At a Glance
- Tasks: Ensure the safety of children at school crossings during peak times.
- Company: Join the City of Boroondara, a vibrant and inclusive community-focused council.
- Benefits: Earn $43.27 per hour with flexible hours and superannuation.
- Other info: Enjoy a supportive environment with opportunities for personal growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in your community while working part-time.
- Qualifications: No experience needed; just a commitment to safety and good communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 27 - 27 $ per hour.
Expression of Interest – Casual School Crossing Supervisor
Step into a role that protects our community’s youngest pedestrians.
Flexible hours. $43.27 per hour, inclusive of a 25% casual loading, plus superannuation.
The City of Boroondara is seeking reliable and community-minded individuals to express interest in joining our School Crossing Supervisor team. This rewarding role helps create a safer environment for children, families and the broader community by assisting pedestrians to crossroads safely at designated school crossings.
Casual School Crossing Supervisors may be required to provide relief coverage for permanent part‑time employees during periods of leave or unplanned absences.
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.
About You
You are a dependable and safety-focused individual who understands the importance of protecting children and supporting the community. You take pride in being punctual, responsible and approachable. You are confident communicating with a diverse range of people and can maintain a professional and respectful manner in public-facing situations. Your ability to remain alert, focused and calm enables you to respond effectively to changing traffic conditions. You are committed to following procedures, working safely and contributing positively to your local community. Previous experience is not essential, as training will be provided; however, a strong commitment to safety and customer service is highly valued.
Key Responsibilities
- Safely managing pedestrian crossings.
- Ensuring traffic is stopped before pedestrians cross.
- Reinforcing key road safety messages with children.
- Engaging respectfully with community members.
- Maintaining uniform and equipment.
- Complying with Council policies.
- Reporting incidents or hazards.
- Participating in required training.
Employment Requirements
- Ability to instruct and direct users of school crossings in a safe and professional manner.
- Good verbal communication skills including basic English.
- Ability to build rapport with school communities and all school crossing users.
- Ability to read and understand written instructions.
- Flexibility to take up duty at various school crossings throughout the municipality as required.
Preferred applicants will be required to undergo a National Police Record Check, pre-employment medical assessment and hold a valid Working with Children Clearance.
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.
How To Express Interest
If you are ready to express interest in this rewarding role, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your expression of interest, including a resume and a short cover letter online via the ‘Apply’ button. All expressions of interest must be made via the online portal; no applications direct to the hiring manager will be considered. No calls or applications from agencies please.
For any further information please refer to the online portal, or contact Aysegul Altug, Senior Support Officer - School Crossing Program during business hours for any confidential enquiries.
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 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!
School Crossing Safety Supervisor in Melbourne employer: City of Boroondara
The City of Boroondara is an exceptional employer that prioritises the well-being and professional growth of its employees. With a strong commitment to fostering a positive workplace culture, this role offers the opportunity to lead a dedicated team while making a meaningful impact on community health and safety. Employees benefit from comprehensive training programs, supportive management, and a collaborative environment that encourages innovation and excellence in service delivery.
