School crossing patrol

Entry Requirements:

You can get into this work by:

• applying directly

Entry requirements:

Entry requirements:

Entry requirements:

DirectApplication

You would usually apply directly to vacancies advertised by local authorities.

There are no set entry qualifications but good communication skills and experience of working with adults and children will be helpful.

You must be able to record details of any incidents as they happen and have excellent timekeeping.

Required Skills:

Digital skills : to be able to carry out basic tasks on a computer or hand-held device

Skills:

• patience and the ability to remain calm in stressful situations
• the ability to work well with others
• the ability to work on your own
• sensitivity and understanding
• the ability to accept criticism and work well under pressure
• excellent verbal communication skills
• knowledge of public safety and security
• thinking and reasoning skills
• customer service skills
• concentration skills
• active listening skills
• knowledge of English language
• the ability to monitor your own performance and that of your colleagues
• the ability to understand people’s reactions
• a desire to help people
• the ability to think clearly using logic and reasoning
• the ability to work well with your hands
• physical fitness and endurance
• knowledge of psychology
• physical skills like movement, coordination, dexterity and grace

What you'll do:

School crossing patrols help children and adults cross the road safely on their way to and from school.

On a typical day you could:

• use a school crossing patrol sign (lollipop) to give clear signals to drivers and pedestrians
• help children and adults to cross the road safely
• control children who are waiting to cross the road
• operate the hazard lights at or near crossings and report any faults
• report to your supervisor or the police when vehicles disobey the patrol
• complete paperwork on accidents or incidents that happen on duty
• attend court as a witness to incidents

Location : You could work at a school or on the streets.
Environment : Your working environment may be outdoors in all weathers.
Uniform : You may need to wear a uniform.

Salary:

Starter : variable
Experienced : variable

These figures are a guide

Working hours:

16 - 18 hours term time

Working Pattern is early mornings flexibly

Career Path:

With experience, you could teach and train children and new crossing patrols.