School Crossing Patrol Officer – St Helen's Catholic Junior School
Permanent, Term Time
£13.00 per hour
Location: Brentwood
Working Style: Operational field‑based worker
STOP! Come and support your local community by joining Essex County Council's School Crossing Patrol Team as a School Crossing Patrol Officer at St Helen's Catholic Junior School, Sawyers Hall Lane, Brentwood.
Support schools once in the morning and once in the afternoon, ensuring the safety of all pedestrians crossing the road to and from school and its surrounding locations.
We are looking for a punctual and reliable individual, who is approachable and enjoys engaging with the public.
This position is for 9.55 hours per week approximately, with a holiday pay element included. You will need to be available to work during the 39 weeks of the academic year, for 55 minutes between 08:15 – 09:10 in the morning and 60 minutes between 14:40 – 15:40 in the afternoon approximately, depending on individual site requirements. Uniform, equipment, and training will be provided.
Responsibilities
* Consider the needs of people with disabilities, especially mobility‑impaired people using the crossing point.
* Maintain regular contact with the schools attended by children using the crossing.
* Regularly assess the risks associated with operating at the crossing site, identify problems and report them to the supervisor.
* Assist in the preparation of reports on accidents, 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 request replacements when needed.
* Give clear signals to drivers when stopping traffic and ensure the traffic remains at rest until the road at the crossing point is clear of pedestrians.
Additional Information
To read more about us please visit: Education.
Why Essex?
As one of the largest and most dynamic UK local authorities, Essex offers a stimulating public service environment. Covering over 1,420 square miles and serving 1.8 million residents, we are committed to transformational change and delivering better quality at lower cost. Recognised in the top three of the latest IMPOWER index for productivity, we ensure everyone matters in Everyone's Essex. With flexible working options and a focus on innovation, whether you are looking to develop your career or contribute to the local community, Essex is the ideal place for you.
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For queries on this role or further information, email christine.simmons@essex.gov.uk.
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