Active Travel Officer (Redeployment)

• Suffolk County Council
• Address: Endeavour House Ipswich IP1 2BX West Suffolk House Bury St Edmunds IP33 3YU or Riverside Lowestoft NR33 3YU
• Salary: 34434 per annum (pro rata for part time)
• Hours: 37 hours per week flexible working options available
• Contract: Permanent

This advert is open to current redeployment Suffolk County Council staff only

At Suffolk County Council every role is a chance to create positive just a local authority;werea team of dedicated individuals working together to improve lives across our diverse communities. As an Active Travel Officeryoullhave the unique opportunity to see the direct impact of your work on the people and places that make Suffolk special. Your contributions will help build a more sustainable future for all. Ifyourepassionate about making a real tangible differenceitstime to reimagine your career with us and turn your passion for positive change into action.

Your role and responsibilities

• Although working across a wide range of organisations your main duties will focus on working with developers to make it easier for people to choose walking cycling or public transport for local journeys from / to new developments.

• Provide advice and guidance to the local planning authorities on proposals for new developments to ensure that a commit to sustainable travel is included within any planning permissions granted and then to ensure that the developers and / or their agents are held accountable to those commitments.

• Work with internal and external stakeholders and partners to ensure that your work reflects the needs of all and that there is an inclusive approach to this. This includes Public Health Children & Young People and the District Councils.

• You will have the opportunity to be innovative and forward thinking in your approach to your workload and develop relationships with a wide range of colleagues.

• Work as part of a team within Transport Strategy and the wider Growth Highways and Infrastructure Directorate where your work will contribute directly to the priorities of the Council.

• Work with developers residents and schools to deliver effective activities and interventions. This a key element within the Suffolk Local Transport Plan

You will need

We hope that youll bring a positive approach to your work whilst being prepared to challenge organisations that dont maintain their commitments to sustainable travel.

• An understanding of travel plans or the planning system or experience of working with Local Planning Authorities would be desirable.

• To demonstrate experience of successful partnership working have an understanding of local travel options and be committed to the promotion of active and sustainable travel.

• To take forward project work with minimum supervision be able to work well with others both in the team and your wider contacts and be self-motivated and have the ability to successfully motivate others.

You can view a full list of requirements in theJob and Person Profile (Word). If you believe you can succeed in this role apply. Even if you dont meet all requirements still apply. We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application.

The team

• We are all highly committed to enabling people to choose active travel where possible and recognise the benefits that it brings in terms of individual wellbeing and societal sustainability.

• We are a team where being empowered and trusted and taking ownership of your work are a given and along with mutual support these contribute our success our motivation and our enjoyment at work.

• We have won two national sustainable travel awards in the last two years and want to continue being great at what we do.

Empowering Everyone

Were big believers in potential possibility and the power of different ideas. Were always searching for ways to encourage respect and enable everyone to be the best they can be. We want to represent the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all individuals especially those from groups that are currently underrepresented in the organisation as shown in our Workforce Equality Report.

For more information

Please contact Chris Grover (he/him) for a casual conversation. You can reach them by calling or emailing

How to apply

Step 1 - Read the Job and Person Profile (Word).

Step 2 - Click Apply Now to start your online application.

Step 3 -Upload asupporting statementanswering the following questions below (no more than 400 words per question). You should use theSupporting Statement template.

1. Describe a travel plan you developed and delivered from inception to completion. What was your approach and how did you monitor outcomes

2. Describe a situation where you had to interpret transport legislation guidance or policy and translate it into clear advice or a recommendation for different Give an example of how you ensured fairness and inclusion when developing or implementing a travel plan or intervention

3. Give an example of how you ensured fairness and inclusion when developing or implementing a travel plan or intervention

Step 4 -Upload a CV which focuses on your recent work experience over the last 5 years (without name and personal details).

Please note:Without a supporting statement and CV your interest will not be progressed. Any supporting documents must be in either PDF or MS Word format.

For guidance on completing your application please see ourHow to Apply page.

We value authentic applications that showcase your genuine skills and experiences so we encourage you to present your own work and ideas throughout the process. You can also read ourUsing AI in Your Application and Interview guidance to understand acceptable and unacceptable use of AI. If AI is used inappropriately your application may not be progressed.

Do you need any reasonable adjustments to help you to apply If you are disabled and/or have additional support needs you can request reasonable adjustments. You can do this by contacting our Recruitment Team ator. You can find examples of possible adjustments on ourReasonable Adjustment pages. If youre invited to the next stage youll have another chance to request adjustments.

Closing date:11.30pm 8 March 2026.

Interview date: 12 March 2026.

This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts. #LI-Hybrid