Purpose of the post
•Ensure that the people of Gwynedd are at the heart of everything we do.
•Ensure that school children mainly and also other members of the public can cross the road safely on designated locations and at designated times.
•Undertake the duties without detriment to other road users’ welfare.
Responsibility for functions
Uniform and Sign
Main duties
•Work in accordance with Council and School Crossing Patrol Service policy which includes Health and Safety arrangements
•Use the official uniform and designated equipment for own safety and the children’s’ and other members of the public’s safety in providing a crossing service and stop traffic.
•Control children who are awaiting instruction to cross the road
•Operate flashing lights if on site
•Record and inform the supervisor of any problems or difficulties
•Responsibility for self-development.
•Ensure compliance with Health and Safety rules in the workplace in accordance with the responsibilities noted in the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 and the Council’s Health and Safety Policy.
•Operate within the Council’s policies in relation to equal opportunities and equality
•Responsible for managing information in accordance with the Council’s information management guidelines. Ensure that personal information is treated in accordance with Data Protection legislation.
•Commitment to reducing the Council’s carbon emissions in accordance with the Carbon Management Plan, and to encourage others to act positively towards reducing the Council’s Carbon Footprint.
•Undertake any other reasonable duty which corresponds to the salary level and responsibility level of the job
•Responsibility to report any worry or suspicion that a child or vulnerable adult is being abused
Special circumstances
•45 minute shifts in the morning and afternoon. Usually 08.20-09:05 in the morning and 14.55-15.40 in the afternoon. These times can vary at individual schools