Hit the road! Boyd stops the traffic as he makes a call for people of all ages to consider becoming a school crossing patroller in South Ayrshire.
Biscuit King Boyd Tunnock swapped his traditional white baker's coat for a bright yellow jacket and vibrant lollipop today (25 November) as he launched South Ayrshire Council's School Crossing Patroller recruitment campaign in Troon.
The Council employs over 70 school crossing patrollers to help children and pedestrians cross the road each day to and from school and five of them took time out, between beats, to help Mr Tunnock launch the call for new recruits.
Mr Tunnock commented: "I'm delighted to be in Troon today to launch such a vital campaign for these important roles.
"School crossing patrollers do a great job in keeping young people and other pedestrians safe when crossing the road on school mornings and afternoons. I'm very pleased to do my bit to ask people from all walks of life, aged 16 and over to consider becoming a lollipop man or woman!"
South Ayrshire Council is now recruiting new permanent and relief crossing patrollers, to fill a number of vacancies across the area.
So, if you know someone who could make a difference to young people, a member of your family who is a natural with kids and people, or fancy a job yourself, working part-time in a role dedicated to keeping children safe and sound when crossing the road, get in touch!
Councillor Peter Convery, Portfolio Holder for Sustainability and the Environment said: "Our patrollers do a great job and becoming a school crossing patroller is a fantastic way to make a real and important difference in the local community.
"It's a job suitable for all ages and gives you your own time during the day.
"Getting children to and from school safely remains a parent's responsibility, but if you fancy the job, or if you know someone who would be interested in being a permanent or relief patroller, please phone the dedicated recruitment line on 01292 612136 and we will tell you more about it. Please note this number is only for applicants."
Mr Tunnock concluded: "I don't think I've ever swapped my wafers and teacakes for lollipops, but it's all for the best possible cause, producing a wonderful service for the benefit of the community."
He concluded: "Just imagine coming home and putting your feet up with a nice cup of tea and maybe a teacake or two, knowing you're making a real difference in your community.
"What a wonderful wafer you to do your bit – and earn some extra lolly!"