An exciting opportunity has arisen for a School Streets Steward to join our experienced team at Upton Junior School, part of Hamwic Education Trust (HET).
HET is a large, fast-paced Trust with currently 37 academies across the South Coast. Linked to 6 community-based partnerships, there are 34 primary academies, 2 secondary and 1 hospital school.
We are seeking to recruit a highly motivated and experienced individual to monitor and maintain the temporary restrictions on motorised traffic in a designated zone during school drop-off and pick up times. If you are ready for a new challenge and enjoy working with an organisation where no day will be the same, then please apply.
'All about the Child'
At HET, we aim to put the child at the centre of everything we do. We believe that by doing this, it drives our ethos and values to do the best we can for our children.
'What about Sam'
Sam is the name we have given to the notional Hamwic child. By asking ourselves 'What about Sam?' we ensure that we put our pupils at the heart of our decision making.
Job/person summary:
* managing traffic flow around the designated zone including:
* managing a closure point
* managing vehicle access
* walking authorised traffic through the restricted zone
* communicating with the public, what is happening, recommending diversion routes, directing to parking spaces and waiting times
* collecting and setting up an appropriate barrier in line with agreed practices
* ensuring temporary timings are strictly adhered to
* ensuring the health and safety of road users within the zone
* ensuring the road is promptly cleared and safe to use for the designated zone reopening time
* supporting key messages and positively contributing towards raising the profile of the School Streets
Working Conditions
* lone working
* PPE wearer – high vis
* direct supervision of children
* outdoor work
Experience
* no previous experience as a steward required
* experience engaging with adults and children from a diverse range of backgrounds
* experience in conducting conversations professionally and able to explain instructions clearly
* experience of effectively undertaking set processes and procedures
Knowledge
* understanding of roads and road users
* awareness of how different weather conditions affect road users and vehicles
* knowledge of road safety
* knowledge of the local area
Qualities
* positive attitude
* excellent listening and verbal communication skills
* ability to deal in a calm manner with a variety of people
* reliable and trustworthy
* ability to record information accurately and efficiently
* punctual