The Role
Southwark Council currently have vacancies for School Crossing Patrol Officers at multiple locations throughout the borough, to help children and vulnerable adults cross the road. Responsible for crossing children and other pedestrians, in all weather conditions, at authorized crossing locations outside Southwark Schools in accordance with Southwark Council’s and the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents requirements
You will need to be able to work 1 hour in the morning and afternoon during school term time (10 hours per week).
This role requires you to communicate well with both children and adults, whilst demonstrating correct and safe behaviour when crossing the road at all times.
About Us
We are the largest local authority social landlord in London, managing 55,000 homes lived in by 40% of Southwark’s residents. We are home to over 18,300 businesses including iconic London venues and social enterprises and we have a young, diverse and growing population.
At Southwark we are committed to making our borough just and fair and are taking positive action to tackle inequalities. Our residents and communities are our greatest asset and the passion we have for Southwark is shared by millions of Londoners who enjoy our outstanding cultural offer, use our hospitals and attend our universities. Our refreshed borough plan and focus on Southwark Stands Together, (which is our work with Southwark’s communities and the council’s staff to tackle racism, injustice and inequality) underpins all that we do.
About You
- Happy working outdoors in all weather
- Able to work with both adults and children
- Good understanding of road safety
Make a difference at a local level, apply to Southwark Council today!
Additional Information:
- Monday to Friday 08:00 to 09:00 and 15:00 to 16:00 during school term. Total of 10 hours a week).
- The salary displayed will be pro-rata, which means you will only be paid for the hours you work.
- Holiday leave must be taken outside of term-time dates.
- You will be working outdoors in all weathers, standing for the duration of your shift and will need to carry the crossing sign at intervals.
- Full training and a uniform provided.
- The post holder will be expected to do some training during school holidays but would be notified in good time of this.
- Permanent contract
- Enhanced DBS check is required
For a confidential discussion about the role, please contact Emmerson Boyce on emmerson.boyce@southwark.gov.uk
Additional salary details
Benefits and More Information:
- https://jobs.southwark.gov.uk/why-us/
Salary:
£24,771 per annum, pro-rated to £5,970.32 per annum, for 10 hours per week over 45.24 weeks over 12 equal monthly payments.
Recruitment Timetable
Advert Closing Date: Open until filled
Interview Date: two weeks after application acceptance
We are an organisation who is passionate about our people and understands that richness of diversity is a requirement to provide the best possible services to our communities. This is demonstrated through our council-wide ambitious commitment to tackle racial inequality in our communities and workforce through our Southwark Stands Together initiative. We welcome applicants.
Guaranteed Interview Scheme
As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the below criteria:
- Members of the Armed Forces and veterans
- Are currently in care, or have previously been in care
- If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition
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