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• School Crossing Patrol Vacancy at Darrenlas Primary School

  Wed 12 Jul 2023

  Job title : School Crossing Patrol

  Job reference : REQ000157

  Application closing date : 19/07/2023
  Location :
  Salary : *GBP*10.79 per hour
  Job category/type : Traffic, Highways and Road Safety

  Job description :

  Road Safety Unit

                                  

  We have a number of vacancies throughout Rhondda Cynon Taf for permanent, part-time School Crossing Patrols. Being a School Crossing Patrol is very rewarding, enabling you to provide an invaluable service to your community. The hours are part-time, term time only with the working hours varying dependent on the location. 

   

  We are looking for individuals who want to help and who has a genuine interest in the safety of children and adults on their journeys to and from school. Our School Crossing Patrols are punctual, trustworthy, honest and dedicated men and women who are valued members of their community, who, no matter what the weather, represent one of the friendliest faces in public service, being polite and courteous at all times.

   

  Common and practical sense is important for a School Crossing Patrol. Applicants should have knowledge of road safety, and an understanding of the current Highway Code. The ability to judge vehicles speed and distance of oncoming traffic and appreciation of vehicle stopping distances in all weathers is also necessary.

   

  You will need the ability to communicate with children and adults to ensure that they are safe whilst they are crossing. The Road Safety Unit will ensure that you are provided with the correct training, uniform and equipment to carry out your duties.

  
  This post will require candidates to have satisfactory post offer clearances and will be subject to regular health assessments for factors intrinsic to this post. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check (formerly CRB).

   

  If you are interested in becoming a School Crossing Patrol or would like further information about the current vacancies, please ring the Rachel Evans on 07385401983.     

    

  Current Vacancies:

  Darranlas Primary, Mountain Ash - 6.15 hours per week

  Penyrenglyn Primary, Treherbert - 7.30 hours per week

  YGG Garth Olwg, Church Village  - 7.30 hours per week

   

  Protecting children and vulnerable adults is a core responsibility of all staff appointed to the Council.

   

  In addition to this safeguarding responsibility, the successful applicant for this role will also be subject to an enhanced disclosure and barring service check.

   

  The Council values diversity in its workforce. We are committed to ensuring that no unlawful discrimination occurs in the recruitment and selection process on the grounds of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, transgender, including those with non-binary identities, religion or belief or pregnancy and maternity. We offer a number of staff networks for employees including the Allies Network, a Disability and Carers Network and Perthyn our LGBTQ+ Network.

   

  An application submitted for this post in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application made in English.

   

  In view of the large number of Application Forms which are currently being submitted individual applications are not acknowledged. Consequently if you do not hear from us within four weeks of the closing date, please assume that your application is unsuccessful on this occasion. In which case you are thanked for the interest you have shown in applying for a position within the Council.

   

  In support of the Council’s voluntary pledge to support the Armed Forces, the recruiter must always be prepared to ensure that applicants who have identified themselves as members of the Armed Forces including Service Leavers, Veterans or Reservists and who meet the essential criteria of the person specification, are offered an interview.

   

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• Holiday Free School Meal Provision

  Fri 07 Jul 2023
  Holiday provision for learners who are eligible for free school meals was introduced in response to the COVID-19 pandemic as a form of time-limited support to help families. While there have been several temporary continuations of the scheme, Welsh Government have confirmed on 28^th June 2023 that despite fully exploring options for funding a further extension, it has not been possible due to funding constraints.  The most recent extension to the end of May half term is the last. There will be no further extension to cover the summer holiday period or beyond.

   

  Useful resources: -

   

  Get help with the cost of living | GOV.WALES - This page is regularly updated and provides information on possible sources of financial support, including our Discretionary Assistance Fund for people experiencing extreme financial pressures.

   

  Here to help with the cost of living | GOV.WALES - This campaign seeks to encourage people to contact Advicelink Cymru - Citizens Advice for free impartial advice on maximising their incomes, including accessing any financial support.

   

  Families might also be interested in the School Holiday Enrichment Programme (SHEP) which takes place in some schools.  This scheme provides healthy meals, food and nutrition education, physical activity and enrichment sessions to children in areas of socio-economic disadvantage during the school holidays. The programme is promoted to children and families under the ‘Food and Fun’ brand identity. For further information, please visit 'Food and Fun’ School Holiday Enrichment Programme - WLGA.

   

  It is also possible to access more support and advice for families experiencing financial hardship on the Council’s website via the following link: https://www.rctcbc.gov.uk/EN/Resident/ConsumerAdviceandMoneyMatters/CostofLivingSupport/CostofLivingSupport.aspx.

   

  I am sure this news will be a source of concern to families and hope that the information provided will help a little.

• Children's Literature Festival

  Tue 04 Jul 2023