Commissioning jobs in United Kingdom

Early applications are encouraged as we may close the advert ahead of the stated closing date.

Joining our Transport Commissioning Team as an Assistant Transport Commissioner, you'll help ensure that eligible students access suitable school transport efficiently and safely. In this fast‑paced role you'll liaise with schools, parents, and transport operators to resolve operational issues and support the commissioning of transport services for Mainstream, Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), Post‑16 years, Education Inclusion Service and Social Care, using route planning software.

• Manage and update child, operator, and passenger assistant records accurately in systems such as Capita One and the Passenger Assistant database.
• Deliver a high standard of customer care and act as an escalation point to resolve operational issues.
• Support the use, maintenance and embedding of route planning software into route planning approaches.
• Commission transport for mainstream, SEND, post‑16, and social care children in line with policy.
• Source transport arrangements for single, emergency, and temporary routes under manager direction.
• Develop and maintain effective relationships with families, schools, and other service areas.

• GCSEs in English and Maths or equivalent.
• Strong experience in applying administrative systems and procedures.
• Excellent IT skills with experience of using a variety of software for data management and transmission, including Microsoft Office.
• Proven ability to work in a customer‑focused environment with attention to detail.
• Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to work under pressure.
• Effective communication and negotiation skills, both written and verbal.
• Flexible, adaptable, and a strong team player.

• Work in a dynamic, fast‑paced environment within a team that makes a real impact on children's access to education.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• A supportive team culture that values collaboration and innovation.
• Access to Health Assured's comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme to support your physical and mental wellbeing, including 24/7 telephone support, a suite of online resources, and legal and financial advice.
• A competitive benefits package that includes generous annual leave entitlement, occupational sick pay, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme. Find more information here.

To learn more about this role, please review our Candidate Pack available on our website. Please click on the Apply button for details.

Applicants can expect to hear from us within two weeks of the advertised closing date.

Please note: We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role and therefore it is essential that you already have the right to work in the UK before applying.