At a Glance
- Tasks: Help kids cross roads safely while keeping an eye on traffic.
- Company: Join the City of Kingston, where community matters.
- Benefits: Enjoy health coverage, pension plans, and flexible work options.
- Other info: Great opportunities for training and personal development.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in your community and ensure children's safety.
- Qualifications: Experience with kids and strong communication skills required.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Please note this is a Relief School Crossing Guard position. The School Crossing Guard will assist and supervise school-age children with crossing roads in various locations of the municipality in a safe and professional manner. We keep Kingston moving safely and efficiently. Our team manages traffic signals and intersections, installs signage and pedestrian crossings, and responds to public safety concerns. We also analyze traffic data, implement calming measures, and develop policies that support active transportation and a connected, sustainable network.
What you'll do...
- Remain aware of traffic situations
- Display crossing sign and use caution while guiding children and families safely across roadways
- Ensure the safety of children crossing streets and intersections
- Maintain a pleasant, courteous and helpful attitude toward children, their guardians and the general public
- Model and reinforce proper behaviour and adherence to safety rules
- Report dangerous driving, crossing practices or issues to the appropriate authorities
Qualifications and Requirements
- Experience working with children and/or adolescents
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a satisfactory Criminal Record Check, including Vulnerable Sector
- Ability to make quick and accurate decisions while keeping in mind the safety of children
- Good observation skills and the ability to interact with children and the general public in a positive manner
- Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, relaying information in a clear and concise manner with the ability to handle stressful situations
- Must be available to work split shifts and be able to provide your own transportation
- Able to perform the essential duties of the job including standing for long periods of time, outdoors and in all weather conditions
- Must demonstrate corporate values of Belonging, Collaboration, Accountability, and Innovation
Why us?
Join a team that’s building more than a city - we’re building a community where people thrive. At the City of Kingston, your work has real impact: safer streets, greener spaces, inclusive experiences, innovative transit, creative public spaces, and brighter futures for all.
Why you’ll love it here…
We provide our employees with a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package, which may include extended health coverage, travel and life insurance, and long-term disability. Specific benefits can vary depending on your role and terms of employment. In addition, employees may enjoy access to:
- OMERS defined pension plan
- Employee wellness and assistance programs and resources
- Ongoing training and education opportunities
- Corporate perks such as discounted transit and fitness passes
- Learning & development resources and networks
- Relocation assistance and local resources
- Vacation entitlements
- Flexible work arrangements
To learn more about working at the City of Kingston, click here. Submit your online application by 11:59 PM on the job posting closing date. Click the 'APPLY HERE' button to complete your application. Applicants must demonstrate in their submission how they meet the minimum education and experience requirements of the position. Please include any relevant education documents (degrees, diplomas, or certificates) to your profile. Accommodations are available at all stages of the recruitment and selection process to support a barrier-free experience for all candidates in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC) and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require any accommodations, please let us know. For more information, you can contact us at hrcity@cityofkingston.ca. Thank you to everyone who applies. While we value each application, only those advancing in the recruitment process will be contacted. All personal information will be handled in compliance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (MFIPPA). The City of Kingston may utilize artificial intelligence (AI) assisted tools throughout the recruitment process. All final hiring decisions are made by qualified municipal staff. To ensure you don't miss any updates, please check your spam or junk folders for emails from a City of Kingston account.
Our commitment
The City of Kingston acknowledges that we are on the traditional homeland of the Anishinabek, Haudenosaunee, and the Huron-Wendat, and thanks these nations for their care and stewardship over this shared land. Today, the City is committed to working with Indigenous peoples and all residents to pursue a united path of reconciliation. Learn more about the City's reconciliation initiatives.
Relief School Crossing Guard (Up to 6) in Kingston upon Thames employer: City of Kingston
At the City of Kingston, we are dedicated to fostering a vibrant community where safety and inclusivity are paramount. As a Relief School Crossing Guard, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the safety of our children while enjoying a supportive work environment that values collaboration and innovation. With competitive benefits, ongoing training opportunities, and a commitment to employee wellness, you'll find meaningful and rewarding employment that truly makes a difference in the lives of our residents.
