School Crossing Patrol - Perryfields Infant and Junior

Essex County Council; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking local authority as a School Crossing Patrol Officer in Chelmsford. This part-time role offers the chance to support your community by ensuring the safety of children crossing the road. With flexible working hours during the academic year, you will engage with the public, assess risks, and maintain a safe environment for pedestrians. This position not only provides a fulfilling opportunity to make a difference but also includes uniform and training. Become a vital part of a team dedicated to community safety and well-being.

Benefits

Uniform provided

Training provided

Holiday pay included

Qualifications

• Must be available during the 39-week academic year.
• Experience in engaging with the public is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the safety of pedestrians crossing the road.
• Assess risks at the crossing site and report issues.
• Give clear signals to drivers to stop traffic.

Skills

Punctuality

Reliability

Public Engagement

Job description

School Crossing Patrol - Perryfields Infant and Perryfields Junior

Permanent, Part Time

£13.00 per hour

Location: Chelmsford

Working Style: Community-based worker

Support your local community by joining Essex County Council's School Crossing Patrol Team as a School Crossing Patrol Officer at Perryfields County Infant School, Lawn Lane, Chelmsford CM1 7PP.

This role involves supporting schools once in the morning and once in the afternoon, ensuring the safety of pedestrians crossing the road to and from the school and surrounding areas.

We seek a punctual, reliable, approachable individual who enjoys engaging with the public.

The position is approximately 7.5 hours per week, with holiday pay included. You must be available during the 39-week academic year, working about 45 minutes in the morning (08:00 - 09:00) and 45 minutes in the afternoon (14:45 - 15:45), depending on site needs. Uniform, equipment, and training will be provided.

Responsibilities include:

• Considering the needs of people with disabilities, especially mobility-impaired pedestrians.
• Maintaining regular contact with the schools served by the crossing.
• Assessing risks at the crossing site and reporting issues to the supervisor.
• Assisting in preparing reports on incidents such as accidents or failure to stop.
• Maintaining the condition of uniform and equipment, requesting replacements when necessary.
• Giving clear signals to drivers to stop traffic and ensuring the road is clear of pedestrians before crossing.

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Why Essex?

As one of the UK's largest local authorities, Essex offers a dynamic public service environment. Covering over 1,420 square miles and serving 1.8 million residents, we are committed to transformational change and delivering quality services efficiently. Recognized for productivity, we value everyone in 'Everyone's Essex.' We offer flexible working options and focus on innovation, making Essex an excellent place to develop your career or contribute to the community.

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