Transport Manager – Education Impact Academy Trust
Hours of work: 30 per week, term time only
Contract type: Permanent
Salary: Grade 4 £34,434 – £41,771 pro rata (actual £24,745.59 – £30,018.24) and SEN allowance £1,772 pro rata (actual £1,237.49)
Closing Date: 29 May 2026
Interview Date: W/C 15 June 2026
Start date of role: Summer Term
Full, Clean Driving Licence Required: Yes
Enhanced DBS Check Required: Yes
About the role
Manage the transport team, supervise guides and drivers, and oversee the fleet of mini‑buses. Ensure vehicles are maintained, arrange cover for guides and drivers, and drive on bus routes when required.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and support a team of guides and drivers.
* Maintain and manage a fleet of mini‑buses.
* Plan and coordinate transport routes.
* Ensure compliance with health and safety and legal requirements.
* Provide driving cover for routes as needed.
Qualifications & Experience
* Experience driving school or college minibuses.
* Experience in managing or supporting a transport team.
* Full, clean driving licence.
* Enhanced DBS check.
* Strong organisational and communication skills.
Benefits
* Happy, enthusiastic staff and supportive work environment.
* Professional development and training opportunities.
* Employee Assistance Programme.
* Access to discounts via BHSF.
* Generous pension scheme (LGPS or Teachers Pension Scheme).
* Generous annual leave entitlement for staff (29–34 days pro‑rata).
* Onsite parking at all sites.
* SEN allowance for all staff working with students.
Legal and Safeguarding
This role is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016); speaking fluent English is required. The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. All successful candidates will undergo enhanced DBS, childcare disqualification checks (where applicable), medical fitness tests, identity and right‑to‑work verification, and provide two suitable references. The Trust is committed to safeguarding and is a non‑discriminatory employer. For further policy information, please refer to the Trust’s website.
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