – “Instruction of School Crossing Supervisors”
- Physical ability to operate a school crossing by standing, walking and lifting a stop bat for periods of up to 45 minutes per shift.
- Flexibility to take up duty at various school crossings throughout the municipality as required
- While not essential, a current Victorian driver’s licence is an advantage.
How to apply
If you are interested in this rewarding role, we encourage you to submit an expression of interest. Please apply online , including a resume and a cover letter addressing the key selection criteria. Applications will be assessed as opportunities become available.
Expressions of interest must be submitted via the online portal. Applications submitted directly to the hiring manager will not be considered. We kindly ask that recruitment agencies do not contact us in relation to this opportunity.
For any further information please refer to the Position Description, or contact Aysegul Altug (Senior Support Officer - School Crossing Program) during business hours on (03) 9278 4774 for a confidential discussion.
We understand that this portal may not meet the needs of people who rely on Assistive Technology or have other diverse requirements. If you have any difficulty using our recruitment system, please do not hesitate to contact People Culture and Development on (03) 9278 4401 or
[email protected] to allow us to help in any way we can.
Who are we?
The City of Boroondara is a metropolitan council, representing more than 170,000 people in the inner-eastern suburbs of Melbourne. A leader in the local government sector, with a reputation for innovation and excellence, we believe in providing an environment where our staff thrive, both in the work they do and in how they learn and develop as people and professionals.
We like to challenge the norm and we are investing significantly in innovation and technology improvements in order to provide our customers with an even greater experience and engagement. We are putting our customers at the forefront of what we do with our organisation wide initiative, Transforming Boroondara Program.
You will be instrumental in driving this change across the organisation using best practice approaches to successfully support us from the now to our desired future state.
With so much going on it’s a great time to join Boroondara!
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