Post Ref: CC955
Please note: Internal, at risk or redeployee applicants will be seen in the first instance.
Do you want to be part of a service that plays an essential role in your community? Are you available to work during school drop off (am) and pick up times (pm) Monday to Friday during school term time?
Calderdale Council is recruiting School Crossing Patrol Operatives / "lollipop" people to help families safely cross the road on their way to and from school. It is a great way to stay active, meet local people, give back to your community.
No previous experience necessary- Full training and uniform will be provided
- Membership of the local government pension scheme
- Paid all year round, including school holidays (Pro-rata)
We are looking for punctual, reliable, and community minded individuals from all backgrounds and communities to help children and families cross roads safely on their journey to and from school. In this important public safety role, you will support your local community and help children get to school safely.
The ideal candidate will:
Be self-motivated & well organised.- Have the ability to give clear instructions.
- Have the ability to communicate with and range of audiences.
- Be able Following instructions and procedures.
- Be able to work with minimal supervision.
- Have some experience of working with the public.
Reasonable adjustments will be considered, where practicable, to support individuals in carrying out the requirements of the role.
Please see the full role profile and person specification for more details.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff to share this commitment. Applicants to posts that are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act will require a DBS from the Disclosure and Barring Service before the appointment is confirmed.
Closing Date: Monday 31st August 2026
Interview Date: Week commencing 7th September 2026
This role is based in the UK. Home Office guidance states that candidates must evidence their right to work in the UK prior to commencing employment, either as a UK or Irish citizen, under the EU Settlement scheme or having secured any other relevant work visa.
If you do not have the right to work in the UK, you must consider your own eligibility for sponsorship for a particular role through the Skilled Worker visa route before applying. To be eligible for sponsorship you'll usually need to be paid the standard salary rate of at least £41,700 per year (unless exceptions apply) and meet the other eligibility criteria. Ensure you are eligible before applying.
We may utilise digital interview methods.
As part of our Vision https://www.calderdale.gov.uk/vision/ we aim to be a talented, resilient and inclusive community. We welcome applications from all and offer a variety of flexible working / job share opportunities.
All applications are anonymised before being seen by the selection panel.
As part of our fair recruitment process, we ask that all applications are written by the candidate and that Artificial Intelligence (AI) use is limited, unless assistance is required as a reasonable adjustment for a disability. Content should be truthful, accurate, evidence based and not embellished – see guidance.
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