School Crossing Patrol

Thurrock Council; Thurrock; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 17,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous annual leave entitlement

Flexible and hybrid working

Ongoing training and development

Employee assistance programme

Staff discounts and local offers

Supportive and inclusive environment

Job summary

Thurrock Council is recruiting a School Crossing Patrol to help children and pedestrians cross roads safely at designated points across Thurrock. The role is 10 hours per week during term-time, with a permanent term-time contract and DBS check required.

Post locations vary across Thurrock, offering flexible and supportive working conditions, with progressive training and wellbeing support. For redeployment, 8th October 2026 is the initial date, and 8th November 2026 for internal and external

Qualifications

• DBS check required (Enhanced with Children's Barred List).
• Term-time only, 10 hours per week.
• Permanent term-time contract with Thurrock Council.

Responsibilities

• Assist children and pedestrians crossing roads at designated points.
• Stop traffic in a safe manner to ensure welfare of road users.
• Maintain visibility and report maintenance or safety concerns.

Skills

Road safety

Public safety

Customer service

Job description

Contract Type: Permanent Term-Time Contract

Working Hours: 10 hours per week (Term-Time Only)

Thurrock Council are currently seeking a School Crossing Patrol to ensure the safety of children and other pedestrians crossing the road at a designated point without detriment to the welfare of other road users by stopping traffic in a safe manner.

The location of the posts are at various sites throughout Thurrock working up to 10 hours per week term time only.

The role is for 10 hours per week/term time only.

DBS Check: Enhanced with Children's Barred List is required for this post

Benefits of Working with Us

• Generous annual leave entitlement
• Flexible and hybrid working opportunities (where applicable)
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Employee assistance programme and wellbeing support
• Staff discounts and local offers
• A supportive and inclusive working environment

Closing Date (Redeployment Only): 8th October 2026

Closing Date (Internal & External): 8th November 2026

Interview Date: To Be Confirmed

Additional Information

If you have any questions about the role or interview process, please contact:

Julie Cooper - Thurrock Road Safety Lead

or on 07801 279184