Overview
We’re working to improve the lives of young people in Somerset delivering day to day school transport for approximately 9,500 students each day during school terms here in Somerset – and you’ll be a key part of that. This role provides the opportunity to lead the day-to-day operations of the School Transport Team.
Responsibilities
* Lead the day-to-day operations of the School Transport Team
* Line manages a team of ten Senior Transport Officers who oversee the day-to-day operation of Mainstream and Special Educational Needs transport in geographical areas across Somerset
* Constantly review service delivery to ensure cost effective, efficient and safe delivery of School Transport routes
* Deal with complaints and contractor issues escalated to the School Transport Manager by Senior Transport Officers
* Address safeguarding issues and concerns raised in relation to School Transport, working closely with the Local Authority Designated Officer (LADO) on safeguarding incidents
* Work closely with School Transport Commissioners to ensure that services are delivered in line with School Transport Policies
* Budget Monitoring
* Maintain good working relationships with Schools and Transport contractors
Qualifications
* Have excellent oral communication and IT skills
* The ability to organise and continually prioritise conflicting demands
* Proven experience in leading and managing a team of staff
* Contract Management skills
* An understanding of School Transport policies and Government legislation relating to statutory school transport
* A calm and methodical approach when dealing with challenging issues
What’s in it for me?
* We promote a healthy work-life balance and offer flexible working arrangements wherever possible, including working from home
* Generous annual leave allowance, with the opportunity to purchase additional leave
* Staff discounts in gyms
* Employee Assistance for the times you may need some support and a variety of employee wellbeing services
* Auto enrolment onto our generous Pension Scheme and optional pension enhancement through our Additional Voluntary Contribution scheme
* A Flexible Benefits Scheme via salary sacrifice to obtain a cycle for work and health screenings
* My Staff Shop offering discounts in shops, online shopping, restaurants, cinema tickets, insurance benefits and more
Salary
£37,280 to £41,771 per annum
Additional information
Interviews week commencing 6 October 2025.
For an informal chat about the role, you can contact Jodene Hall, 01823 355452 jodene.hall@somerset.gov.uk or John Perrett, 01823 356968. John.perrett@somerset.gov.uk.
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