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Bluebell Railway Fundraiser and Trust Support Team

Join the Bluebell Railway Fundraising & Trust Support Team (Voluntary Role). The Bluebell Railway is one of the UK’s leading heritage railways, dedicated to preserving the past for future generations. A vital part of this work is fundraising – ensuring we have the resources to maintain, restore, and grow our railway. We are seeking enthusiastic volunteers to join our Funding Team and Bluebell Railway Trust support team. About the Role We are developing a new Funding Strategy, which will help us decide what to apply for, where, and when. To make this happen, we need people who can assist with: • Drafting and developing funding applications • Researching data and opportunities • Managing and monitoring grant applications In addition, the Bluebell Railway Trust carries out important day-to-day work, such as liaising with donors, handling legacies, and managing accounts. We are also looking for volunteers with skills in: • Administration • Bookkeeping What We’re Looking For We would love to hear from you if you have experience in any of the following: • Grant application writing • Business bid development or tendering • Project research and administration • General administration or bookkeeping

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Legacy Manager – Bluebell Railway Trust

We are looking for a volunteer to help the Trust team with wills and legacies, which includes liaising with executors and their solicitors, and monitoring and reporting on the progress of the administration of estates. We also assist individuals who are thinking of leaving gifts in their wills to the Bluebell. The role would perhaps suit a retired solicitor, accountant or professional executor, or someone with a reasonable working knowledge of the law and practice of wills and estate administration. A sympathetic and helpful approach to donors and the ability to work closely with colleagues would be beneficial. You do not need to be a legacy professional. The Trust team works on site at Sheffield Park Station on Wednesdays or Thursdays, although much of their work is done remotely from home. The Trust, like the Bluebell as a whole, supports equal opportunities. The Bluebell Railway Trust, the charity that supports the Railway, is best known for managing our main fundraising appeals, donations and Gift Aid. It also receives gifts that very generous supporters leave us in their wills, known as legacies. Without such gifts the Railway would not be able to carry out much of the restoration work that is essential for its ongoing operation. Current and future projects that are being funded from gifts in wills include:- The overhauls of Q Class No 541and P Class 323 “Bluebell” The replacement of almost half a mile of worn-out track south of Sharpthorne Tunnel The overhaul of Bulleid designed Carriages

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Primary School Governor – Harlands Community Primary & Nursery School

They are looking to recruit a co-opted governor. As members of the Full Board of Governors, governors work closely with the headteacher, supporting them and challenging them. The role will include: Attending governing board meetings, these normally take place around six times a year and are normally held outside school hours in the early evening. Looking at information and evidence on the school’s progress and discussing with school leaders. Visiting the school to see plans working in practice, and listening to the views of staff, pupils and parents. Training and ongoing development is provided by East Sussex Local Authority and through GovernorHub. This is all explained in the governor induction programme. Governors need to be committed, have the inquisitiveness to question and analyse, and the willingness to learn. They need good interpersonal skills, an appropriate level of literacy and be sufficiently numerate to understand basic data. It is preferable if any applicants do not have children/grandchildren at the school - as they already have parent elected governors and are looking for a balanced mix.

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Volunteer Workers – Bluebell Railway Trust

Join the Bluebell Railway Trust Team – Help Keep Steam Alive! The Bluebell Railway Trust is at the heart of the Bluebell Railway. As a registered charity, its mission is to preserve and restore our heritage. From rebuilding historic locomotives to refurbishing stations like Horsted Keynes, the Trust plays a vital role in ensuring the railway’s future. It also owns locomotives and rolling stock and operates key attractions, including the Museum and SteamWorks at Sheffield Park Station. However, maintaining this incredible legacy is a challenging yet rewarding task—and we need skilled, passionate people to help make it happen. Without the Trust, the future of the Bluebell Railway would be uncertain. How You Can Help If you share our passion for heritage, we invite you to join our dedicated team. We are looking for individuals with a wide range of skills, including: • Accountants – to manage the charity’s complex finances • Legal experts – to assist with legacy management • Marketing & sales professionals – to promote the Trust and boost fundraising • Museum Front of House – to help with visitor engagement and front-of-house roles • General management & administration – to oversee key operations of the Trust Whatever your expertise, there’s a place for you in this important and exciting team.

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Governor – Woodlands Federation Governing Board

Are you interested in making a difference in the lives of children? Governors make a vital contribution to the success of our schools. All that is needed is commitment, a willingness to be part of a team and an ability to ask questions! Woodlands Federation Governing Board is made up of governors from all walks of life, with a range of different backgrounds, skills and experiences, but they all work together for the benefit of the schools in the federation. The full Governing Board meets six to eight times per year during term time, on a Wednesday at 5.00pm for up to 2 hours - these meetings are face to face, but governors can also join remotely. Governors also use their identified skills and expertise in the Finance Committee and in working groups, which are created from time to time, these have a specific focus and report back to the full Governing Board.

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Trustee – Headway Sussex

Headway Sussex are on the lookout for a passionate individual to join their Board of Trustees and make a real impact in the lives of those affected by Acquired Brain Injury (ABI). Whether you have transferable skills from your career or are someone with lived experience of ABI, they are interested in hearing from you, believing that diverse perspectives are key to their success in supporting the community. As a Trustee, you'll play a crucial role in shaping their direction and ensuring effective governance of the charity. Your dedication will directly impact the lives of those they serve. Days and times to be confirmed with volunteers.

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Trustee – Wealden Citizens Advice

Are you looking for an opportunity to contribute to the community with an organisation that provides vital help and support to local people? Volunteering as a Trustee with Wealden Citizens Advice is a richly rewarding experience, providing many opportunities to contribute to and safeguard the organisation’s work. They are an active Board committed to helping shape the future of Wealden Citizens Advice. Their Board is seeking new members who have the potential to help define the direction of the organisation and support their staff and volunteers in the way it is run. You will work as a member of an enthusiastic Trustee Board comprising professionals from several fields. As well as developing experience of the voluntary sector and in information and advice-giving, you will be able to support and mentor their Chief Executive. You’ll have access to training opportunities through central Citizens Advice and you can help to make a real difference in your community. They meet approximately 10 times a year in the evenings and afternoon. Travel expenses will be covered.

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Trustee – Sussex Trug Heritage Centre

The Heritage Centre company offers an important way for the community to provide help in stabilising Sussex Trug production and create job opportunities for people of all ages within a revitalised industry. It will also create an interesting tourist attraction for Wealden. This is a new board of trustees and will be committed to shaping the future of the Sussex Trug Industry for future generations. The board members should have the potential to help define the direction of the organisation and support staff and volunteers. An enthusiastic Trustee Board of, initially, four members, will comprise professionals from different disciplines including legal, financial, management and marketing. Members of the board will help provide funds and training for new employees and volunteers. Members would be expected to meet every three months and to be able to undertake projects to help achieve the goals of the not-for-profit company. It may be necessary for Zoom or Team meetings to take place occasionally outside of board meetings.

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