At a Glance
- Tasks: Ensure the safety of school children crossing the road with a friendly and assertive approach.
- Company: Join Hammersmith and Fulham Council, dedicated to community safety and engagement.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible working options, continuous learning opportunities, and a comprehensive reward package.
- Other info: Perfect for students looking for part-time work with a positive impact.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in your community while gaining valuable experience.
- Qualifications: No prior experience needed; just bring good communication skills and a commitment to safety.
The predicted salary is between 8396 - 8396 £ per year.
- Job Details
- Salary: £30,225 pro rata, per annum (£8,396 per annum)
- Work location: Hammersmith & Fulham Civic Campus, 1 Unity Square, W6 9JU
- Hours per week: 10
- Contract type: Permanent
- Vetting requirements: Enhanced DBS Check
- Closing date: 31 July 2026
- Contact details: Christiaan Uys, Principal Traffic Orders Officer, email: CHRISTIAAN. UYS@LBHF. GOV. UK
About The Role
- Hammersmith and Fulham Councils key priorities as set out in the H&F Vision are:
- Building shared prosperity
- Doing things with residents, not to them
- Taking pride in H&F
- Creating a compassionate council
- Being ruthlessly financially efficient
- Rising to the challenge of the climate and ecological emergency
The Place Department is looking for a School Crossing Patroller to join the Parking service, playing a crucial role in ensuring the safety of pedestrians traveling to and from school and being an integral part of the local community.
Responsibilities
- Use a school crossing patrol sign (lollipop) to give clear signals to drivers, ensuring pedestrians cross the road safely.
- Control children waiting to cross the road and take appropriate actions to prevent traffic accidents.
- Assess vehicle speed, road junctions, and adverse weather conditions to determine the safest crossing times.
- Monitor traffic flow and report any problems or incidents to the Parking Policy Manager and, where necessary, to the Head Teacher.
- Adhere to training provided and maintain a friendly, clear, and assertive communication style with pedestrians and drivers.
- Stand and walk for set periods, maintaining physical fitness and alertness at all times.
Qualifications
- Basic knowledge of road safety, including how vehicle speed and distance can change with road conditions and weather.
- Good verbal communication skills and the ability to address children and adults calmly and effectively.
- Physical fitness and alertness, capable of standing and walking for set periods.
- Reliability, punctuality, and an assertive yet friendly approach to ensuring safety.
- Training will be provided; no prior experience is required.
Benefits
- Comprehensive total reward package as part of the H&F payroll.
- Flexible working options available upon request.
- Opportunities for continuous learning and community engagement.
- Equal Opportunities
We do not apply conditions or requirements that could adversely affect any group.
All sections of the population have equitable access to jobs.
No applicant or employee will receive less favourable treatment because of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, unless a Genuine Occupational Qualification (GOQ) applies.
We are a Disability Confident Employer – committed to ensuring that our recruitment and selection process is inclusive and accessible.
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Contact Details:
Hammersmith & Fulham Council Recruitment Team
