Transport Management Contracts Officer
| Posting date: | 12 September 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | Grade 8, £30,841 to £33,699 per annum |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 28 September 2025 |
| Location: | Isle Of Wight, South East England |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Isle of Wight Council |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | 2025_1530 |
Summary
37 hours per week
12-month fixed term contract initially
Do you want to make the difference to the lives of children and young people across the Isle of Wight?
Do you want to have a once in a career opportunity to support Home to School Transport service within the new Children’s Services Directorate at the Isle of Wight Council?
Do you like a challenge? If so, come and join us on the Isle of Wight, as we transform education on the Island.
We are looking for a highly organised and proactive Transport Management Contracts Officer to support the delivery of the Home to School Transport (HtST) service. This role provides essential operational, administrative, and business support to ensure the smooth and effective implementation of this statutory function.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide dedicated support to the HtST service, ensuring processes run efficiently and in line with statutory requirements.
Assist with the coordination and administration of transport arrangements for eligible children, including those supported under discretionary powers.
Contribute to the day-to-day operational delivery of the service, including data management, reporting, and stakeholder communication.
Support the team in maintaining accurate records and ensuring compliance with relevant policies and procedures.
This is a key role within the Children’s Services team, requiring excellent attention to detail, strong communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
12-month fixed term contract initially
Do you want to make the difference to the lives of children and young people across the Isle of Wight?
Do you want to have a once in a career opportunity to support Home to School Transport service within the new Children’s Services Directorate at the Isle of Wight Council?
Do you like a challenge? If so, come and join us on the Isle of Wight, as we transform education on the Island.
We are looking for a highly organised and proactive Transport Management Contracts Officer to support the delivery of the Home to School Transport (HtST) service. This role provides essential operational, administrative, and business support to ensure the smooth and effective implementation of this statutory function.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide dedicated support to the HtST service, ensuring processes run efficiently and in line with statutory requirements.
Assist with the coordination and administration of transport arrangements for eligible children, including those supported under discretionary powers.
Contribute to the day-to-day operational delivery of the service, including data management, reporting, and stakeholder communication.
Support the team in maintaining accurate records and ensuring compliance with relevant policies and procedures.
This is a key role within the Children’s Services team, requiring excellent attention to detail, strong communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
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