Transport Support Services Manager – Managing statutory home‑to‑school and social care transport, plus council fleet services, delivering safe, reliable and person‑centred care for children, young people, vulnerable adults and internal service users.
About the Role
Experienced transport professionals with a proven record of leading education transport and fleet management in a local authority or similar complex organisation. The successful candidate will bring substantial experience in contract management, safeguarding, financial management and leading high‑performing teams.
Key responsibilities include:
- Deliver safe, compliant, high‑quality transport services for internal and external customers.
- Develop, implement and review policies, procedures, strategies and operational guidance, ensuring statutory duties, government guidance and council priorities are met.
- Manage service budgets, financial controls, contract performance and key performance indicators, ensuring value for money and effective use of resources.
- Build strong partnerships with commissioning, finance, licensing, the Local Authority Designated Officer (LADO), schools, transport providers and other stakeholders to strengthen service delivery, safeguarding and risk management.
- Drive service improvement, innovation and co‑production, identifying opportunities to enhance customer experience, manage demand and improve efficiency.
Benefits
- 28 days annual leave increasing to 33 days after 3 years’ continuous service, with the opportunity to buy up to 10 and sell up to 5 days.
- Hybrid working opportunities to support wellbeing and work‑life balance.
- Paid employee volunteering scheme.
- Local government pension scheme, with life insurance cover.
- Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme (subject to eligibility).
- Recognition of continuous service attained within the NHS and UKHSA when calculating some benefits (Terms and Conditions apply).
- Career development through internal and external training opportunities.
- Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and fostering leave.
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing.
- Inclusive and social working environment with a variety of staff networks and a sports and social club.
Working Pattern
37 hours per week, flexible hours on a full‑time basis with an expectation to work from the Time Square office one day per week.
Equal Opportunities
Bracknell Forest Council is proud to be an inclusive employer. We welcome applications from all sections of the community and guarantee an interview to candidates who meet the essential criteria if they have disclosed a disability, are an armed forces veteran or a care leaver on the application form.
Reasonable Adjustments
We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process for all applicants. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview, please contact recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk.
Location & Salary
Time Square, Bracknell (Hybrid working) – Permanent, £55,224 – £60,728 per year inclusive of London Weighting.
Transport Support Services Manager (Pay Award Pending) in Bracknell employer: Bracknell Forest Council
Bracknell Forest Council is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work environment for those passionate about making a difference in the lives of individuals facing addiction challenges. With extensive training programmes, generous leave policies, and opportunities for career development, employees can thrive both personally and professionally while contributing to the well-being of the community in Bracknell. The council's commitment to employee welfare, including hybrid working options and a strong emphasis on work-life balance, makes it an attractive place for meaningful and rewarding employment.
