School Crossing Patrol Officer

Job Title: School Crossing Patrol Officer
Location: Harrow
Employer: Pertemps Recruitment Partnership for London Borough of Harrow
Contract Type: Temporary Assignment
Hours of Work: Monday to Friday 08:15 am - 10:15 am and 2:45 pm - 3:45 pm

Overview of a School Crossing Patrol Officer:
Pertemps have an exciting opportunity within London Borough of Harrow for a self-driven and motivated School Crossing Patrol Officer to join an expanding team. The role of a School Crossing Patrol Officer has a competitive pay rate of £14.25 per hour, increasing in line with London Borough of Harrow Pay Scale increments. Other benefits include, accruing up to 28 days holiday per year (including Bank Holidays) and the opportunity to apply for any internal permanent roles within London Borough of Harrow.

The Main Purpose:

• Help children and adults cross the road safely at designated points, using a school crossing patrol sign (lollipop) to signal drivers to stop
• Use and report any faults in the hazard lights at or near crossings
• Report any vehicles that disobey the patrol to the supervisor or police and complete paperwork on any accidents or incidents
• Maintain control over children waiting to cross the road, ensuring they follow instructions
• Follow all relevant health and safety procedures and use provided uniform and equipment for safety
• Attend in-service training days and occupational health assessments as required
• This role requires good communication skills, patience, and the ability to remain calm under pressure. It also involves working outdoors in all weather conditions

Requirements:

• There are no specific educational qualifications needed, but good communication skills and experience working with children and adults are beneficial
• The role requires standing outside for long periods in all weather conditions, so physical stamina is important
• A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check is required to ensure the safety of children
• On-the-job training is provided, including how to use their crossing patrol sign and manage traffic
• Patience, the ability to remain calm under pressure, and excellent timekeeping are essential

If you have the necessary skills and experience for this role, please click 'apply'

About Us:
For almost 60 years, Pertemps Recruitment Partnership has been the market leader in providing permanent and temporary staffing solutions and we are one of the most established players within the recruitment industry. The Sunday Times has listed us as one of the Best 100 Companies to work for 14 years running. We are not a big scary faceless company, quite the opposite: we strongly believe in the personal touch with everything we do. We are proud to be an accredited 'investor in people' which is reflected across our business in the length of service and career progression of our employees.
London Borough of Harrow is the 12th largest London borough and one of the most culturally diverse local authorities in the UK, making it a great place to live, work and visit. Located 10 miles from the city centre and just 13 minutes to Euston from Harrow & Wealdstone station there are great transport links via the Metropolitan Line, Watford DC Line and national rail service. It is easily accessible to the M1, M25 and A406.

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