School Crossing Patroller
| Posting date: | 07 January 2026 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 31 January 2026 |
| Location: | Manchester, Greater Manchester |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Manchester City Council |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 7377 |
Summary
About The Role
Working Hours: 1 hour in the morning, 1 hour in the afternoon each week (Set times to correspond with school start and finish times). 10 hours a week, 38 weeks a year. Actual salary is paid as a pro rata amount.
Contract Type: Part time / Permanent
Closing Date: 31/01/2026
Closing Time: 11.59pm
Interview Method: In Person (Face to Face)
**Previous unsuccessful applicants need not apply**
This role is subject to -
Proof of Manchester Residency– to check if you fall under the Manchester City Council boundary please visit - https://www.gov.uk/find-local-council
DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) clearance - this post is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (amended in 2013). Appointable candidates will be required to apply for an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Information provided by you or the DBS will be dealt with in a confidential manner and in accordance with the DBS Code of Practice which can be viewed here. We have a policy on the Employment of Ex-Offenders and it is available upon request.
Pre-Employment Medical Check
Do you want to be part of a service that plays an essential role in your community? Are you available to work 8.15 am to 9.15 am and 3.00 pm to 4.00 pm, Monday to Friday during school term time? Manchester City Council is hiring "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 and support Manchester's pledge to be a child friendly city.
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)
About the Candidate
We are looking for reliable, community minded people to support children and families safely cross busy roads on their way to and from school. You will need to be fit and mobile, have good communication and problem solving skills and be available to work 8.15 am to 9.15 am and 3.00 pm to 4.00 pm, Monday to Friday during school term time.
If you live in Manchester and are a "people person" who can turn up for people come rain or shine, we want to hear from you!
Please see the full role profile for more details.
Working Hours: 1 hour in the morning, 1 hour in the afternoon each week (Set times to correspond with school start and finish times). 10 hours a week, 38 weeks a year. Actual salary is paid as a pro rata amount.
Contract Type: Part time / Permanent
Closing Date: 31/01/2026
Closing Time: 11.59pm
Interview Method: In Person (Face to Face)
**Previous unsuccessful applicants need not apply**
This role is subject to -
Proof of Manchester Residency– to check if you fall under the Manchester City Council boundary please visit - https://www.gov.uk/find-local-council
DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) clearance - this post is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (amended in 2013). Appointable candidates will be required to apply for an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Information provided by you or the DBS will be dealt with in a confidential manner and in accordance with the DBS Code of Practice which can be viewed here. We have a policy on the Employment of Ex-Offenders and it is available upon request.
Pre-Employment Medical Check
Do you want to be part of a service that plays an essential role in your community? Are you available to work 8.15 am to 9.15 am and 3.00 pm to 4.00 pm, Monday to Friday during school term time? Manchester City Council is hiring "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 and support Manchester's pledge to be a child friendly city.
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)
About the Candidate
We are looking for reliable, community minded people to support children and families safely cross busy roads on their way to and from school. You will need to be fit and mobile, have good communication and problem solving skills and be available to work 8.15 am to 9.15 am and 3.00 pm to 4.00 pm, Monday to Friday during school term time.
If you live in Manchester and are a "people person" who can turn up for people come rain or shine, we want to hear from you!
Please see the full role profile for more details.
Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme
Disability Confident
About Disability Confident
A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to Disability Confident.