Transport Coordinator
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- England,East Midlands,Leicestershire
- Full Time, Temporary
- £18.36 per hour, inc benefits
Job Description:
Full job descriptionSenior Transport Officer
Leicester, Hybrid
£18.36 per hour
We are recruiting an experienced Senior Transport Officer for our client, we are looking for the ideal candidate to support a busy assisted transport service, arranging transport for vulnerable children and young people while managing key service contracts.
This is a fast-paced, hands-on role where you will be expected to hit the ground running, using your experience and initiative to manage routes, resolve issues, and support wider service delivery.
Key responsibilities include:
*Managing transport contracts, including procurement, route planning, retendering and cost negotiation
*Coordinating transport for SEN and social care users, ensuring safe and efficient service delivery
*Communicating with parents, operators and internal teams to resolve queries and issues
*Reviewing routes and identifying efficiencies and improvements
*Supporting and guiding transport officers within the team
*Maintaining accurate records, handling sensitive data and adhering to safeguarding and data protection requirements
We are looking for candidates with:
*Experience in SEN or social care transport
*Strong contract management and operational experience
*Excellent communication skills, with the ability to draft clear, professional emails
*High attention to detail, particularly when working with data and spreadsheets
*Good Microsoft Office skills, including Excel
*Ability to work independently, use initiative and manage a varied workload
The roles are offered on an initial 6-month basis, with potential for extension.
The team operates a flexible, predominantly remote working model, with office attendance required approximately once every two weeks. There is some flexibility around start times provided core hours are met, alongside a requirement to work an early start and a later finish once per week to support business needs, agreed within the team. Overtime is available during peak periods.
This is an opportunity to join a service undergoing positive change, where you can contribute fresh ideas and make a real impact.
Leicester, Hybrid
£18.36 per hour
We are recruiting an experienced Senior Transport Officer for our client, we are looking for the ideal candidate to support a busy assisted transport service, arranging transport for vulnerable children and young people while managing key service contracts.
This is a fast-paced, hands-on role where you will be expected to hit the ground running, using your experience and initiative to manage routes, resolve issues, and support wider service delivery.
Key responsibilities include:
*Managing transport contracts, including procurement, route planning, retendering and cost negotiation
*Coordinating transport for SEN and social care users, ensuring safe and efficient service delivery
*Communicating with parents, operators and internal teams to resolve queries and issues
*Reviewing routes and identifying efficiencies and improvements
*Supporting and guiding transport officers within the team
*Maintaining accurate records, handling sensitive data and adhering to safeguarding and data protection requirements
We are looking for candidates with:
*Experience in SEN or social care transport
*Strong contract management and operational experience
*Excellent communication skills, with the ability to draft clear, professional emails
*High attention to detail, particularly when working with data and spreadsheets
*Good Microsoft Office skills, including Excel
*Ability to work independently, use initiative and manage a varied workload
The roles are offered on an initial 6-month basis, with potential for extension.
The team operates a flexible, predominantly remote working model, with office attendance required approximately once every two weeks. There is some flexibility around start times provided core hours are met, alongside a requirement to work an early start and a later finish once per week to support business needs, agreed within the team. Overtime is available during peak periods.
This is an opportunity to join a service undergoing positive change, where you can contribute fresh ideas and make a real impact.
Job number 3777633
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