You would usually apply directly to vacancies advertised by local authorities.
There are no set entry qualifications but good communication skills and experience of working with adults and children will be helpful.
School crossing patrol
Alternative titles for this job include Lollipop person
School crossing patrols help children and adults cross the road safely on their way to and from school.
Average salary (a year)
Variable
Typical hours (a week)
16 to 18 term time
You could work
early mornings flexibly
How to become a school crossing patrol
You can get into this work by:
- applying directly
Direct application
More information
Further information
You can find details of vacancies in your area from your local council.
What it takes
Skills and knowledge
You'll need:
- patience and the ability to remain calm in stressful situations
- the ability to work well with others
- the ability to work on your own
- sensitivity and understanding
- the ability to accept criticism and work well under pressure
- excellent verbal communication skills
- knowledge of public safety and security
- thinking and reasoning skills
- being able to use a computer terminal or hand-held device may be beneficial for this job.
Restrictions and requirements
You'll need to:
Employers will expect you to work without supervision.
You’ll need to have some physical stamina, as you'll be standing outside for long periods in all types of weather.
You may have to complete a medical questionnaire and take an eyesight test as part of the recruitment process.
What you'll do
Day-to-day tasks
Your day-to-day tasks may include:
- deciding when it's safe to stop traffic
- using a school crossing patrol sign (lollipop) to give clear signals to drivers and pedestrians
- helping children and adults to cross the road safely
- controlling children who are waiting to cross the road
- operating the hazard lights at or near crossings and reporting any faults
- reporting to your supervisor or the police when vehicles disobey the patrol
- completing paperwork on accidents or incidents that happen on duty
- attending court as a witness to incidents
Working environment
You could work at a school or on the streets.
Your working environment may be outdoors in all weathers.
You may need to wear a uniform.
Career path and progression
With experience, you could teach and train children and new crossing patrols.
Training opportunities
Apprenticeships In England
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Courses In England
Careers in Social and Community Work Access to Higher Education Diploma Level 3
- Provider: MANCHESTER COLLEGE (THE)
- Start date: 04 September 2019
- Location: Manchester
Certificate in Skills for Further Study in Social and Community Work
- Provider: Milton Keynes College
- Start date: 11 September 2019
- Location: Milton Keynes
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