Home to School Transport Facilitator

Old Moat; Manchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local council in Manchester is looking for an HTST Facilitator to support access to education for children and young people. Candidates should exhibit strong organizational, analytical, and management skills. You will lead a large team in assisting students and work closely with schools to enhance educational opportunities. This permanent full-time role includes generous benefits and a focus on community impact.

Benefits

Up to 26 days annual leave

Local government pension scheme

Enhanced family leave

Training and development opportunities

Paid volunteering leave

Qualifications

• Proven track record in meeting deadlines and producing high quality outcomes.
• Ability to manage and organize a large staff team.
• Make structured, evidence-based decisions.

Responsibilities

• Support front line staff assisting children and young people to access education.
• Act as a link between Manchester City Council and schools to ensure education access.

Skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Planning skills

Management skills

Job description

About the Role

Working Hours: 35 hours per week

Contract Type: Permanent - Full time

Additional Payments: Casual Car Allowance

Closing Date: 13 November 2025

This role is subject to:

• Casual Car Documentation - The successful candidate will be a designated Casual Car User, which means car journeys may be necessary on occasion but are not essential to the role. If you drive, you must hold a full valid driving licence and provide your own car for work, as well as provide all appropriate documentation. You will receive an allowance per mile of business use.
• DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) clearance - this post is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (amended in 2013). Appointable candidates will be required to apply for an Enhanced DBS check. Information provided by you or the DBS will be dealt with in a confidential manner and in accordance with the DBS Code of Practice. We have a policy on the Employment of Offenders, available on request.

Located within the Access and Sufficiency Department, the Home to School Transport Service has recently been redesigned to create a modern, forward-focused service with the needs of children and young people at the heart of all we do. There is no better time to join this team and contribute to providing this essential service.

The Council has a statutory duty to provide travel solutions for children and young people with special educational needs and/or disabilities. Requests for travel solutions need to be processed, assessed and the appropriate solution offered for the individual.

The HTST Facilitator is responsible for supporting front line staff that support children and young people to access education daily. The team is an essential link between Manchester City Council and all schools and academies across the city to support an integrated and accessible education offer.

About the Candidate

Could you contribute to the successful outcome of children\'s education?

Do you have qualities such as high levels of organisation, analytical and planning skills?

Do you have a proven track record in meeting deadlines and producing high quality outcomes for children and young people?

If you have excellent management skills, the ability to manage and organise a large staff team and make structured, evidence-based decisions, then our HTST Facilitator role might be the one for you.

About Us

We’re the local council for one of the UK’s most vibrant and diverse cities.

Working for Manchester isn’t just a job – it’s an opportunity to contribute to a city that leads change and transforms lives. Whether it’s strengthening communities or driving innovation in public services, you’ll play a vital role in creating opportunities and shaping a brighter future for everyone.

Our Manchester is our vision for a fairer, greener, and healthier city – a vision shaped by the people of Manchester. It guides everything we do at the Council and is brought to life through the Our Manchester behaviours:

• We take time to listen and understand
• We work together and trust each other
• We value our differences and treat each other fairly
• We own it and we’re not afraid to try new things
• We’re proud and passionate about Manchester

Benefits we offer

• Generous holiday allowance - Up to 26 days annual leave per year plus bank holidays. Increasing to 31 days after five years of local government service. You can purchase up to two additional weeks.
• A buzzing pension - Enrolled in the UK’s largest local government pension scheme, with options to top up benefits. Includes life cover of three-times your salary as a lump sum.
• Enhanced parental and carers leave - Enhanced family leave options to provide time to bond with a new-born or support your family.
• Brilliant perks - Discounts on shop, holidays, days out, phone contracts, cycle to work, free flu jabs and eye tests, and more.
• Learn and grow - Access to learning opportunities, workshops, training, apprenticeships and qualifications, with a thorough onboarding process.
• A Good Employment Charter member - Commitment to secure, flexible work and fairness; pay reviewed annually; recognition of trade unions; health and wellbeing support.
• Up to 3 days volunteering leave - Pro-rated paid volunteering leave in addition to other benefits.

Creating an Inclusive Team at Manchester City Council

We are dedicated to creating a workplace that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve and actively welcome applications from all ages and backgrounds, including Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic communities, Disabled people and young people.

Support During the Process

• Interview Adjustments: Let us know if you need adjustments to demonstrate your suitability during the interview.
• Accessible Formats: Our ReciteMe tool can be accessed via the careers page; it offers text-to-speech, translation, and adjustable text size and colours for accessibility.

Guaranteed Assessment Scheme

We guarantee assessments for applicants who meet the recruiting panels minimum shortlisting requirements and identify with at least one of the criteria: Armed Forces member or veteran; current or former care leaver; have a disability or long-term condition.

When You Join Us

We’re a Disability Confident Employer, offering:

• A workplace adjustment hub with specialist support and guidance
• Disabled Staff Network, Neurodiversity Staff Network and Mental Health Staff Network
• A strong commitment to accessibility and disability-friendly workplaces

For more information about the role or adjustments, email the role contact at the council.

What we will need from you if you\'re successful

In accordance with Home Office guidance, successful candidates must evidence their right to work in the UK before commencement of employment. This is not a role eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route based on Manchester City Council policy. Candidates should consider their own right to work options.

Pre-Employment Checks

If you are successful, the pre-employment checks required will depend on the role. As a guide, checks may include:

• Proof of Right to Work: You’ll need to provide documentary evidence of your right to work in the UK. Visa sponsorship is not guaranteed for this role.
• References: We’ll require references from your current and previous employer(s).
• DBS Check: A criminal record check may be necessary, depending on the role.
• Driving Licence: If the role requires driving, evidence of a valid driving licence may be required.

These checks are part of our commitment to safety and security.

Other relevant information

We want everyone to be themselves at work and have support to undertake duties. If a task is unachievable, we will consider redesigning parts of the role.

For more information about the role, read the role profile attached.

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