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Are you passionate about making a positive impact in your community? Do you thrive in a dynamic environment where teamwork and innovation are valued? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you! Scottish Borders Council is seeking dedicated individuals to join our team and help us serve our community with excellence.

We Offer:

Competitive salary and benefits package.
“Earn & Learn” by providing training, qualifications, and certifications.
Opportunities for professional development and advancement within the organisation.
A supportive work culture that values diversity, teamwork, and work-life balance.
A chance to make a difference in your community and leave a lasting impact on future generations.

If you're ready to embark on a rewarding career where you can make a meaningful difference every day, we want to hear from you! Join us at Scottish Borders Council and be part of a team that's shaping the future of our community.

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Role Purpose

GRADE: 1F

As a School Crossing Patroller, you will play a vital role in safely guiding children. You'll guide children at specific times and points, while considering other road users.

Council Vision (About Us)

To improve the wellbeing of citizens within the Scottish Borders and making our region a more sustainable and better place to live, work in and to visit.

Responsibilities

Guiding children safely across roads, whilst considering other road users
Using provided uniform and equipment for the safety of yourself, children, and the public
Reporting any problems or difficulties to the Facilities Coordinator responsible for the service operation
Working alongside your team with no supervisory responsibility
Working with your team with no budgetary responsibility

Requirements

Be punctual and responsible
Have knowledge of the highway code
Be able to maintain discipline at the crossing point
Have good interpersonal and communication skills

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Equality Opportunity

Scottish Borders Council is committed to improving the diversity of its workforce to better reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applications from all minority groups and individuals who identify with one or more of the protected characteristics as defined by the Equality Act 2010. In particular from candidates who assess themselves as having a disability, under the Disability Confident Employer scheme this guarantees an interview to those individuals who meet the essential criteria of the post. All appointments will be made on merit.

Please note priority will be given to staff on the deployment/redeployment list who meet the essential criteria of the post.

Please note that applicants who have received early retirement/voluntary severance from Scottish Borders Council will not be considered.

Please note the closing date has been extended until 29th July 2026.

Informal Enquiries

Full Name: David Newman

Email Address: david.newman@scotborders.gov.uk

Scottish Borders Council is committed to improving the diversity of its workforce to better reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applications from all minority groups and individuals who identify with one or more of the protected characteristics as defined by the Equality Act 2010. In particular from candidates who assess themselves as having a disability, under the Disability Confident Employer scheme this guarantees an interview to those individuals who meet the essential criteria of the post. All appointments will be made on merit.

Scottish Borders Council is committed to providing support for Armed Forces Veterans. Showing its commitment to the Armed Forces Covenant, the Council guarantees an interview to veterans who meet the essential criteria of the post. All appointments will be made on merit.

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