Our Committee
Trustees:
The Charity Trustees of the Club are all the members of the Management Committee: Chair, Vice Chair, Treasurer,Secretary and General Members. They also form the Registered Provider for Ofsted. The Trustees have ultimate responsibility for directing the affairs of the charity and ensuring it is solvent, well run, and remains true to its charitable purpose.
The Management Committee:
The Constitution is the governing document for the Management Committee, which out lines the rules within which the Committee can operate. The current copy of the signed Constitution It can be downloaded here.
The Committee meets on a regular basis, usually every month to 6 weeks, and holds an annual AGM.
The Committee oversees the management of the Club and ensures it acts legally and responsibly. It provides the structure within which the Club runs, such as the operating framework for the setting, policies and procedures.
The Committee carries out the annual appraisal of the Playcare Manager, and provides support where required. A table below outlines the main responsibilities of each Committee member.
Anyone interested in joining the Committee normally joins at our annual AGM usually held in November each year. However if you interested in joining, please let the Manager or Committee Chair know, as we are always keen to welcome new members. For further information on duties and what it is like to be on the committee, please ask a member of the committee or email us.
The Current Committee Members are:
Cathrine Perriss (known as Kate Perriss) (Chair)
Hannah Downs (Vice Chair)
Danielle Chambers (Treasurer)
Charlotte Knott (Secretary)
General Members:
All Committee Members undergo enhanced DBS checks.
If you have any queries as regards places at any of the clubs, please contact the Playcare Manager Pauline Lambdon-Reed (Coulton) on senlisscallywags@gmail.com or on 07758 656925.
Committee Broad Roles & Responsibilities
Chair
- ensures the Management Committee functions properly for example according to its constitution & the organisation is managed effectively;
- provides support and supervision to the Playcare Manager;
- is a figurehead for the organisation.
Vice Chair
- supports the Chair;
- deputises for the Chair when required;
Secretary
- ensures meetings are effectively organised and minuted;
Treasurer
- ensures there are effective financial systems and procedures in place;
- ensures these are in line with best practice and legal requirements.
General Members
- support the Club with ideas, challenges and fundraising activities.