Pay: £25,450 - £28,450 full time salary (dependent on experience)

Hours: Fixed Term contract November 2025 – November 2026 potential to extend to permanent contract

Hybrid working: Hybrid working from GL1 office, home working and outreach locations in Gloucestershire and Oxfordshire

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About Us

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Oxfordshire and Gloucestershire Community Rail Partnership (GOCRP) works to strengthen our community’s relationship with train travel and public transport in our region.

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We do that by engaging with and listening to our community and visitors, to understand their needs, thoughts and opinions on travelling by rail and other sustainable modes of transport. And by working with industry partners, stakeholders and local government to create a local public transport system that is inclusive, positive and sustainable – today, tomorrow and for the future.

 

Role Overview

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Leading on Youth Engagement and Insight, you'll be connecting young people with rail, sustainable travel, nature and the Cotswolds National Landscape. This role is ideal for a motivated self-starter passionate about climate action, youth empowerment, and accessible transport.

 

Key Responsibilities:

 

1. Youth Transport Forum Coordination:

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   - Coordinate youth transport forums

   - Facilitate discussions on young people's transport needs and perspectives

   - Engage young people in potential transport careers

   - Analyse and present findings to our industry partners

   - Ensure diverse representation and active engagement

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2.  Creating Opportunities for Rural Access:

 

   - Collaborate with our local partners, youth groups, and our Cotswolds Partners

   - Organise and deliver in-house travel training for underrepresented young people (training provided)

   - Encourage access to the Cotswolds National Landscape by rail and other forms of sustainable transport

   - Promote confidence in public transport use among diverse youth

-  Create informative and engaging resources to promote independent travel

- Engage with rural youth to understand perspectives on public transport and opportunities

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3. Engagement and Insight

 

- Co-ordinate and facilitate engaging and relevant focus groups

- Develop surveys in collaboration with participants to identify broader perspectives and trends 

- Undertake grassroots community engagement and outreach

- Evaluation of those insights and presentation of findings as per project requirement

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What We're Looking For

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- A passion for championing sustainable travel and environmental issues

- Strong communication and listening skills, adaptable to different audiences- Confidence to connect with and inspire young people

- Creative thinking and problem-solving abilities

- Self-starter with strong teamwork skills

- Interest in community engagement, working with young people, or research and analysis to influence change

- Confidence using public transport and enthusiasm for outdoor activities

- An eye for detail and processes

- Engagement and evaluation skills to support with reports and monitoring methods

 

We would particularly welcome applications from individuals aged under 25 years due to the target audience for this project.

 

 

Why This Role Matters

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Your insights will be crucial in ensuring young people's voices are heard and our projects meet their needs. You'll help build a more inclusive, sustainable, and accessible transport future while gaining valuable experience in project management, community engagement, and research and analysis.

 

Growth and Development

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We offer mentorship and training to help you develop in this role. You'll have opportunities to learn from experienced professionals and expand your skills in a supportive environment.

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Our Team and Culture

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Join a diverse, passionate team driven by making a difference. We value fresh perspectives and encourage innovative thinking in a collaborative, flexible work environment.

 

Diversity and Inclusion

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We actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, particularly those underrepresented in the transport sector. Go Community Rail Partnership aims to create an environment where everyone can thrive.

 

No formal qualification is necessary if you can demonstrate relevant skills, experience and drive.

 

How to Apply

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If you're ready to make an impact and be part of an organisation committed to equity and sustainable travel, we want to hear from you. At Go Community Rail Partnership CIC, we are dedicated to creating a diverse and fair workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities – because we know that our differences strengthen our organisation and our work.

 

So, if you're excited about shaping the future of rail, travel and transport we look forward to hearing from you. Please click the link below and send your CV and a cover letter through by 9am on Monday the  22nd September.

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• In your cover letter, explain how your skills match the criteria and why you're interested in this role.

• Interviews will take place on the 8th October in person in Gloucester

• Intended start date November 2025

 

If you'd like to discuss the position before applying, please email us to arrange a call. We welcome applications in various formats, including written, video, or audio recordings, to ensure our application process is accessible to all.

 

If you know someone who would suit this role, please share this opportunity with them – you never know who might be the next game-changer in travel!

 

Thank you for considering joining our team at Go Community Rail Partnership CIC.