Term-Time School Crossing Patrol: Safe Pedestrian Journeys

Essex County Council; Ivy Chimneys; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Essex County Council is inviting applications for a School Crossing Patrol Officer at Ivy Chimneys Primary School in Epping. This permanent, term-time role involves two crossings sessions daily, totaling around 7.5 hours per week, with duties to help children and pedestrians cross safely.

The post pays £13.46 per hour and includes uniform, equipment and training. You will work mornings and afternoons during the school term, and restoration of duties is aligned with site requirements.

Qualifications

• Punctual and reliable individual who is approachable and enjoys engaging with the public.
• Available to work 45 minutes in the morning and 45 minutes in the afternoon, 39 weeks of the academic year.
• Uniform, equipment and training provided.

Responsibilities

• Have regard for the needs of people with disabilities wishing to use the crossing.
• Maintain regular contact with the schools attended by children using the crossing.
• Regularly assess the risks associated with operating at the crossing site and report problems and defects to supervisor.
• Assist in the preparation of reports on accidents and failure to stop incidents and other incidents occurring at the crossing site.
• Ensure that all uniform and equipment provided is maintained in good condition and replacements requested when needed.
• Give clear signals to drivers when stopping traffic and ensuring that the traffic remains at rest until the road at the crossing point is clear of pedestrians.

Job description

Essex County Council is inviting applications for a School Crossing Patrol Officer at Ivy Chimneys Primary School in Epping. This permanent, term-time role involves two crossings sessions daily, totaling around 7.5 hours per week, with duties to help children and pedestrians cross safely.

The post pays £13.46 per hour and includes uniform, equipment and training. You will work mornings and afternoons during the school term, and restoration of duties is aligned with site requirements.