The key role of Lead Member is key to the leadership of Children’s Services.
We recognise the wealth of experience, enthusiasm and talent of our Lead Members and as with our DCSs, the support of colleagues and safe environment to share ideas and learn from each other is beneficial to all.
The SESLIP Programme Board has agreed to develop a work-stream to support the learning and development of Lead Members as a part of the SESLIP Improvement Plan.
The Lead Member Sponsor and Chair of the Regional Lead Members Group is Cllr Jacquie Russell, Lead Member at West Sussex, supported by Cllr Sue Chandler who is the Vice Chair.
South East Region’s Lead Members Group is supported by Helen Watson, the LGA Regional Children’s Improvement Advisor, as part of LGA’s ongoing sector-led improvement offer and Deborah Glassbrook who is an approved SESLIP Consultant and LGA SEND Improvement Advisor
We’ve facilitated regular workshops since 2021 which can be accessed using the link below.
Governance & Reports
A contact list for the Lead Members Group is here.
Lead Member Network Terms of Reference
Upcoming Meetings and Events
Please contact Helen Watson or Deborah Glassbrook (contact details below) if you would like to find out more.
Useful Tools and Links
Check out the LGA website for a wealth of helpful resources to support you in your role as Lead Member for Children’s Services. We have picked out some key documents below as starters.