Are you passionate about helping the Bewbush community thrive?

We are seeking to appoint an Independent Chairperson for the Bewbush Neighbourhood Board that will oversee the distribution of up to £20 million over ten years to improve the social, economic, and environmental wellbeing of residents in the neighbourhood as part of the government’s Pride in Place investment programme.

If you can help shape a bold vision for the area and drive meaningful, positive change, we would love to hear from you. This is a voluntary position, with reasonable expenses reimbursed. The appointment will be for an initial 12-month term and will require a considerable commitment and investment of time.

We are looking for someone with:

• a proven track record at senior level within complex organisations (public, private, or voluntary)
• strong knowledge of corporate governance and compliance
• excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to build effective relationships with government, partners, and diverse community groups
• strategic thinking, sound financial judgement, and the ability to lead confidently and independently

Key initial responsibilities of the Chair:

• lead the creation and establishment of the Neighbourhood Board, including its membership, and the approach to community engagement
• work with the Neighbourhood Board to develop the area’s first Pride in Place Plan, setting out a clear vision and investment priorities for submission to government by November 2026.

Interested?

Please read the role overview below for details on the purpose of the role and the attributes we are looking for.

To find out more about Pride in Place, visit our Pride in Place Bewbush webpage. To discuss this opportunity, please email prideinplace@crawley.gov.uk. 

To apply, please send a supporting statement (maximum two A4 pages) to prideinplace@crawley.gov.uk, outlining how you meet the requirements of the role.

Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an informal conversation with the MP for Crawley and council representatives.

Closing date for applications: Friday 20 March.

Would you like to help shape the future of Crawley Homes’ services? We are looking for enthusiastic Crawley Homes’ tenants to join our new Landlord Assurance Board. This role ensures tenant voices influence decisions, challenge performance, and strengthen services. 

The Landlord Assurance Board is a new board and the aim is to make sure tenants’ experiences and priorities are understood at senior decision-making level. You will contribute to oversight of housing services, highlight risks or concerns, and help drive service improvements.

For further information and to express your interest in the role, please read the documents below:

Do you like working out in the fresh air and getting close to nature? Do you want to support a community project? Do you have a few hours a month spare time? Then why not consider a volunteering role at Tilgate Zoo? We are looking for those with a flair for gardening and grounds maintenance to help the zoo team to look after the site in Tilgate Park.

There is always plenty to do, year-round. There’ll be weeding, clearing undergrowth, keeping pathways clear of fallen leaves, mowing grass and trimming shrubs right through to painting fences and buildings, simple repair work and landscaping. Besides this our staff and volunteers encourage wildlife through the installation, maintenance and monitoring of bird and bat boxes and habitats that encourage biodiversity. The workload and tasks vary from season to season but what we can guarantee is a sense of satisfaction, the benefits of physical work in the fresh air and in the company of some amazing animals and dedicated zoo keepers.

For more details and to apply please visit the work with us page on the Tilgate Zoo website. If you want further details or have any questions regarding the opportunity contact tilgate.placements@crawley.gov.uk or call 01293 521168.

Do you want to make a difference in your community? Do you have the talent to inspire others?

As either a Waste Prevention Volunteer or an Advanced Waste Prevention Volunteer, you’ll engage with a diverse range of people, demonstrating genuine commitment to protecting the environment regarding waste prevention.

You will be provided with full training on Crawley Borough Council’s recycling and waste services, so don’t worry if you don’t already know everything! All we ask is a willingness to spread the three R’s message and a commitment of volunteering two hours a month.  

Visit the West Sussex County Council website for more information and to apply.