Senior SEND Transport Operations Lead

Reed; Blackburn; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A local authority service is looking for an experienced PTU Operations Manager in Salford. This role involves coordinating specialist transport for children and young people with SEND, ensuring compliance with safeguarding processes, and maintaining effective relationships with stakeholders. Candidates should have substantial operational experience and a proven track record in managing resources and addressing service-related issues. The position demands a flexible approach and the ability to work beyond standard hours when necessary.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a similar operational role, ideally involving the coordination of specialist or SEND transport.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding processes and confidence managing concerns.
• Ability to interpret and work within organisational policies and statutory guidance.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate specialist transport arrangements for children and young people with SEND.
• Manage safeguarding concerns following procedures and national guidance.
• Develop effective working relationships with stakeholders and respond to service-related concerns.

Skills

Operational coordination

Safeguarding understanding

Staff management

Flexible work approach

Job description

A local authority service is looking for an experienced PTU Operations Manager in Salford. This role involves coordinating specialist transport for children and young people with SEND, ensuring compliance with safeguarding processes, and maintaining effective relationships with stakeholders. Candidates should have substantial operational experience and a proven track record in managing resources and addressing service-related issues. The position demands a flexible approach and the ability to work beyond standard hours when necessary.