Transport Manager and CCF SSI vacancy in Caterham, Surrey ()

Caterham is one of the UKs leading co-educational schools. We are a highly successful, ambitious and caring school that is committed to providing an inspiring education that prepares pupils for life.

We are well placed for access to town and country: the beautiful two hundred acre site is five minutes’ drive from Junction 6 of the M25, twenty minutes’ drive from Gatwick and a short walk from the local station, with several trains an hour into London.

Learning at Caterham School is an exciting adventure, full of opportunities for personal development, achievement and enjoyment. We believe that all of our pupils can be successful in an environment which is caring, optimistic and encouraging. Our results are testament to the uniquely supportive environment that is Caterhams hallmark.

The School is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and well-qualified Transport Manager and CCF SSI to join our dynamic and friendly team.

As Transport Manager, supervise all day to day aspects of the transport service for 12 routes (including 7 routes managed by external coach company) for the benefit of its users and within the agreed budget for this service. Ensure that the School’s fleet of minibuses are kept in excellent working order. Oversee an effective booking system for ad hoc minibus and coach use for school activities.

As CCF SSI, carry out the role of School Staff Instructor. Take responsibility for all unit stores, the preparation of equipment for periodic inspection, unit administration, liaison with sponsor units and training teams, support the planning and management of Field Days and camps, and to be committed to weekly Wednesday evening parades.

A further key part of the role is to work as part of the caretaking team providing a year-round on-site presence on a rotational basis, responding in the event of out-of-hours emergencies including fire, and assisting with caretaking duties within the school holidays when not required for transport or CCF duties.

Caterham provides a competitive remuneration and benefits package which includes:
A pension scheme with an employer’s contribution of up to 10%
Free meals whilst on duty
Fitness suite and swimming pool
On-site parking
A comprehensive induction and opportunities for personal development

Please visit the vacancies page of our website www.caterhamschool.co.uk/vacancies for more information and to apply or alternatively contact [email protected] should you have any further questions. The closing date for applications is 12pm, Friday 4 January 2019 although early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to appoint before the closing date.

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).