We are looking for a friendly and enthusiastic person to be our Road Crossing Patrol Officer. This is a rewarding and highly visible role where you’ll play a key part in promoting road safety and making a positive difference every day.
You will become a friendly face to parents, children and road users as you carry out your duties helping them to cross the road safely, the role of a Road Crossing Patrol is both appreciated and instantly recognised within our local community. You’ll need to demonstrate good traffic awareness, stay alert in all conditions, and show dedication to this important community role.
We are looking for someone to work 5 hours a week during school term time (38 working weeks per year), initially for a 6-month fixed term. The hours are Mon- Fri 8.15am- 8.45am and 3.05pm-3.35pm.
The working hours of a Road Crossing Patrol allow a good work/life balance and often suit people who have other interests or work or life commitments but are looking for that bit of extra income. Some patrols work other occupations between morning and afternoon sessions.
Hunnyhill Ormiston Academy is a two-form entry Primary School for children aged 3 to 11. We are a school situated in the centre of the Island with surrounding forest and farmland with a view of Carisbrooke Castle.
Our vision and values are at the core of everything we do. They underpin our teaching and learning and provide an inclusive school which prepares our pupils to be confident and happy. Our children work hard and are happy to share and talk about their learning.
Our creative curriculum will inspire, motivate and challenge in a supportive environment. We value enquiring minds to enable pupils to use a higher level of thinking.
Why work for Ormiston Academies Trust?
Our vision is to create a school system where every child thrives, regardless of background. Our people are at the heart of our approach – they are our greatest asset.
We exist to provide the best learning opportunities every day, in every school for every child. It is the people and teams in our Trust who make this a reality and ensure we have the greatest impact. If you join us at Ormiston, whatever your role, you can be sure of a role with purpose and meaning.
Ormiston, where every member of staff enjoys…
- The opportunity to build on the legacy of those who came before – being part of one of the longest standing Trusts, created with the sole purpose of enabling children and young people to thrive
- Working for a Trust nationally recognised for its impact on disadvantaged children – a rewarding, stimulating career where staff are challenged to be the best they can be, for the pupils we are proud to serve
- Being part of a team and community where you belong – receiving bespoke and holistic support from a well-resourced and ambitious network of experts and professionals that work at the heart of communities
- A supportive environment to grow your career – an extensive professional development programme, alongside flexible working arrangements and generous benefits
Please see the job description for full details of the role. You are welcome to contact us for an informal chat or to arrange a visit. Please contact Sam Hillier via email: [email protected]
If you want to work with a great team of staff and students, and feel that you have the right skills, please apply before the stated closing date. Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to interview before the closing date and close the vacancy early should a suitable candidate be found.
Hunnyhill Ormiston Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. Ormiston Academies Trust embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Flexible working opportunities will be considered.
All successful appointments will be subject to suitability checks in accordance with KCSIE, including identity, Right to Work, qualifications, online searches, prohibition check, two references and enhanced DBS check including Children’s Barred List.
The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. Guidance on the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975, which provides information about which convictions must be declared during job applications and related exceptions, can be found here: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/new-guidance-on-the-rehabilitation-of-offenders-act-1974
All the academy policies can be found here: https://www.hunnyhillschool.co.uk/policies
