School Crossing Patrol Officer

Job Description

School Crossing Patrol Officer

As a School Crossing Patrol Officer, you will play a vital role in community safety by ensuring children and other members of the community safely cross the road at a designated point between specified times.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safe crossing for children and community members at the designated point between school opening and closing times.
• Attend the patrol point daily, in all weather conditions, including on short notice if the school is unscheduledly closed.
• Maintain vigilance and good road sense, applying knowledge of the Highway Code and Green Cross Code.
• Assist children in safely crossing the road during designated hours (08 15 and 14 25).
• Report any incidents or safety concerns to appropriate authorities.

Qualifications

• No formal qualifications are required, but previous experience working with children is desirable.
• Ability to cope in all weather conditions.
• Good road sense and knowledge of Highway Code/Green Cross Code.

Hours & Contract

Permanent, part time, term time contract. 7.5 hours per week, 38 weeks per year. Main hours are 08 15 and 14 25.

Location

McLean Primary School, Dunfermline.

Salary & Benefits

£25,604.23 pro rata (annualised pay). The post pays the Scottish Local Government Living Wage of £13.64 per hour, with extra payments for shift work, including weekends.

• Access to training opportunities and qualifications for the job.
• Local and national discounts (supermarkets, restaurants, retail).
• Provision of appropriate uniform.
• Additional benefits as described by the council.

Other Requirements

• Complete an annual Occupational Health Surveillance Questionnaire and attend any Occupational Health assessments as necessary.
• Obtain Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) scheme membership through Disclosure Scotland before confirmation of appointment.
• Attend an induction training day before starting in post.