School Crossing Patrol Officer

Overview

School Crossing Patrol Officer – role within the Safer Travel team. This role has a 10-hour working week: 1 hour at the school drop off and 1 hour at school pick up, with times varying by school. You will work 5 days per week during school term times. The role pays an hourly salary of 12.42, equivalent to 6,478.33 per annum for 10 hours per week.

• Sandcross School, Sandcross Lane, Reigate RH2 8HH
• Hamsey Green Primary, Tithepit Shaw Lane, Warlingham CR6 9AQ

• Term time only - 39.2 weeks a year
• An extensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing
• Up to 5 days of carer’s leave per year
• Paternity, adoption and dependents leave
• A generous local government salary related pension
• Lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, shopping and many more
• 2 paid volunteering days per year

As a School Crossing Patrol Officer, you will be part of the wider Road Safety and Schools Sustainable Travel team, which cover all areas of Road Safety and Sustainable initiatives to schools. The School Crossing Patrol service is overseen by the county council’s Safer Travel Team who ensure that school crossing patrol officers are recruited, trained and appropriately supervised, that adequate records are kept, and that potential sites are risk assessed to ensure that they are appropriate and safe.

We are always looking for people to join the team.

To manage the crossing points, our School Crossing Patrol Officers require a combination of professional skills to manage the traffic, and personal skills to deal with children, drivers, parents and teachers. Our staff are dedicated, valued members of their community. No matter what the weather they represent one of the friendliest faces in public service.

• Safely escort children and other pedestrians across roads, ensuring they adhere to traffic signals and follow safety protocols
• Monitor traffic flow and judge appropriate gaps for safe crossings
• Instruct children on road safety rules and procedures
• Maintain awareness of surroundings and potential hazards, such as distracted drivers or adverse weather conditions
• Communicate effectively with children, parents, school staff, and motorists
• Be punctual and reliable

To apply, please send your CV and completed application form via email or click apply below to upload your CV and application form.

If you require any assistance completing your application, or for an informal discussion, please call Sarah Akerman or Cheryl Mason for help. Please contact us with any questions relating to the role.

This is a rolling advert; applications will be shortlisted on an ongoing basis. We look forward to receiving your application.

Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to new unitary councils in April 2027. Your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of these new councils, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities.

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We are a disability confident employer which means if you have disclosed a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview. Your skills and experience matter to us. From application to your first day, we’re committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, and we warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs.

Surrey County Council
• Reigate, UK
• Permanent

Published on 12 Jan 2026