Vacancies

 

Arun Community Transport have a vacancy for a Service Manager

Please contact for more details and job description ; chris.fuller@actransport.org.uk

Hours: 25 hours a week, 8am to 1 pm Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday

Salary: £29,233 PA Equivalent) Pro Rata £19,752

Base: Office based in our Dove Lodge Community Resource Centre office, but flexible

working would be needed to cover meetings.

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Closing Date: Fri 30 January 2026 

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Interview Date: TBC

 

Call for Driver Volunteers

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We need to recruit more drivers to continue meeting the increasing demands for our service. Drivers use their own vehicles, and the charity will carry out a DBS (Police Check). Most insurers recognise the value of community transport and include this at no additional cost.

Drivers are paid mileage for their trips at 45p a mile, with a minimum payment of £5.00 paid.

We are looking for drivers who can offer regular days each week or month.

Whatever time you can give will be much appreciated.

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We are looking for Volunteers to join our Office Team

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We are looking for volunteers to strengthen our existing office team. The role is varied but could include, answering

the telephone and processing information onto our booking system, updating our social media platforms, support our charity in running our funding events and recruitment fairs to promote our service and be involved in funding bids.

Full training will be given.

Patience is the most important skill needed, as some of our clients need a bit of time and support when arranging their trips.

The office is open from 8.30 to 1pm Monday to Friday. Any time you can give is a value to our service.

 

If you think that this may be something you could do, or if you are interested in having more information, please contact:

Chris Fuller

chris.fuller@actransport.org.uk

07778835518

 

Trustees

 

The trustees have strategic control of the charity as a corporate body.

We have four meetings a year.  Trustees are encouraged to visit and help in the daily operation of the charity.

No specialist knowledge is needed, just an interest in helping us run our charity.

 

Please contact Chris for an informal visit:

Chris Fuller

chris.fuller@actransport.org.uk

07778835518

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Chair for Board of Trustees

 

We are looking for a Chair to join the Board of Trustees Arun Community Transport.  Someone who has a passion for community transport, an understanding of governance and excellent financial acumen and experience of strong leadership.

With the rise of public support and awareness of our services, combined with the charity’s strong growth and financial stability, this role offers a fantastic opportunity for the right candidate.

If you feel you can make a real difference to the services we provide to local people and shape

our strategic direction for the future; this role will be a great fit.

 

Other key aspects of the role include:

• Strategic direction of the charity

• Governance

• Appointment and management of employed staff

• Risk management

• Board engagement, development and support

Knowledge, skills and experience required

• To have an understanding and acceptance of the legal duties, responsibilities and liabilities of the Board of Trustees and be prepared to access information and training to develop this

• To be committed to Nolan’s Seven Principles of Public Life: selflessness, integrity, objectivity, accountability, openness, honesty, and leadership

• To be able to operate strategically and to work effectively with the Board of Trustees and senior manager to develop the strategic vision for the organisation

• To have leadership skills for both leadership of the Board of Trustees and the organisation

• To have an understanding, knowledge or experience of key areas ( the voluntary sector, NHS and local government, business development) that will support the charity

• To have an understanding and commitment to equality, equity, and inclusion in line with our strategic objective to work towards becoming an Anti-Racist, Anti Discriminatory organisation

Applications welcome from all sections of the community.

 

To find out more about joining the board of Trustees, please contact Chris Fuller by leaving a message on 07778835518 or emailing chris.fuller@actransport.org.uk