Transport & Allowances Officer
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 15 Ebrill 2026 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | £13.26 yr awr |
| Gwybodaeth ychwanegol am y cyflog: | Rate: £13.26 PAYE / £17.22 Umbrella |
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 15 Mai 2026 |
| Lleoliad: | Plymouth, South West England |
| Gweithio o bell: | Hybrid - gweithio o bell hyd at 3 ddiwrnod yr wythnos |
| Cwmni: | Neway International Ltd |
| Math o swydd: | Cytundeb |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | OR99420 |
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Neway International are looking for a Transport & Allowances Officer to join our client based with Plymouth City Council.
Location: Ballard House, West Hoe Road, Plymouth, PL1 3BJ
Rate: £13.26 PAYE / £17.22 Umbrella
Hours: 37 per week (rota between 7am–5pm; at least one 7am office day)
Start: 11 May 2026
Duration: 26 weeks
Work pattern: Hybrid – minimum one early office day, additional office days as required
Overview
Plymouth City Council is seeking a highly organised Transport & Allowances Officer to support the School Transport & Allowances Team. This is a varied, fast‑paced administrative role involving customer contact, eligibility checks, route updates, financial processing and supporting Passenger Assistants and operators.
Key Responsibilities
Process free school meal applications and eligibility checks.
Complete HR admin for Passenger Assistants, including timesheets, leave and sickness.
Carry out ID checks, process DBS applications and issue school driver ID badges.
Maintain accurate records, databases and management information.
Update transport routes and communicate changes to operators and Passenger Assistants.
Provide advice to parents, schools, operators and council staff on transport and allowances.
Review invoices, process payments and support financial reconciliation.
Assist with setting up new taxi/minibus routes and managing equipment allocation.
Produce letters, emails, tender documents and general correspondence.
Support interviews, training sessions and rota cover between 7am–5pm.
Suggest service improvements and support continuous efficiency.
Requirements
Essential:
GCSEs A*–C / 9–4 in English and Maths (or equivalent).
Strong administrative experience and understanding of office procedures.
Confident using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
Excellent customer service and communication skills across all channels.
Ability to prioritise workload, meet deadlines and maintain accurate records.
Good numeracy, literacy and attention to detail.
Ability to make evidence‑based decisions and handle confidential information.
Team‑focused, reliable and able to work independently when needed.
Desirable:
NVQ Level 2/3 or customer care qualification.
Knowledge of school transport, free school meals or related legislation.
Experience with Capita ONE EMS.
Experience improving processes or producing management information.
Location: Ballard House, West Hoe Road, Plymouth, PL1 3BJ
Rate: £13.26 PAYE / £17.22 Umbrella
Hours: 37 per week (rota between 7am–5pm; at least one 7am office day)
Start: 11 May 2026
Duration: 26 weeks
Work pattern: Hybrid – minimum one early office day, additional office days as required
Overview
Plymouth City Council is seeking a highly organised Transport & Allowances Officer to support the School Transport & Allowances Team. This is a varied, fast‑paced administrative role involving customer contact, eligibility checks, route updates, financial processing and supporting Passenger Assistants and operators.
Key Responsibilities
Process free school meal applications and eligibility checks.
Complete HR admin for Passenger Assistants, including timesheets, leave and sickness.
Carry out ID checks, process DBS applications and issue school driver ID badges.
Maintain accurate records, databases and management information.
Update transport routes and communicate changes to operators and Passenger Assistants.
Provide advice to parents, schools, operators and council staff on transport and allowances.
Review invoices, process payments and support financial reconciliation.
Assist with setting up new taxi/minibus routes and managing equipment allocation.
Produce letters, emails, tender documents and general correspondence.
Support interviews, training sessions and rota cover between 7am–5pm.
Suggest service improvements and support continuous efficiency.
Requirements
Essential:
GCSEs A*–C / 9–4 in English and Maths (or equivalent).
Strong administrative experience and understanding of office procedures.
Confident using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
Excellent customer service and communication skills across all channels.
Ability to prioritise workload, meet deadlines and maintain accurate records.
Good numeracy, literacy and attention to detail.
Ability to make evidence‑based decisions and handle confidential information.
Team‑focused, reliable and able to work independently when needed.
Desirable:
NVQ Level 2/3 or customer care qualification.
Knowledge of school transport, free school meals or related legislation.
Experience with Capita ONE EMS.
Experience improving processes or producing management information.