School Crossing Patrol Officer

Salary range: £11.50 per hour (£21,591 - £22,377 p.a. inc. pro rata)
Contract: Permanent (Term Time only)
Hours of work: 10 hours per week
Location: Outside Mount Stewart Primary School, Mount Stewart Avenue, Kenton, HA3 0JX

Supporting highway for children

Brent is a tremendously vibrant London borough where the iconic arch of Wembley Stadium dominates the skyline. Spanning both inner and outer London, it is a borough of huge contrasts in terms of its economic, environmental, ethnic and social make up. Brent’s diversity is evident to all who visit our borough and our long history of ethnic and cultural diversity has created a place that is truly unique and valued by those who live and work here.

The council is pursuing a far-reaching transformation agenda that better meets the needs of our community so it is an exciting time to join us.

The Post

A school crossing patrol officer is responsible for assisting children to cross the road safely on their way to and from school, this is achieved by standing in the middle of the road and stopping traffic when the children arrive at your crossing point in Mount Stewart Avenue. You will be required to work for 1 hour in the morning and 1 hour in the afternoon during school term time.

The Person

We are looking for someone that is friendly, has great communication skills and enjoys working with children. You must be prepared to work outside in all weathers and prepared to take control of situations that may arise involving drivers and their vehicles. Good timekeeping is critical.

No previous experience or qualifications are required although you must be able to record details of any incidents that may arise.

Closing Date: 17 November 2019 (23:00)

Additional Information

Brent Council values the diversity of its community and aims to have a workforce that reflects this and therefore encourage applications from all sections of the community.

Applications are particularly welcome from people with disabilities and LGBT (lesbian, gay, bi-sexual and transgender) applicants as they are under-represented across the council.

All organisations and individuals who work with children and young people, or are involved in providing services for them have a duty to safeguard and promote their welfare.

We are committed to safer recruitment and safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Before you join Brent Council, you will need to provide your National Insurance (NI) number and undergo a Home Office Standard I.D. check.

All successful applicants will be required to apply for a ‘Enhanced' DBS Disclosure.

Please note CVs will not be considered as part of your application for this position.