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Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Transport Supervisor with Bolton Council, focusing on the transportation of pupils with special educational needs and adults to Day Care. This role requires excellent communication skills, teamwork, and the ability to remain calm in emergencies. Join a welcoming organization committed to improving community outcomes and fostering strong connections. Enjoy a range of benefits including flexible working options, generous annual leave, and wellbeing services. If you are motivated and ready to make a difference, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Gym Membership Discounts

Salary Sacrifice Schemes

Generous Annual Leave

Flexible Working

Pension Scheme Access

Wellbeing Services

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate effectively with parents and carers.
• Experience in a busy office environment.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the transportation of pupils and adults.
• Ensure safe and lawful operations of the vehicle fleet.

Skills

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Flexibility

Calmness in Emergencies

Job description

Contract: Full-time, fixed term until May 2026

Role specifics: D1 driving licence

Ask us about flexible working options to fit with your work/life balance - #HappytoTalkFlexible

The Role

A vacancy has arisen for a Transport Supervisor to work for Bolton Council’s Integrated Transport Team.

Responsible for the day-to-day transportation of pupils with special educational needs to school and adults to Day Care provision, and supervising the department’s vehicle fleet and staff to ensure effective, safe, and lawful operations.

You will need good communication skills, both written and verbal, to liaise with parents and contractors.

About You

You should be able to work as part of a team in a busy office environment. Be prepared to work with children and adults with various needs, treating everyone with dignity and respect. Ability to communicate effectively with parents and carers in a friendly and understanding manner is essential. Flexibility, motivation, following instructions, and calmness in emergencies are also required.

About Us

This is an exciting opportunity to join Bolton Council at a time of strong ambition for the borough.

Bolton is a welcoming organization committed to creating a vibrant community with active, connected, and prosperous residents. We focus on improving outcomes and experiences for the people of Bolton, fostering strong communities, successful businesses, and healthy residents.

As an employer, we offer a range of rewards and benefits, including discounts, gym membership prices, salary sacrifice schemes, generous annual leave, flexible working, pension scheme access, and wellbeing services.

Additional Information

Our values are central to our work. Please review them, along with the job description, person specification, legal information, and top tips, on our website.

To apply, please submit an anonymized CV and a supporting statement explaining your relevant skills and why you are a strong fit for this role.

We are committed to equal opportunities and encourage applications from people with disabilities, care leavers, carers, and ex-military personnel. For more info, visit greater.jobs.

We prioritize safeguarding and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An Enhanced DBS check is required.

This role is customer-facing and requires a specified level of spoken English.

We recognize continuous service within Greater Manchester organizations, providing access to various benefits.

For more information about working for Bolton Council or application support, contact [e-mail].

Address: Mayor Street, Bolton, BL3 5DT, United Kingdom