School Crossing Patrol

Typical Salary

To

Typical Hours

16 to 18 term time

early mornings flexibly

How To Become a School Crossing Patrol

You can get into this work by:

applying directly

College / University

Apprenticeship

Apprenticeship are not listed for this job.

Routes into this Career

Routes into this Career are not listed for this job.

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.

Other Routes

Other Routes are not listed for this job.

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
to be able to carry out basic tasks on a computer or hand-held device

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 & Progression

With experience, you could teach and train children and new crossing patrols.

Volunteering Opportunities

Volunteering Opportunities are not listed for this job.

Tips & Information

Further information

You can find details of vacancies in your area from your local council.

Restrictions & Requirements

You'll need to:

pass enhanced background checks

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.