Management committee role | Management responsibilities |
Role of the chair | Role of the treasurer | Role of the secretary | People who may not be trustees

Management committee roles

The Chair

The public face of the elected committee, representing the Pre-school where necessary at public events and sometimes at meetings of other organisations.
Takes charge at committee meetings.
The Pre-school supervisor's line manager.
Supports and authorises the work of the treasurer, checking (at least monthly) that the money banked corresponds with the amounts signed for on original documents.

Secretary

Deals with the group’s official paperwork (except for accounts)
Draws up and circulates agendas (in consultation with chair)
Keeps proper records (minutes) of meetings
Arranges venues for meetings

Treasurer

Prepares receipts and payments budget for the year, divided into manageable time-spans such as months or terms.
Maintains the bank account
Petty Cash
Arranges for fee collection
Pays staff wages and volunteer expenses

Other committee members:

  • Fundraiser
  • Health and Safety Administrator
  • Newsletter Coordinator

The committee member role is to ensure the work is done. They do not necessarily have to do it themselves, there may be someone linked to the Pre-school who has relevant skills in a particular area who is better suited to do the job.

Note: Confidential matters/documents should be dealt with by elected committee members only.