School Escort – Tower Hamlets
Job Purpose
We are looking for a reliable, caring and responsible School Escort to accompany children travelling to and from school in the Tower Hamlets area.
The successful candidate will help ensure each child travels safely and comfortably, providing a calm, reassuring and consistent presence throughout their journey. The role also involves observing the child's wellbeing and reporting any concerns appropriately.
Key Responsibilities
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Accompany the child safely to and from school.
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Ensure safe handovers at agreed collection and drop-off points.
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Arrive punctually and follow the agreed transport arrangements.
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Provide a calm, friendly and reassuring presence.
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Build familiarity and consistency within the child's daily routine.
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Observe the child's behaviour and wellbeing, reporting significant changes or concerns.
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Support the child appropriately if they become anxious or distressed.
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Follow individual risk assessments, instructions and safety procedures.
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Communicate professionally with parents/carers, school staff, drivers and colleagues.
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Maintain confidentiality and appropriate professional boundaries.
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Follow safeguarding procedures and report concerns, disclosures or incidents promptly.
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Complete any required records and incident reports accurately.
Person Specification
Essential
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Reliable, punctual, patient and approachable.
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Comfortable working with children and young people.
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Good observation and communication skills.
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Able to remain calm and professional in challenging situations.
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Understands the importance of safeguarding, confidentiality and professional boundaries.
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Able to follow instructions, risk assessments and company procedures.
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Committed to providing a safe, reliable and consistent service.
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Willing to complete required training and pre-employment checks.
Desirable
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Experience working with children, including children with additional needs or disabilities.
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Experience in education, childcare, health, social care or school transport.
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Safeguarding or child protection training and First Aid certification.
Safeguarding and Pre-Employment Checks
Safeguarding is central to this role. Candidates must remain alert to the child's safety and wellbeing and report concerns through the appropriate procedures.
Successful candidates will be required to complete relevant pre-employment checks, including identity and Right to Work verification, an appropriate DBS check, employment references and employment history checks.
Our Commitment
We are committed to providing children with a safe, reliable and consistent journey to and from school. The School Escort plays an important role in helping children feel safe, comfortable and supported throughout their daily routine
