After a number of years in the role, our current secretary is standing down at the end of the season but is willing to provide support to anyone taking on the role.
This would be an ideal role for a player, parent or volunteer who is looking to become involved in the continued development of our thriving hockey club.
The key activities of the role:
To be the ‘principal administrator’ for the club, dealing with all club correspondence, distributing to relevant officers for response where required.
To prepare and distribute the monthly committee meeting agendas
Attend and keep the Minutes of all monthly Club Committee meetings and distribute copies
Keep signed copies of all meeting minutes on file (or shared drive)
To carry out or delegate all of the administrative duties thereby enabling the club and its members to function effectively
To work alongside the treasurer to see that all affiliation/registration documents are accurate and are paid on time
What else can you tell me about the role?
The Club Secretary is a pivotal role within the club and with the assistance of the Club Development Officer should provide the main points of contact for people within and outside the club on just about every aspect of the club’s activities.
As the first point of contact for the club, it is helpful if the Secretary is available to respond to queries during the working day via email etc.
Requirements
Registered member of Whitchurch hockey club (doesn’t have to be full playing member)
Access to internet and computer literacy, as the majority of documents are online.
DBS check (carried out by England hockey via club)
You should complete ENGLAND HOCKEY’s online Safeguarding training as you are tasked with the storing of player details including under 18’s.
Any helpers or young leaders aged 16 or over who would like to gain more knowledge and experience.
We have an Introduction to Coaching workshop on Sunday 16 February at Stourport HC from 10.00am – 4.00pm which is the ideal opportunity for them.
The workshop helps them to develop ideas and tips to support them in their coaching whilst gaining confidence delivering to a small group of players. Coaches will take away practical game ideas on how to deliver fun and engaging sessions to players within the club integrating the Golden Thread.
Whitchurch(Shropshire) Hockey Club will be joining over 125 clubs across the country in a national Back to Hockey campaign. We welcome you to join us at our Back to Hockey sessions for men and women which will run from Wednesday 11th September 2019 for 6 weeks with no commitment and its FREE!
What are Back to Hockey sessions?
Back to Hockey sessions are coached sessions for men and women who may not have played hockey for a long period of time or who are looking to try the sport for the first time.
Don’t worry if you’re nervous or don’t remember any rules our Back to Hockey coaches will gentle guide you through this series of fun and friendly sessions.
How to take part
If you would like to take part in Back to Hockey sessions sign up by registering in the top left of the below link. We provide all equipment but recommend bringing shin pads as supplies are limited.
