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Interim Transport Services Manager (Education)
Rate: £400 per day (Umbrella)
Location:
Hybrid – Southeast England
Contract:
Interim (initial 3–6 months, likely extension)
An experienced Interim Transport Support Services Manager (Education) is required to lead a high-profile statutory transport service within a local authority.
This is a senior, end-to-end role suited to a seasoned interim who is confident operating in small authority environments and can quickly take ownership of complex services.
The Role
You will lead Education Transport and Fleet Management Services, ensuring safe, compliant, efficient and cost-effective delivery of statutory transport services for children and young people, including those with SEND.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and manage Education Transport and Fleet teams
Provide strategic leadership across policy, commissioning, finance and contract management
Review and update transport policies, procedures and operational handbooks
Ensure statutory compliance and safeguarding across all services
Drive efficiencies and service improvements in a pressured budget environment
Oversee procurement and contract management of transport providers
Support route tendering and framework development
Lead budget planning, monitoring and financial controls
Act as senior professional advisor to internal and external stakeholders
Manage complaints processes and co-produce solutions with families and partners
What We’re Looking For
Extensive senior or interim experience within local authority transport
Strong background in Home to School Transport
Proven contract management in complex service environments
Experience across policy development, commissioning and finance
Strong understanding of safeguarding and statutory transport duties
Track record of leading small teams and driving service improvement
Essential Experience
Management of education or social care transport services
Local authority experience at managerial or senior level
Contract and provider management
Financial and budget management
Writing and implementing policies and procedures
Why Choose Ackerman Pierce?
Ackerman Pierce calls upon over 15 years' worth of experience in recruiting directly into the Social Work Sector. We can offer a unique experience within recruitment where you have your own personal consultant, a DBS and Compliance service with a quick and easy registration process. We pride ourselves on a guaranteed weekly payment process.
To discuss this vacancy further or any other opportunities, please contact Elise Revett or email in your updated CV to us at Ackerman Pierce
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