Transport Logistics Manager

If you are a well-organised and proactive individual who can offer previous transport management experience, we have an exciting opportunity for you! Join us as a Transport Logistics Manager, overseeing the provision of an effective transport service across the Uppingham Group of Schools (UGS). This dynamic new role comes at an exciting time for the UGS, as we expand our transport service. You will manage all aspects of transport for pupils and school operations, delivering a reliable, timely and safe service on a daily basis for both Uppingham School and Maidwell Hall, whilst also ensuring our fleet of multi-purpose vehicles is well maintained and in compliance with Health and Safety law. With the opening of Uppingham School's first Day House in September 2024, the Transport Manager will be required to set up, launch and maintain a reliable home-to-school and school-to-home bus service for pupils. In addition to your management duties, you will also share administrative responsibilities with a Transport Administrator, covering early morning and evening services on a rotating shift basis. You will need a clean driving licence and a Certificate of Professional Competence for Transport Managers. Prior experience of managing passenger transport operations, preferably in a school environment, is essential, along with additional prior experience managing complex vehicle and driver services. You will need knowledge of applicable transport regulations, whilst basic knowledge of vehicle maintenance would be desirable. Transport compliance training can be provided. Benefits In return Uppingham offers a community that values people. We are warm, compassionate and mutually supportive. This is reflected in our working environment and the benefits we are able to offer: 50% contribution to premiums for School’s private health scheme Death in service cover with a lump sum of twice annual salary Free membership of dual-use Sports Centre (£25 annual admin fee) Free staff lunches in term-time School fee day place discount 25% Holiday Club discount for children of Uppingham or Maidwell Hall staff Retail and restaurant discounts, via Westfield platform Cycle to work scheme Free annual ‘flu jabs Employee Assistance programme Contributory Pension Scheme Occupational Health services Westfield health care package Recognised as a “Disability Confident” employer Recognised as a “Mindful” employer Recognised as “Investors in Diversity” For further details and to apply please click the apply button.Closing date: 18^th April 2024Interview Date: W/C 22^nd April 2024Uppingham School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Successful candidates must be willing to undergo full screening in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSiE), including an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. Issues relating to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils will be explored at interview.