New Clerks (17 June 2025)

If you are new to the role of the Proper Officer (Clerk) to a Local Council, or you have not undertaken any training for the role you are undertaking, this session will give you the very basics to enable you to ensure your council is operating lawfully.

This session will provide you with the information you need about:

• Who does what
• The duties and responsibilities of the Council
• The duties the of the Proper Officer (Clerk)
• The Clerks Core Standards
• Key policies
• The Clerks Year
• Agenda setting and minute taking – the essentials
• Resources for the future

Operating an Effective Staffing Committee - MODULE 2 of 2

Operating an Effective Staffing Committee

*DO NOT BOOK* Cost of training included in booking of MODULE 1. Registration will be carried over to MODULE 2 AUTOMATICALLY.

This is the first of a 2-part course aimed at developing the knowledge, confidence and skills of Clerks and Councillors elected to Staffing Committees of local councils.

MODULE 2: Managing Common Staff Issues (Wednesday 18th June 2025, 18:15-20:30)

• Sickness and Absence
• Supporting staff members
• Managing Disciplinaries
• Avoiding Grievances