School Crossing Patroller -St Matthew's Primary - EAD09740 in Bishopbriggs

School Crossing Patroller -St Matthew's Primary - EAD09740 in Bishopbriggs

Bishopbriggs Full-Time 20000 - 25000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
East Dunbartonshire Council

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Ensure the safe passage of children to and from school as a School Crossing Patroller.
  • Company: Join East Dunbartonshire Council, committed to a friendly and inclusive work environment.
  • Benefits: Gain valuable experience working with children and develop essential road safety skills.
  • Other info: Membership of the Protection of Vulnerable Groups Scheme is required.
  • Why this job: Make a real difference in your community while enjoying flexible hours.
  • Qualifications: No formal qualifications needed; just a good road sense and love for working with kids.

The predicted salary is between 20000 - 25000 £ per year.

We have an excellent opportunity for the position of School Crossing Patroller. As a School Crossing Patrol, you will operate a School Crossing Patrol site in a safe and appropriate manner at arranged times of duty, to ensure the safe passage of children to and from school.

No formal qualifications are necessary, but the ability to cope in all weather conditions, a good road sense, knowledge of the Highway Code/Green Cross Code, and previous experience of working with children would be desirable.

Membership of the Protection of Vulnerable Groups Scheme will be essential on taking up appointment. Please note successful candidates for the above position will be required to pay for their PVG Membership/or Scheme Checks.

The following criteria applies to all roles within East Dunbartonshire Council where PVG/Disclosure checks are essential criteria. Where the post you are applying for is considered a Regulated Role under the Disclosure (Scotland) Act 2020, successful candidates will be required to join the PVG Scheme, or undergo a PVG Scheme Update check, prior to confirmation of employment being made by East Dunbartonshire Council.

Successful candidates who withdraw their application after the check process has started will be invoiced for the cost of the check. In specific circumstances, the payment could be deducted in instalments from an employee’s wages following commencement of employment. Approval in such circumstances will be made by the HR & OD Manager. Should an employee leave in advance of the payment being deducted, the full amount will be deducted from the employee’s final salary.

The criteria outlined above will apply to existing employees of East Dunbartonshire Council who apply for roles for which a PVG/Disclosure check is required.

Charter of Commitment

The commitment by East Dunbartonshire Council to job applicants is as follows:

  • Individuals will be treated in a polite, friendly and welcoming manner.
  • Equalities monitoring will be conducted to ensure a fair and equitable process with screening being carried out to anonymise sensitive information such as age, gender and disability.
  • The information that we receive will be treated in confidence and with discretion.
  • Only the relevant HR representative/team and the relevant service will see the application form.
  • We will encourage and welcome applications from applicants under the disability symbol. Where the essential criteria are met an interview will be offered to those applying under the disability symbol.
  • We will be pleased to make any reasonable adjustments to ensure accessibility at the interview.
  • We will advise you within reasonable time after the closing date if you have not met the interview criteria (normally within 4 weeks).
  • We will advise you of meeting the criteria for interview normally within 3 weeks.
  • We will advise you if you have been successful or unsuccessful at the interview stage as soon as practically possible.

Website: East Dunbartonshire Council

School Crossing Patroller -St Matthew's Primary - EAD09740 in Bishopbriggs employer: East Dunbartonshire Council

East Dunbartonshire Council is an excellent employer that prioritises the safety and well-being of its community, particularly children. With a commitment to inclusivity and support for employee growth, the council fosters a friendly and welcoming work culture, ensuring that all staff are treated with respect and fairness. Working as a School Crossing Patroller not only offers the chance to make a meaningful impact in the lives of local families but also provides opportunities for personal development within a supportive environment.

East Dunbartonshire Council

Contact Details:

East Dunbartonshire Council Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace School Crossing Patroller -St Matthew's Primary - EAD09740 in Bishopbriggs

Road Safety Awareness
Knowledge of the Highway Code
Knowledge of the Green Cross Code
Ability to Work in All Weather Conditions
Experience Working with Children
Communication Skills
Attention to Detail