Job Introduction
We are looking for a School Crossing Patrol to ensure the safety of children, and other pedestrians, crossing the road at a designated point between specified times. The discharge of these duties must not be to the detriment of the welfare of other road users.
To carry out the Council’s policy with regard to the SCP Service which includes Health and Safety Procedures.
To use all uniform and equipment provided for the safety of yourself, children and all other members of the public, especially when stopping traffic on the Highway.
Maintain control over children who are awaiting your instructions to cross. When children need to cross the road, the post holder will walk to the middle of the road, wait for a gap in traffic and then escort the children across the road.
Report any problems or difficulties to the Manager of the SCP Service.
The post holder will report any concerns regarding children’s behaviour to the appropriate person.
The post holder may be required to write a report about any incidents.
The post holder will be required to use a stop sign.
The post holder will be required to communicate with members of the public, and may be exposed to verbal abuse from parents and members of the public.
There is a need for concentrated sensory attention in short periods
The post holder will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check.
If you would like to have an informal discussion with the recruiting manager please call Leanne Adams on 01634 331743.
Important Information-
- Applicants must be able to demonstrate all criteria at level A which are essential for appointment to the role.
- Medway Council is not able to provide a Certificate of Sponsorship, so candidates must already possess the right to work in the UK.
- For further information, and for details of the benefits of working for Medway Council, please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view online.
- Please be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted. All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email.
- We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.
Please visit http://www.mindfulemployer.net/ for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support.
