The Board of Trustees has now set a date for the 2020 AGM which will be Saturday 19th September at 2 PM. This will be by Zoom videoconference. The Board acknowledges that not all Members may be able to attend due to absence of or difficulties with, technology but have decided to hold the meeting in order to be able to progress some important decisions in relation to the ongoing management of the Trust. The meeting will therefore be limited to the conduct of formal AGM business only. The Board intends to hold a general meeting at a later date when the rules permit and when venues are available for physical use. Details of the AGM with voting arrangements will be sent out to members in the next few weeks
Learning and Education Officer
July 29, 2026
WEST SOMERSET RAILWAY HERITAGE TRUST LEARNING AND EDUCATION OFFICER We are seeking a professional and experienced person to fill this key role within the WSR Heritage Trust. This is a flexible [12 hours per week] paid role, based at WSR Bishops Lydeard Station. This exciting role embraces developing and administering: the Schools Programme engaging with younger learners; the Families Offer of family focussed activities and events related to our museums; and developing the Outdoor Offer for community learning at our locations. You will lead, develop and manage a small volunteer learning team, to optimise our programme and activity delivery. Reporting to the Vice Chairman/Company Secretary, you will have a professional and policy link to the Trustee – Museum Collections and Learning and close working with the Museum Curator. You will provide regular reports to the Trust Board and contribute to the Trust Newsletter and the Learning and Education Programme. Applicants should be suitably qualified with a degree or equivalent, or work experience in Teaching and Learning; knowledge of KS1/2 History and Science, together with experience of delivering learning programmes, and extensive IT skills. The postholder should have strong leadership and organisational skills and communicate effectively at all levels. Please contact john.robinson@wsrht.co.uk for further details and an information pack. Completed application forms together with a CV should be forwarded to him by not later than 17 August 2026. For an informal discussion about the role then please contact Steve Williams Vice Chairman and Company Secretary either on 07748-637209 or email steve@williamsemail.uk.
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