All LocationsAll Locations:
Dorchester
Advertising SalarySalary Details:
£26,824 to £32,597
What is the vacancy type for this advertVacancy Type:
Permanent
Function:
Transport, Policy, Driver & Passenger Assistance
EmployerEmployer:
Dorset Council
Job Working PatternJob Working Pattern:
Full time
Closing time of advertClosing time of advert
23:59

About the role

 
This is an exciting hybrid role working with the SEND Travel Team.
 
The successful candidate will work with the SEND Travel Team during their busy period processing referrals for transport:
 
You will be:
  • Liaising with parents and schools to ascertain the most suitable travel assistance for young people with EHCPs.
  • Working with schools, parents and colleagues in Children's Services to resolves any issues with travel assistance.
The role will also include working with the SEND Travel Reviewing team outside of the busy period of the year looking at the effectiveness and efficiency of SEND school transport routes and relevance of SEND needs on transport.
 
What we're looking for:
  • Good communication skill
  • Good IT skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • The ability to work and prioritise tasks 
  • A collaborative approach to team work

Further Information

For an informal conversation about this role, please contact Nathan Hart, Team Manager, by emailing [email protected].

This post requires significant travel. You must have a vehicle (or transport we deem suitable) available for use as needed.

This post requires you to have access to sensitive information. It will be subject to a Basic Criminal Records Check. See our policy on the employment of ex-offenders. 

About Us

At Dorset Council, it's not just about the work we do, it's about how we do it. Hear directly from our employees about what makes Dorset Council special in this short video:

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At Dorset Council, we are working together to create a fairer, more prosperous, and more sustainable Dorset for everyone, now and in the future.

We:

  • provide essential services that support over 300,000 residents
  • work in partnership to make a real difference
  • value every role and the impact it has on our communities
  • support our employees to grow, develop, and thrive

You will:

  • be part of a team that works together for a better Dorset
  • have access to a range of benefits and support
  • receive training and development opportunities to help your career progress

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organisation where different skills, perspectives, and backgrounds strengthen both our council and the communities we serve.

We welcome applications from everyone and are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. If you declare a disability and meet the essential criteria for the role, we will offer you an interview. We also want our recruitment process to be accessible, if you need any reasonable adjustments, just let us know on your application.

This role is UK-based, and we will need to confirm your Right to Work as part of the appointment process. We use generic job descriptions and person specifications, so the job title in any attachments may differ from the advert. If needed, we will provide additional details in a context statement.

If you’re passionate about making a difference, we’d love you to join us.

Find out more about how to apply.

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