Job Description

Job description

Terms and Conditions: Fixed Term Contract until 30 November 2025, 37 hours per week

Department: Children's Services & Education

Interview date: w/c 12th May 2025

We are seeking a highly organised and reliable individual to join our team as a School Transport Coordinator on a fixed term contract till 30 November 2025 managing the daily school transport operations, ensuring that children and young people travel safely and promptly to and from school enabling the service to meet its statutory duties.





As a School Transport Coordinator you will be responsible for managing all aspects of the school's transport services, including coordinating transport routes, liaising with drivers, monitoring safety protocols, and maintaining effective communication with parents, schools and staff. The role ensures that transportation runs smoothly and efficiently, prioritising the safety and well-being of children and young people.

Key responsibilities

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Liaise with transport operators to ensure safe, punctual, and efficient services including scheduling pickups, and drop-offs. Maintain up-to-date records of individual pupils' transport requirements and changes. Ensure all transport operations comply with relevant safety regulations and policies. Monitor and manage communication with parents regarding transport arrangements, delays, or any issues. Handle and resolve any transport-related concerns from parents, transport operators and schools. Process applications for free home to school transport. Maintain accurate financial records of transport costs and manage budgets effectively.

If you can demonstrate a commitment to delivering a high quality and professional service with excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to liaise with various stakeholders we would love to hear from you.





Applicants should have English and Maths GCSEs at grade 4 (C) or above.



Please include a supporting statement outlining how you meet the key requirements.

For an informal discussion about the role please contact Sarah Anderson, School Transport Manager on 01254 666699.

Job details

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Job reference
REQ03872
Date posted
03/04/2025
Application closing date
09/05/2025
Location
Blackburn with Darwen
Salary
Grade F, SCP 17-23 (30,060 to 33,366) per annum
Package
Flexible working
Contractual hours
37
Basis
Full time
Job category/type
Council