Pay Level: 6 Contract Type: Permanent Working Hours: 37 per week The closing date for applications is midnight on 5th March 2025 What you’ll be doing: Working in a small Transport team,you will be assisting the Transport Team Leader in initiating and developing active travel schemes including cycling, walking and e-scooters. As a team member, you will take the lead in implementing active travel enhancements. This includes overseeing the delivery of improvements and evaluating the Slough local cycling and walking infrastructure plans (LCWIP) and managing the e-scooter and e-bike scheme. Additionally, you will be responsible for preparing and submitting bids to secure funding for the proposed routes. The ongoing development of our plans will not only enhance our ability to secure external funding but also enhance the successful execution of schemes, ultimately contributing to comprehensive improvements. To promote active travel, you will need to build and maintain positive relationships with a range of audiences including local councillors, businesses, schools and other stakeholders. Essential skills for this role include actively listening to concerns, proposing effective solutions, and communicating clearly. Key activities include, assisting in the delivery of projects and programmes for the Council and providing effective management, financial and project support commensurate to the level. Able to manage own time effectively and identify priorities for self and others where there is direct or indirect line management responsibility. Our Council: Our vision is to make a difference to our communities and our environment and we would love you to join us in our mission All of our employees, whatever their job, contribute greatly to delivering services to local people - either directly, or by supporting colleagues. We celebrate diversity and are continuously striving for our residents to enjoy fulfilling prosperous and healthy lives. What we offer: We offer a supportive place to grow and develop your career with a real opportunity for your input to be valued and heard. Ambition and innovation will be required now more than ever and you will join a friendly and collaborative environment where you are encouraged to thrive. Annual increments, where applicable, are usually payable on 1st April each year, subject to six months service in the post, until the maximum spinal column point of the level has been reached. The payment of annual increments is not automatic and is subject to satisfactory performance as assessed by your Director. Alongside a competitive salary, we provide: 26 days annual leave (not including Bank holidays), rising to 30 days between 2 - 5 years’ service and 33 days after 5 years’ service. The Local Government Pension Scheme We offer a wider range of great benefits including: Flexible and hybrid working options to promote work-life balance Our commitment to equality and diversity through a range of employee networks Wellbeing initiatives Tax - free childcare and childcare services Season loan ticket - to help with the cost of your rail / bus journey to & from work. Right to Work: All applicants must have a valid right to work in the UK. If you require sponsorship, please contact Recruitmentslough.gov.uk before submitting an application. Interested? We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. If appointed, all posts will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks. Slough Borough Council is an inclusive employer and we encourage and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. We select staff on merit and we foster a workforce where people are valued, and represents the local communities that we serve. Slough Borough Council is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. We want our application process to be open and accessible. If you wish to make your application in an alternative format, please email Recruitmentslough.gov.uk quoting the job reference – our Accessibility Statement has more information. How to Apply: Please click on the apply button below to submit your application. We look forward to hearing from you Join our team at Slough Borough Council and help accelerate our journey of transformation and growth The Council reserves the right to close adverts early should we receive a number of suitable applications.