Job Introduction
Staffordshire County Council arranges school transport for approximately 8000 pupils per day.
We are now seeking a new member of staff to join our team arranging transport to mainstream schools.
If you have a passion for transport and enjoy being part of a team this role could be for you.
For further information regarding this role please contact either Jackie Bridgen - Senior Transport Co-ordinator at jackie.bridgen@staffordshire.gov.uk or Kathy Grattage - Transport Co-ordinator , Team Leader at Kathryn.Grattage@staffordshire.gov.uk
Main Responsibility
- Identifying and arranging the most suitable form of transport for mainstream school pupils including local bus services, rail travel, contracted transport, petrol allowances and refund of fares
- Assisting with the procurement of transport services including the preparation of tenders
- Overseeing the day-to-day operation of transport to mainstream schools
- Acting as first point of contact to Parents, Schools and Transport Providers
- Issuing and approval of Travel Passes
The Ideal Candidate
- Minimum 5 GCSE's (Grade 4/C or above) including English and Mathematics
- Good organisational skills to oversee the transport arrangements of up to 1500 pupils per day
- Excellent communication skills to interact with Parents, Schools, Transport Operators and Colleagues by telephone, teams and email
- A flexible approach to respond to transport delays and amendments at short notice, with an ability to prioritise work and change tasks quickly
About Staffordshire County Council
We are no ordinary county council:
Our Values:
The core of who we are as an organisation. Just like we all have personal values that shape our thoughts and behaviour, organisational values drive how we think and act collectively.
Our values were created and shaped by colleague feedback and national best practice and they sit at the heart of People Strategy:
We have a real sense of community spirit that brings our people together. This feeling of belonging means we are all connected to what we do and take pride in the difference we make every day for Staffordshire people. We are ambitious and our sights are set firmly on a better future.
We look forward and race ahead - that goes for your career too.
Our benefits:
We recognise that it is our employees that are central to everything we do. We aim to create a supportive working environment where employees can achieve their full potential and achieve a healthy work-life balance.
In addition to your salary, as a member of staff, you will have access to a range of benefits.
Our recruitment process:
As an Authority we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Staffordshire County Council is an equal opportunities organisation and Disability Confident employer. We encourage applications from all background and communities
As part of our commitment as a Disability Confident employer, a Silver Award Armed Forces employer and our commitment to supporting care leavers - we offer a guaranteed interview as long as your application meets the minimum criteria for the post.
