Do you have half an hour to spare in the morning or afternoon? Are you the kind of person who naturally looks out for others and loves working as part of a community?
We are currently looking for a dedicated School Crossing Patrol officer in Knaresborough who wants to make a real difference to their local community.
The Role
Our school crossing patrols keep children and adults safe on their daily school journeys, providing a vital service to the local community.
Your duties will include:
· Ensure safe road crossing for children and pedestrians during patrol times
· Stop traffic using the official ‘STOP’ sign
· Conduct pre-duty health and safety checks of the crossing site
· Report any hazards, equipment issues, or site concerns to the Patrol Officer
· Wear and maintain approved uniform and equipment
What can we offer you?
· Term time only schedule – time off during school holidays
· Short daily hours – typically 30 minutes in the morning and/or afternoon
· Free enhanced DBS check
· Local government pension scheme with generous employer contribution
· Salary sacrifice schemes
· Employee discount benefits including shopping, supermarkets, gym discounts and more
· Health Assured – confidential help and support for your wellbeing
New recruits receive comprehensive training so you can feel confident, prepared, and safe in this vital role.
What you will bring
If you are community minded and have excellent communication skills, we would love to hear from you.
Contact and apply If you would like an informal conversation regarding the role, please contact Sandra Pearson at Sandra Pearson@northyorks.gov.uk
Key Dates:
Closing date: 6 September 2026
Company: North Yorkshire Council
Salary: £13.28 - £13.47 per hour
Location: Knaresborough, North Yorkshire
Sector: Education
Sector: Schools
Job Role: Officer