School Crossing Patrol Officer
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Position Overview & Specifications
Benefits and More Information:
- https://jobs.southwark.gov.uk/why-us/
- https://jobs.theguardian.com/minisites/southwark-council/life-at-southwark-benefits-and-more/
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.
The role
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 Southwark:
Southwark is a large, ambitious and progressive council with a ‘can do’ attitude and enviable reputation. As a Council, we are successful, passionate and forward-thinking. We are committed to our ‘Fairer Futures for All’ promise which ensures that our residents and businesses are central to everything we do. If you want to make a difference at a local level, apply to Southwark Council today.
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!
Further 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
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.
Job Reference: SC05758
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: National Services & Agencies
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for School Crossing Patrol Officer roles across Southwark Council's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to National Services & Agencies.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £24,771 - £24,771 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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