Crossing Patrol Guards
A Crossing Patrol Guard is a vehicle traffic manager normally stationed on busy roadways to aid pedestrians or manage the movement of vehicles. They are often employed to assist around schools, events, or construction work.
About this Career
Average Salary
£3,324New workers start at around £432. Normal pay is £3,324 per year. Highly experienced workers can earn up to £6,329
Annual Openings
110Job counts include both employed and self-employed persons in London, and do not distinguish between full and part-time jobs
Daily Tasks
- Directs children to cross the road when safe.
- Signals approaching traffic to stop by using hand signals and school crossing signs.
- Waits for a safe gap in traffic and walks to the centre of road.
- Meets children wanting to cross the road and directs them to wait at the kerb.
- Assists young children with feeding, dressing, washing and toiletry activities.
- Cares for sick children and administers first aid if necessary.
- Supervises the playground activities of children during meal and break times.
Skills Employers are looking for
| Skills | Importance |
|---|---|
| Learning Strategies | 32% |
| Critical Thinking | 30% |
| Reading Comprehension | 29% |
| Monitoring | 29% |
| Writing | 28% |
| Active Listening | 27% |
| Speaking | 27% |
| Active Learning | 25% |
| Mathematics | 14% |
| Science | 8% |