SRCE - 2026-2027 - Casual Lunch & Bus Grounds Supervisor (All Schools)

Job summary

The supervisor is responsible for monitoring students during non-instructional times such as recess, lunch breaks, and before school. They must ensure a safe, equitable, and inclusive environment while supporting student well-being.

Job details

The Strait Regional Centre for Education invites applications from qualified candidates for the posted vacancy. These positions are for the 2026-2027 school year across the SRCE boundary. As part of the public education system in Nova Scotia, the Strait Regional Centre for Education (SRCE) was established on April 1, 2018, to deliver the public school program focusing on supporting student learning, achievement, well-being and overall success. The Strait Regional Centre for Education, with the support of approximately 1,166 employees, works diligently to achieve its mission “to empower our children and youth, within safe, equitable and inclusive environments to embrace a changing world as responsible, contributing and successful lifelong learners.” In 2025-2026, the SRCE operates 20 schools with approximately 5,948 students; and approximately 375 children are attending pre-primary programs at 14 school locations. Located in the northeastern part of Nova Scotia, the Strait Regional Centre for Education’s jurisdiction encompasses the counties of Antigonish, Guysborough, Inverness and Richmond, an area of approximately 11,000 square kilometres with a population of 53,742 (Census 2021). This position falls within the CUPE Local 955 job classification. Salary and Benefits information for this position can be accessed by clicking this link CUPE Local 955 Collective Agreement April 1 2024 to March 31 2026 Effective Dates: 09/03/2026 This position may be responsible for supervising students during non instructional times such as before school, during recess and lunch breaks. Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent Good health to provide personal and physical care to students and children Strong interpersonal and communication skills Current certification in CPR and First Aid (or willing to obtain) Must comply with SRCE policies and procedures; Experience working with youth or children in a professional or volunteer capacity; A demonstrated ability to work cooperatively, in an active, child centred environment; Desirable Qualifications: Current certification in Non-violent Crisis Intervention; Experience and demonstrated ability in managing children or youth with exceptional needs; Knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices; Training or experience in working with diverse developmental needs; Training or experience in managing the behavior of students and children. The SRCE invites applications for the above noted position as we work together to create success for all students in our region. Our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative, at all job levels, of the students we serve. The Centre for Education welcomes applications from Indigenous People, African Canadian and Other Racially Visible Persons, Members of the 2SLGBTQI++ Community, Persons with Disabilities and Women in occupations or positions where they are under-represented. If you are a member of one of these equity groups, we encourage you to apply and self-identify on your application. Applicants with disabilities who require assistance during the application process may contact our HR Department (hr.clerical@srce.ca), to request reasonable accommodations. Your application must include at least three (3) work-related references; one must be your most recent supervisor. The Strait Regional Centre for Education appreciates your expression of interest for employment. Please note that only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. All candidates short listed for interviews will have references checked prior to being interviewed. Candidates can check on the status of their applications in Successfactors under My Applications. All employees of the Strait Regional Centre for Education must provide a current (within the last months), and clear Criminal Record Check-Vulnerable Sector and Child Abuse Registry prior to employment with the Strait Regional Centre for Education

What you’ll do

The supervisor is responsible for monitoring students during non-instructional times such as recess, lunch breaks, and before school. They must ensure a safe, equitable, and inclusive environment while supporting student well-being.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a high school diploma or equivalent and possess strong interpersonal and communication skills. Current certification in CPR and First Aid is required, along with the ability to pass a criminal record and child abuse registry check.

Listed skills

• First Aid · Preferred
• crisis intervention · Preferred
• CPR · Preferred
• interpersonal skills · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Student supervision
• Communication
• Interpersonal skills
• First aid
• CPR
• Behavior management
• Child development
• Crisis intervention
• Behavior Management
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification
• First Aid Certification
• Child Development
• Crisis Intervention
• Interpersonal Communications

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