Gateshead Council
Assistant Child Pedestrian trainer
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Salary £25,583, pro rata to term time working, actual Salary £13,852 £14,104. Salary amounts quoted are from the 1 September to 31 August and therefore if you commence employment part way through the academic year they are subject to an equated salary adjustment
Who We Are & What We Stand For
Do you want to help make Gateshead a place where everyone thrives? If that sounds like you, keep reading - we might be the perfect match.
We’re delighted that you’re interested in working with us. You’d be joining us at a very exciting time.
We pride ourselves on our ambitious and forward-thinking approach to taking care of Gateshead and its people, and we passionately believe that our employees reflect that spirit in truly enabling Gateshead to thrive.
At Gateshead Council you’d be a highly valued member of a team that recognises and respects the skills that you bring to your role, encourages creativity and passionately advocates a great work / life balance. Our actions speak louder than words, and with flexi-time and hybrid working available across many of our roles, as well as a full suite of outstanding employee benefits, we’re confident that it isn’t just the salary that attracts our staff.
Help children stay safe, build confidence and make a real difference in your local communities.
Every year, thousands of children develop the skills they need to travel safely through our Child Pedestrian Training Programme. As an Assistant Child Pedestrian Trainer, you will support the delivery of engaging classroom and roadside training sessions in schools across Tyne and Wear and Northumberland. Working as part of a supportive team, you will help young people build essential road safety awareness, promote safe behaviours and contribute to a programme that has a positive impact on children's independence, confidence and wellbeing.
Help children take safer steps every day.
What You Will Get To Do
- Support the Child Pedestrian Training Coordinator in delivering child pedestrian training programmes in schools across Tyne and Wear and Northumberland.
- Deliver both classroom-based and practical roadside training sessions to pupils.
- Adapt training delivery methods to accommodate weather conditions and other unforeseen circumstances.
- Collect and record programme information and feedback as required.
- Help promote the benefits of the Child Pedestrian Training Programme to schools and stakeholders.
- Travel between schools during the working day to ensure effective programme delivery.
- Build positive relationships with pupils and help create a safe, engaging learning environment.
- Support the safe supervision and management of pupils during training activities outside the school setting.
- Undertake other duties appropriate to the grade of the post.
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Make a lasting difference through road safety education
What You Will Bring
- Knowledge of basic road safety principles.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Good organisational and numeracy skills.
- Experience of applying organisational skills within a work environment.
- The ability to build positive rapport and engage effectively with children and young people.
- The ability to supervise and maintain the safe control of pupils outside the classroom environment.
- A flexible, customer-focused and collaborative approach, with a commitment to learning and delivering excellent service.
If successful you will have to apply for an Enhanced Disclosure
What’s In It For You
Competitive Salary: We offer fair and transparent pay that reflects your skills and experience. Salary £25,583, pro rata to term time working, actual Salary £13,852 £14,104. Salary amounts quoted are from the 1 September to 31 August and therefore if you commence employment part way through the academic year they are subject to an equated salary adjustment
Outstanding Pension Scheme: We don’t just offer a great salary we invest in your future too. Find out what benefits a Local Government Pension provides: https://twpf.info
Generous Annual Leave: Enjoy 28 days of annual leave, rising to 32 days after 5 years (2 of which can be fixed by the Council), plus the option to buy up to 10 extra days.
Flexible Working Hours: Benefit from up to 26 flexi days per year (subject to business needs), giving you more control over your time.
Hybrid & Flexible Working: We support a healthy work-life balance with flexible and hybrid working options.
Learning & Development: Access a wide range of training, development, and progression opportunities to help you grow your career.
Health & Wellbeing Support: From discounted gym memberships through our partner GLL to mental health resources, we care about your wellbeing.
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Cycle to Work Scheme: Save money and stay active with our tax-efficient cycle to work programme.
Electric & Hybrid Car Scheme: Get behind the wheel of a brand-new electric or hybrid vehicle through our salary sacrifice car scheme in partnership with NHS Fleet Solutions a cost-effective, environmentally friendly way to drive (after 12 months service).
Exclusive Discounts & Salary Sacrifice: Through our VIVUP employee benefits platform, enjoy discounts on shopping, travel, and services plus salary sacrifice options on white goods, electronics, and more, helping you spread the cost of essential purchases (after 6 months service).
Our commitment to you
We are an equal opportunities employer and aim to have a culture and a workplace where our people feel a sense of belonging, are respected and empowered to do their best work. We know that we deliver better services when our workforce reflects the full range of backgrounds and experiences in the society we serve. We welcome applications from suitably qualified people from all sections of the community, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation
How To Apply
You can apply online using the apply now button below. Within the form, you’ll be asked for details about you, your career history, skills, experiences and qualifications.
We advise you to be as detailed and specific as possible, paying particular attention to any of the above which are relevant to the role to which you are applying.
If you have any questions about your application, please don’t hesitate to reach out to our recruitment team via
Please note: As a Disability Confident employer, we guarantee an interview to all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role. However, in high-volume recruitment situations, it may not always be practicable to interview every eligible candidate. In such cases, we may need to prioritise those who best meet the essential criteria, based on the information provided in the application.
Additionally, the Council reserves the right to close this vacancy early or adjust the shortlisting criteria, including the pass mark for interview selection, to ensure a fair and manageable recruitment process. We encourage early applications.
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