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We provide hundreds of day-to-day services, from being a landlord, providing social care and running our museums, libraries and parks. We deliver a diverse range of services to support people who live and work in Bristol, and people who visit the city too. We are committed to building a better Bristol – a city where everyone shares in its success. To achieve our vision we must ensure the social, economic and political inclusion of everyone, irrespective of age, gender, sexuality, disability, ethnicity, religion or socio-economic status.

We have an ambitious vision to build a better Bristol that includes everyone in the city’s success. That’s why we’re looking for innovative and talented individuals who can help us achieve this vision. We want people who share our values and commitment to serve the city, its communities and citizens.

Join us and you'll get more than a challenging job; you'll enjoy all the benefits of living and working in one of Europe's most vibrant and best-located cities. We strive for an inclusive, high-performing, healthy and motivated workforce. To help us achieve this we offer a range of flexible working options to help you balance your work and home life.

We need dynamic people from a diverse range of backgrounds who are keen to work in a fast-paced environment to help empower people to live successful and independent lives as part of their community. We’re looking for people as vibrant, as inspiring and as unique as the city of Bristol itself.

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Bristol City Council

We’re a vibrant local authority responsible for providing services to over 459,000 people in Bristol.

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  <b>Full Time, Fixed Term/S</b><b>econdment opportunity up to 30 November 2024</b>
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   The School Admissions Service is looking for a driven individual able to manage competing demands, with a proven ability to deliver first-rate customer service. You will be a flexible person, with attention to detail and the ability to adept at handling the kind of problems that often arise in a fast changing, dynamic environment.
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   Support the allocation of school places for pupils moving into the area and those wishing to change schools, in accordance with the admission authority’s policy, including advising parents/carers about procedures in respect of school appeals.
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   Administer and process emails sent to the School Admissions shared email account.
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   Respond to a range of routine and more complex written and telephone enquiries from a variety of sources (internal/external) either directly or by referral to an appropriate colleague to ensure a satisfactory resolution.
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   Compose type and distribute routine &amp; more complex correspondence. In addition, prepare more specialist/technical draft documents for approval as directed.
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  <b> Why Bristol City Council?</b>
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  <br> At Bristol City Council, we go that extra mile for our people; we offer a work environment which is fast moving and supportive, giving you the chance to use your skills and develop new ones within a high-profile organisation. For the majority of our roles hybrid working arrangements are available, giving teams the opportunity to work in a way that suits them, balancing service need and individual choice - mixing both home and office working.
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  <br> Join us and you’ll receive an excellent rewards package including flexible working and flexitime, membership of the Local Government Pension scheme, and a generous annual leave allowance. In addition, you’ll be working in a supportive environment where you’ll have the chance to make Bristol a better place and contribute to its future.
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  <br> <b> How do I apply?</b>
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  <br> If you share our values and are ready to be part of our exciting journey please select the apply button below.
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  <br> To be shortlisted for interview you’ll need to demonstrate how you meet each of the essential criteria in the Person Specification within the Further Information section of your application. On occasion we will receive high numbers of applications, we may then shortlist against the desirable criteria along with the essential criteria, so if you can, please demonstrate how you meet this in your application.
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  <b> For permanent Bristol City Council employees, this post will be a secondment.<br> </b>
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  <b>For employees who are currently on a fixed term contract with Bristol City Council, the secondment must not extend beyond the end of the fixed term period to ensure there is a substantive post to return to.</b>
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  <b> If you are currently a casual worker or a member of an employment agency (currently working with Bristol City Council) this post will be a fixed term contract.</b>
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  If you like challenge and variety, with no two days likely to be the same, this may be the role for you.
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  <br> <b>For further details please contact Hayley Leman, Service Lead by email at </b><b>hayley.leman@bristol.gov.uk</b>
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  <i> At Bristol City Council, we value having a workforce as diverse as the city we serve. We therefore welcome, develop and promote people from all sections of the community. Appointments will be made on merit.</i>
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  Full Time, Fixed Term/Secondment opportunity up to 30 November 2024
 
  
  
 
   The School Admissions Service is looking for a driven individual able to manage competing demands, with a proven ability to deliver first-rate customer service. You will be a flexible person, with attention to detail and the ability to adept at handling the kind of problems that often arise in a fast changing, dynamic environment.
 
  
  
 
   Support the allocation of school places for pupils moving into the area and those wishing to change schools, in accordance with the admission authority’s policy, including advising parents/carers about procedures in respect of school appeals.
 
  
  
 
   Administer and process emails sent to the School Admissions shared email account.
 
  
  
 
   Respond to a range of routine and more complex written and telephone enquiries from a variety of sources (internal/external) either directly or by referral to an appropriate colleague to ensure a satisfactory resolution.
 
  
  
 
   Compose type and distribute routine & more complex correspondence. In addition, prepare more specialist/technical draft documents for approval as directed.
 
  
 
   Why Bristol City Council?
 
 
   At Bristol City Council, we go that extra mile for our people; we offer a work environment which is fast moving and supportive, giving you the chance to use your skills and develop new ones within a high-profile organisation. For the majority of our roles hybrid working arrangements are available, giving teams the opportunity to work in a way that suits them, balancing service need and individual choice - mixing both home and office working.
 
 
   Join us and you’ll receive an excellent rewards package including flexible working and flexitime, membership of the Local Government Pension scheme, and a generous annual leave allowance. In addition, you’ll be working in a supportive environment where you’ll have the chance to make Bristol a better place and contribute to its future.
 
 
    How do I apply?
 
 
   If you share our values and are ready to be part of our exciting journey please select the apply button below.
 
 
   To be shortlisted for interview you’ll need to demonstrate how you meet each of the essential criteria in the Person Specification within the Further Information section of your application. On occasion we will receive high numbers of applications, we may then shortlist against the desirable criteria along with the essential criteria, so if you can, please demonstrate how you meet this in your application.
 
  
  
 
   For permanent Bristol City Council employees, this post will be a secondment. 
   
   
 
 
  For employees who are currently on a fixed term contract with Bristol City Council, the secondment must not extend beyond the end of the fixed term period to ensure there is a substantive post to return to.
 
  
 
   If you are currently a casual worker or a member of an employment agency (currently working with Bristol City Council) this post will be a fixed term contract.
  
  
 
  If you like challenge and variety, with no two days likely to be the same, this may be the role for you.
   
   For further details please contact Hayley Leman, Service Lead by email at hayley.leman@bristol.gov.uk
 
  
 
   At Bristol City Council, we value having a workforce as diverse as the city we serve. We therefore welcome, develop and promote people from all sections of the community. Appointments will be made on merit.
 


Senior Business Support Assistant - Bristol City Council

Senior Business Support Assistant

You need operational experience and knowledge of public transport operations to support the team and supervise staff while deputizing for the manager when necessary.

You will oversee public transport operations, analyze events impacting services, and collaborate on bus strategies and initiatives.

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<p><strong>Full Time, Permanent (Job Share/Part Time applicantions will be welcome)</strong></p><p>The Public Transport Team is looking for an enthusiastic individual to support the Public Transport Team Manager in the day-to-day running of the team, deputise for the Team Manager when required, and provide supervisory support to allocated staff. Previous experience of working in an operational role is essential, as well as knowledge and understanding of public transport operations.</p><p>The City has ambitious plans to deliver improved sustainable transport options, both in the City and within the wider region. These plans include;</p><ul><li>Strategic corridor interventions to improve public transport, walking and cycling along key corridors</li><li>Transforming our local communities through the development of ‘Liveable Neighbourhoods’</li><li>Developing Mass Transit options for the city</li><li>Building on our success as Cycling City to further develop and implement a world class walking and cycling network in the city</li><li>Making school journeys safer and increasing walking and cycling by implementing School Streets</li><li>Behaviour change, engagement and training to promote sustainable transport modes</li></ul><p><strong>Role of the Public Transport Team</strong></p><p>The Public Transport Team is responsible for various aspects of the public transport system in Bristol and working with various internal and external stakeholders to make this happen. Some of the key aspects of the Public Transport Teams work are:</p><ul><li>The maintenance, renewal and upgrade of around 1400 bus stops</li><li>Generating income through bus stop suspension charges and bus shelter advertising</li><li>Analysing and responding to road closures and other issues which impact on the public transport network</li><li>Ensuring that new developments and projects take into consideration public transport requirements</li><li>Managing contracts relating to public transport infrastructure such as bus shelters and metrobus ipoints</li><li>Working with the West of England Combined Authority (the Transport Authority) to ensure co-ordination on various public transport matters at a local and strategic level</li><li>Working collaboratively with Coach Operators and the Taxi Trade</li><li>Working with organisers of special events, such as the Great Bristol Run and Balloon Fiesta, to ensure transport requirements are met</li><li>Delivering or supporting projects of varying scale and complexity.</li></ul><p><strong>What will I be doing?</strong></p><p>You will be responsible for overseeing the Public Transport Operations function of the Public Transport Team ensuring a high-class service is delivered across these, and other, aspects of the teams work area. Key aspects of the role include analysing and responding to planned an unplanned events which occur on the roads and ensuring that measures are in place to minimise the impact on the public transport users. This requires collaborative working with internal and external stakeholders.</p><p>Under the direction of the Public Transport Team Manager, you will also be required to support the development and delivery of bus strategies and initiatives, such as:</p><ul><li>Enhanced Partnership Advisory Panel and Board</li><li>MetroBus Performance Review Group</li><li>Bus Services Improvement Plan Programme Board</li></ul><p><strong>How do I apply?</strong></p><p>If you share our values and are ready to be part of our exciting journey please select the apply button below.</p><p>To be shortlisted for interview you’ll need to demonstrate how you meet each of the essential criteria in the Person Specification within the Further Information section of your application. On occasion we will receive high numbers of applications, we may then shortlist against the desirable criteria along with the essential criteria, so if you can, please demonstrate how you meet this in your application.</p>

Full Time, Permanent (Job Share/Part Time applicantions will be welcome)The Public Transport Team is looking for an enthusiastic individual to support the Public Transport Team Manager in the day-to-day running of the team, deputise for the Team Manager when required, and provide supervisory support to allocated staff. Previous experience of working in an operational role is essential, as well as knowledge and understanding of public transport operations.The City has ambitious plans to deliver improved sustainable transport options, both in the City and within the wider region. These plans include;Strategic corridor interventions to improve public transport, walking and cycling along key corridorsTransforming our local communities through the development of ‘Liveable Neighbourhoods’Developing Mass Transit options for the cityBuilding on our success as Cycling City to further develop and implement a world class walking and cycling network in the cityMaking school journeys safer and increasing walking and cycling by implementing School StreetsBehaviour change, engagement and training to promote sustainable transport modesRole of the Public Transport TeamThe Public Transport Team is responsible for various aspects of the public transport system in Bristol and working with various internal and external stakeholders to make this happen. Some of the key aspects of the Public Transport Teams work are:The maintenance, renewal and upgrade of around 1400 bus stopsGenerating income through bus stop suspension charges and bus shelter advertisingAnalysing and responding to road closures and other issues which impact on the public transport networkEnsuring that new developments and projects take into consideration public transport requirementsManaging contracts relating to public transport infrastructure such as bus shelters and metrobus ipointsWorking with the West of England Combined Authority (the Transport Authority) to ensure co-ordination on various public transport matters at a local and strategic levelWorking collaboratively with Coach Operators and the Taxi TradeWorking with organisers of special events, such as the Great Bristol Run and Balloon Fiesta, to ensure transport requirements are metDelivering or supporting projects of varying scale and complexity.What will I be doing?You will be responsible for overseeing the Public Transport Operations function of the Public Transport Team ensuring a high-class service is delivered across these, and other, aspects of the teams work area. Key aspects of the role include analysing and responding to planned an unplanned events which occur on the roads and ensuring that measures are in place to minimise the impact on the public transport users. This requires collaborative working with internal and external stakeholders.Under the direction of the Public Transport Team Manager, you will also be required to support the development and delivery of bus strategies and initiatives, such as:Enhanced Partnership Advisory Panel and BoardMetroBus Performance Review GroupBus Services Improvement Plan Programme BoardHow do I apply?If you share our values and are ready to be part of our exciting journey please select the apply button below.To be shortlisted for interview you’ll need to demonstrate how you meet each of the essential criteria in the Person Specification within the Further Information section of your application. On occasion we will receive high numbers of applications, we may then shortlist against the desirable criteria along with the essential criteria, so if you can, please demonstrate how you meet this in your application.

Principal Public Transport Officer - Operations - Bristol City Council

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  <b>Full Time, Permanent (Job Share/Part Time applicantions will be welcome)</b>
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  <br> The Public Transport Team is looking for an enthusiastic individual to support the Public Transport Team Manager in the day-to-day running of the team, deputise for the Team Manager when required, and provide supervisory support to allocated staff. Previous experience of working in an operational role is essential, as well as knowledge and understanding of public transport operations.
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   The City has ambitious plans to deliver improved sustainable transport options, both in the City and within the wider region. These plans include;
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  <li>Strategic corridor interventions to improve public transport, walking and cycling along key corridors</li> 
  <li>Transforming our local communities through the development of ‘Liveable Neighbourhoods’</li> 
  <li>Developing Mass Transit options for the city</li> 
  <li>Building on our success as Cycling City to further develop and implement a world class walking and cycling network in the city</li> 
  <li>Making school journeys safer and increasing walking and cycling by implementing School Streets</li> 
  <li>Behaviour change, engagement and training to promote sustainable transport modes</li>
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  <b> Role of the Public Transport Team</b>
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  <br> The Public Transport Team is responsible for various aspects of the public transport system in Bristol and working with various internal and external stakeholders to make this happen. Some of the key aspects of the Public Transport Teams work are:
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  <li>The maintenance, renewal and upgrade of around 1400 bus stops</li> 
  <li>Generating income through bus stop suspension charges and bus shelter advertising</li> 
  <li>Analysing and responding to road closures and other issues which impact on the public transport network</li> 
  <li>Ensuring that new developments and projects take into consideration public transport requirements</li> 
  <li>Managing contracts relating to public transport infrastructure such as bus shelters and metrobus ipoints</li> 
  <li>Working with the West of England Combined Authority (the Transport Authority) to ensure co-ordination on various public transport matters at a local and strategic level</li> 
  <li>Working collaboratively with Coach Operators and the Taxi Trade</li> 
  <li>Working with organisers of special events, such as the Great Bristol Run and Balloon Fiesta, to ensure transport requirements are met</li> 
  <li>Delivering or supporting projects of varying scale and complexity.</li>
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  <b> What will I be doing?</b>
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  <br> You will be responsible for overseeing the Public Transport Operations function of the Public Transport Team ensuring a high-class service is delivered across these, and other, aspects of the teams work area. Key aspects of the role include analysing and responding to planned an unplanned events which occur on the roads and ensuring that measures are in place to minimise the impact on the public transport users. This requires collaborative working with internal and external stakeholders.
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  <br> Under the direction of the Public Transport Team Manager, you will also be required to support the development and delivery of bus strategies and initiatives, such as:
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  <li>Enhanced Partnership Advisory Panel and Board</li> 
  <li>MetroBus Performance Review Group</li> 
  <li>Bus Services Improvement Plan Programme Board</li>
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  <b> Why Bristol City Council?</b>
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  <br> Working for Bristol City Council is about more than just a job. We’re not about building profits to make money for someone else, we’re about supporting the development of our City, improving life chances and outcomes for our population. We’re clearly focused on making a difference to the people and the communities across the City.
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   At Bristol City Council, we go that extra mile for our people; we offer a supportive working environment, giving you the chance to use your skills and develop new ones within a high-profile organisation. Hybrid working arrangements are available, giving teams the opportunity to work in a way that suits them, balancing service need and individual choice – mixing both home and office working. There will be an expectation for you to attend the office according to business need, but this is an evolving balance and the team has a mixed approach.
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  <br> If you share our values and are ready to be part of our exciting journey please select the apply button below.
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  <br> To be shortlisted for interview you’ll need to demonstrate how you meet each of the essential criteria in the Person Specification within the Further Information section of your application. On occasion we will receive high numbers of applications, we may then shortlist against the desirable criteria along with the essential criteria, so if you can, please demonstrate how you meet this in your application.
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 <div> <b>For an informal discussion please contact Stephen Pick on 07584425242.</b>
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  <br> <i>At Bristol City Council, we value having a workforce as diverse as the city we serve. We therefore welcome, develop and promote people from all sections of the community. Appointments will be made on merit.</i>
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