Stoke-on-Trent City Council
Directorate: Housing, Regeneration and Operations
Section: Transport Policy
Location: Civic Centre
Grade: Level 5
Salary: 26,403 – 28,598 per annum
Hours: 37 hours per week
This advert is open to both internal and external applicants.
About us
We are a city of strengths, with a proud heritage and bright future. Working for Stoke-on Trent City Council is more than just a job, it’s about making, protecting and improving the services for the local population, reducing inequalities and improving independence for the people who live and work in the city. And that’s where you come in. We are always looking for people of the highest calibre with skills, knowledge and experience to help us deliver our compelling vision.
Stoke-on-Trent City Council’s diverse and talented workforce is its greatest asset and most valuable resource. The skills, knowledge and experience of our c.4,600 employees are essential to delivering our ambitions and vision for our organisation and Stoke-on-Trent. We want to be an employer that people are proud to work for, and where our staff are supported, developed and rewarded in an inclusive way that helps them to excel and to deliver the high-quality services that our residents need.
Further information on the Council and our directorates
The Role
Are you passionate about making it easier for people to walk, wheel and cycle?
Stoke-on-Trent City Council is looking for an enthusiastic Active Travel Officer to lead engagement with workplaces across the city, helping employers encourage healthier, more sustainable travel choices.
Working with businesses of all sizes, you’ll support the development of Workplace Travel Plans, identify barriers to sustainable travel and deliver practical initiatives that encourage staff to choose active and sustainable modes of transport.
Responsibilities
- Supporting businesses to develop Workplace Travel Plans.
- Building relationships with employers and business networks.
- Planning and delivering active travel campaigns and events.
- Organising workplace initiatives such as walking and cycling challenges, Dr Bike sessions and travel awareness events.
- Promoting national campaigns including Bike Week, Walk to Work Week and Clean Air Day.
- Monitoring the impact of projects and identifying opportunities for future initiatives.
Requirements
- Excellent communication and organisational skills
- Experience of engaging with a range of stakeholders, and a passion for behaviour change and sustainable transport
- Experience in workplace travel planning or active travel is desirable but not essential
This is an exciting opportunity to help businesses reduce car journeys, improve employee wellbeing and support a healthier, greener Stoke-on-Trent.
For an informal discussion or to find out more, please contact travel.smart@stoke.gov.uk
What we offer
- A competitive salary based on your skills, experience and talent
- Hybrid and flexible working options
- An excellent local authority benefits pension scheme
- Professional development through learning opportunities, regular training sessions and apprenticeship and management schemes
Further information on our Rewards and Benefits can be found here
Pre-Employment Checks
- Right to Work in the UK
- Proof of address
- Satisfactory references
- Occupational Health Clearance
- Evidence of professional qualifications or registrations
- DBS check at the appropriate level (if applicable for the role)
The Council will not accept any speculative CVs from employment agencies.
No agency terms and conditions accompanying any such CVs will be accepted by the Council.
Any unsolicited information sent by an employment agency will be treated as the property of the Council.
Please note that if an employee who is currently at risk of redundancy within the organisation applies for this vacancy their application will receive priority. If this happens you will be advised accordingly.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
At Stoke-on-Trent City Council, we believe our strength comes from the diversity of our community, and we want our workforce to reflect that. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences. We understand that some people, especially those from underrepresented or marginalised backgrounds, may hesitate to apply if they don’t meet all the listed requirements. If this role interests you and you think you could be a good fit, we encourage you to apply. We are proud of what makes each of us unique and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels included, can be themselves, and can succeed together.
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