Community Transport Network and Operations development Coordinator
Three-year fixed-term contract | Full time | Based in Northumberland | Salary: £30,000–£33,000 per annum, depending on experience
Application deadline: Monday, September 21, 2026, 12:00. Interviews will be held week commencing Monday, October 5, 2026.
About WATBus and the Project
For 26 years, WATBus has provided flexible, accessible transport for people whose needs are not met by mainstream services.
Through this new Motability-funded project, we will help strengthen community transport across Northumberland by supporting local organisations, volunteers and partners to share good practice, improve services and identify gaps in provision.
WATBus Community Transport is seeking a Project Coordinator to support an exciting three-year project to develop a Community Transport Organisation Network across Northumberland.
Responsibilities
- Help develop and promote the Northumberland Community Transport Organisation Network
- Coordinate training and events
- Support volunteers
- Liaise with Community Transport Organisations
- Represent WATBus at local, regional and national events
- Help identify opportunities to develop services such as voluntary car schemes, shopping shuttles and other community transport initiatives
About You
We are looking for someone with strong organisational and communication skills, along with experience of working with communities, volunteers or partner organisations. You will be committed to improving access to essential services for people who may be isolated, excluded or unable to use mainstream transport.
What You’ll Bring
Knowledge of community transport, volunteer support, MiDAS or First Aid training would be an advantage.
This is a rewarding opportunity to play a key role in improving community transport across Northumberland and making a real difference to people’s independence, wellbeing and ability to take part in community life.