• Suffolk County Council - Endeavour House, Ipswich, IP1 2BX - Hybrid 
• £38,223 per annum (pro rata if part time)
• 37 hours per week - Flexible working options available 
• Fixed Term or Secondment for 2 years (project)

This advert is open to current redeployment Suffolk County Council staff only

As a modern, flexible and effective organisation, we’re driven to make a positive difference in the way we deliver efficiencies and improvements for the Council’s school travel services, particularly for children and young people with Special Educational Needs and/or Disability (SEND). 

We are looking for an experienced person to co-ordinate a programme of works where the main focus will be to risk assess pupils who are eligible for funded school travel with an identified need.  

Your work will make a significant difference by delivering important changes for the benefit of Suffolk’s communities. 

Reimagine the possibilities.

Your role and responsibilities

In this varied, challenging and rewarding role you will lead a high profile project to develop a robust programme to co-ordinate a review of risk assessments where there is an identified need in line with the council policies and procedures, in the provision of SEND school travel.  This will require you to attend meetings with stakeholders and facilitate panels, where complex needs are identified that require input from specialist services for consideration.

The key to the success of this role will be leading on engagement with internal contacts, and facilitate external engagement with parents and carers, as well as schools and colleges to ensure that effective relationships are developed and sustained for the participation in the delivery of the reviews. 

You will also support the development and delivery of the Service by seeking to optimise processes, strive for efficiency and identify areas for cost saving.

You will need

To be passionate about making a positive difference for Suffolk, be a team player and be enthusiastic to manage change. As such you will need to have experience of working in an educational setting, particularly with children and young people with SEND along with health and safety practices.   Experience in school travel is not essential but could be of benefit.

You can view a full list of requirements in the Job and Person Profile (docx). If you believe you can succeed in this role, apply. Even if you don't meet all requirements, still apply. We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application.

The team

We are busy team that provides a range of transport services. Our purpose is to provide safe, reliable comfortable and cost-effective transport services to the people of Suffolk. 

We welcome opinions, ideas and innovation.  You could be part of a team that encourages, inspires and motivates others.

Further information about who we are and what we do can be found on our dedicated website www.suffolkonboard.com 

Empowering Everyone 

We’re big believers in potential, possibility and the power of different ideas. We’re always searching for ways to encourage, respect and enable everyone to be the best they can be. We want to represent the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all individuals, especially those from groups that are currently underrepresented in the organisation, as shown in our Workforce Equality Report

For more information 

Please contact Kirsty Marjoram for a casual conversation. You can reach them by calling (01473) 263768 or emailing kirsty.marjoram@suffolk.gov.uk. Alternatively contact Julie Mitchell by calling (01473) 265330 or emailing julie.mitchell@suffolk.gov.uk 

If you want to apply for a secondment, read the secondment policy first. Make sure you get permission from your current manager before submitting your application. 

How to apply

Step 1 - Read the Job and Person Profile (JPP) (docx).

Step 2 - Click ‘Apply Now’ to start your online application.

Step 3 - Upload a supporting statement answering the following questions below (no more than 400 words per question). You should use the Supporting Statement template. 

1. Describe your knowledge and experience with relevant SEND legislation, guidance, transport policies, practices, and procedures, as well as health and safety practices.?

2. Explain your experience working in an educational setting, particularly with children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). How did you ensure their needs were met?

3. Give an example of when you had to demonstrate resilience and a positive attitude in the face of pressure or change. How did you approach this challenge?

4. Discuss a time when you had to work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to solve a complex problem. What was your role, and how did you contribute to the shared solution?

5. Maintaining accurate record systems is an important part of this role. Describe a situation when you have been responsible for managing and reporting on activity and outcomes data. What processes did you implement to ensure accuracy?

Step 4 - Upload a CV (without name and personal details).

Please note: Without a supporting statement and CV, your interest will not be progressed. Any supporting documents must be in either PDF or MS Word format. If you would like an adjustment to this process due to a disability, please contact us at 03456 014412 or recruitment@suffolk.gov.uk

Closing date: 11.30pm, 6 May 2024. 

This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts. #LI-Hybrid 

As a modern and effective council, we offer a wide variety of careers to suit people with a range of skills, abilities and ambitions. We offer working options that flex to reflect the way people work today and take the time to understand and support your individual needs. We’re driven to make a positive difference to the world around us and encourage everyone with drive and focus to join us and build an influential and impactful career. Reimagine the possibilities.

In return, you’ll enjoy:

• up to 29 days annual leave entitlement (pro rata), plus UK bank holidays and two paid volunteering days
• membership of a competitive Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
• travel, lifestyle, health and wellbeing benefits
• performance-related annual pay progression, in addition to an annual cost-of-living pay increase
• training and encouragement to expand your knowledge
• a variety of career development opportunities across our organisation
• diverse and active staff networks
• flexible working options, with the right to request flexible working from your first day
• plus more!

If you would like to know more about our benefits, values and equality commitments please visit our Working for Suffolk County Council pages (www.Suffolk.gov.uk/careers).