Relief School Crossing Patrol

North Yorkshire Council; Selby; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Salary sacrifice

Employee discounts

Travel loans

Wellbeing support

Job summary

North Yorkshire Council is seeking a relief School Crossing Patrol to ensure the safety of children crossing roads on the way to and from school. The role involves standing outdoors in all weathers, communicating clearly with pupils and drivers, and wearing a provided uniform. DBS check will be required and costs covered by the employer.

Training is provided, with duties notified as required to cover sickness, holidays and ad hoc call-outs at short notice, and there is no guaranteed weekly hours.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication with children and drivers
• Ability to work outdoors in all weathers
• Safe crossing awareness and road safety knowledge

Responsibilities

• Ensure safe road crossing for children and pedestrians during patrol times
• Stop traffic using the official STOP sign
• Conduct pre-duty health and safety checks of the crossing site
• Report hazards, equipment issues, or site concerns to Patrol Officer

Skills

Communication

Public safety

Punctuality

Job description

This is a relief position with no guaranteed hours of work each week. Hours and duties will be notified as required to cover sickness/holiday and additional ad hoc call outs, often at short notice.

The role involves standing and walking outdoors in all weathers. You should have a good understanding of road use and traffic awareness, be punctual and enjoy working with the public.

You will be responsible, reliable and will play an important role in ensuring the safety of children crossing the road on the way to and from school. You will also have the communication skills to deal with young people and drivers clearly and effectively.

Full induction training and a uniform will be provided. This post involves access to vulnerable service users and if you were offered a position, you will be required to undergo an Enhanced Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) background check, the cost of which will be met by the employer.

Your duties will include:

• Ensure safe road crossing for children and pedestrians during patrol times
• Stop traffic using the official ‘STOP’ sign
• Conduct pre-duty health and safety checks of the crossing site
• Report any hazards, equipment issues, or site concerns to the Patrol Officer Wear and maintain approved uniform and equipment

What you will bring

If you are customer focused and have good communication skills, then we would love to hear from you.

New recruits receive full training to ensure they feel confident and fully prepared to carry out this vital role safely and effectively.

What can we offer you?

In addition to your salary, we offer a range of great benefits to help you financially and make life a bit easier. These include:

• a local government pension scheme with 15.1% employer contribution
• salary sacrifice schemes
• employee discount benefits including shopping, supermarkets, gym discounts and more!
• travel loans
• Health Assured – confidential help and support for your wellbeing

Key Documents

Job description

Total rewards | North Yorkshire Council

Key Dates

Closing Date: 3rd November 2026

Interview Date: 12th November 2026