Transport Support Service Manager

Spencer Clarke Group Ltd.; England; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency seeks a Transport Support Service Manager to lead the planning and delivery of transport services for children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities in South East England. This role involves working closely with local authorities, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and providing high-quality support for pupils' access to education. Candidates must possess strong management skills and a proven track record in budget oversight.

Qualifications

• Experience managing transport services to vulnerable adults and children.
• Strong understanding of SEND Code of Practice, safeguarding policies, and transport regulations.
• Proven track record in budget management.

Responsibilities

• Oversee home-to-school transport services ensuring safety and cost-effectiveness.
• Implement innovative approaches to enhance service efficiency.
• Monitor budgets to maintain high-quality service provision.

Skills

Management of transport services

Knowledge of SEND legislation

Budget management

Ability to prioritise workload

Team leadership

Setting service performance goals

Job description

Transport Support Service Manager (SEND)

£38.93 per hour

3-6 month initial contract

Hybrid - South East England

Spencer Clarke Group are seeking an experienced Transport Support Service Manager to organise and oversee the planning, coordination and delivery of safe and effective transport services for children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).

The Transport Support Service Manager will work within the SEND team for our local authority client in South East England to successfully lead the council's Education Transport and Fleet Management Service teams, ensuring high standards of service provision to support pupil's access to education.

Essential Requirements:

• Experience in the management of transport services to vulnerable adults and children.
• Strong knowledge of relevant legislation including the SEND Code of Practice, safeguarding policies and transport regulations.
• Demonstrated experience in budget management.

Duties include but not limited to:

• Oversee the delivery of home-to-school transport services, ensuring it is safe, cost-effective and tailored to individual needs.
• Identify and implement innovative ways of working that enhance efficiency and improve the quality of customer service provided to both internal and external stakeholders.
• Maintain effective budget monitoring, reducing costs where possible whilst maintaining high-quality service provision.

Skills required:

• Able to successfully prioritise workload and use resources effectively.
• Demonstrated ability of working well both as part of a team and in a leadership position.
• Proven experience in setting service performance goals and effectively leading a team to achieve and exceed these targets.

How to apply:

If you are interested in this role, click the apply button or contact Richard on 01772 954200 for more information.

Richard, our Award-Winning SEND recruiter, brings a wealth of experience and a proven track record in connecting exceptional professionals with rewarding career opportunities. Reach out to him today to explore how he can support your journey.

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