Church of England Diocesan Representative – Scrutiny Committee

About the job

Key information

Help Shape the Future of Education in Somerset!

Become a Church of England Diocesan Representative on the Children and Families Scrutiny Committee

Are you passionate about improving services for children and families in Somerset? Do you want to make a difference in your community? We’re looking for volunteer representatives to join our Children and Families Scrutiny Committee

We currently have 1 vacancy for a Church of England Diocesan Representative

What You’ll Receive:

• £1000 per year as an allowance
• Reimbursement for relevant travel expenses
• Support and training to help you succeed in the role

What will I be doing?

As a co-opted member with voting rights on education matters, you will:

• Represent the views and concerns of the church
• Attend and contribute to Committee meetings (held approximately every five weeks, usually in Taunton, with virtual attendance available*)
• Participate in task and finish groups
• Liaise with fellow representatives and officers
• Share updates and decisions with your church community
• Uphold the standards and procedures set out in our constitution

*Please note: voting is only permitted when attending meetings in person.

What kind of experience or qualifications do I need?

To be eligible, you must:

• Live in the Somerset Council area
• Be ordained clergy or a trained lay person such as Reader, Churchwarden, or other lay minister.
• Not be an elected member of Somerset Council
• Have no personal or business relationships with elected members
• Be interested in public services and committed to improving outcomes for children and families

DBS check

Enhanced DBS clearance

Supporting documents and information

How to Apply:

Send your CV and a short personal statement (max one side of A4) explaining why you’re interested and suitable for the role to:

Jamie Jackson Jamie.jackson@somerset.gov.uk

Somerset Council is committed to promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion. We welcome applications from all backgrounds.