Head of Service - Travel Assistance

Connect2Luton are recruiting a Head of Service - Travel Assistance on behalf of Luton Borough Council.The Role:We are seeking an experienced senior leader to take strategic responsibility for Luton Borough Council''s Travel Assistance Service.Reporting to the Director of Education and forming part of the Education Senior Leadership Team, you will lead a large, complex statutory service responsible for SEND travel assistance, home-to-school transport, post-16 transport, transport for children in care, adult social care transport and internal fleet operations.This is a high-profile leadership role with responsibility for service transformation, commissioning, statutory compliance, contract management, safeguarding, and financial performance.Key Responsibilities:Provide strategic leadership for the Council''s Travel Assistance Service.Lead the delivery of safe, compliant and cost-effective transport services for children, young people and adults.Oversee SEND transport, home-to-school transport, post-16 transport, children in care transport and commissioned adult social care transport.Manage significant budgets, financial forecasting, savings programmes and demand-led service pressures.Lead commissioning, procurement and contract management of external transport providers.Develop and implement service improvements that enhance outcomes, deliver value for money and support sustainability.Ensure compliance with statutory requirements, safeguarding responsibilities, health and ..... full job details .....