Service Coordinator (And Driver)

This role is for a Service Coordinator in the Secretarial & Business Support department of a Not For Profit organisation. This position requires a team member with excellent skills in coordination, administration, and communication. Additionally a full clean driving license (3 points max) and willingness to drive a mini bus.

Client Details

Our client is a sizeable Not For Profit organisation based in Reading. With a strong commitment to providing top-quality support and services, this organisation has a team dedicated to making a positive difference in the community.

They have comfortable offices close to main transport links and free parking if required.

Description

• Driving a minibus on a daily basis for the first six months while you learn the job
• After the initial training you will be happy doing the scheduling and still helping with the driving
• Coordinate and manage the delivery of services, mainly the daily scheduling of circa 20 minibus routes
• Scheduling transport for service users and is is very complex.
• Consider travel time and dwell time (time for passengers to embark and disembark) the minibus
• Consider individuals special requirements and needs and build this into transport plans
• Work closely with team members to ensure efficient operations
• Handle administrative tasks, including scheduling and reporting
• Liaise with stakeholders and service users
• Ensure adherence to industry standards and regulations
• Contribute to team meetings and organisational planning
• Help to develop and implement service improvements
• Manage and resolve any service-related issues

Profile

A successful Service Coordinator should have:

• You will have a full driving license with less than 3 points and be a confident driver
• You will be happy driving a minibus on a daily basis for the first six months while you learn the job
• After the initial training you will be happy doing the scheduling and still helping with the driving
• A strong background in coordination and administration
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• A proactive and solution-oriented approach
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities
• you will be happy working 4 week days and a Saturday and will have flexibility to work early or late shifts as requirements dictate.

Job Offer

• A competitive annual salary circa £27,000 - £30,000
• Generous holiday leave
• Inclusive and supportive company culture
• Pension benefits
• Opportunities for professional development
• A rewarding role in a Not For Profit organisation in Reading

We encourage all eligible candidates to apply for this wonderful opportunity to make a real difference in a respected Not For Profit organisation.