Further to 'Ruling committees' (2 October), I should think the committee that employed this leader with her numerous qualifications and years of experience breathed a sigh of relief when she left. I was surprised at her apparent lack of commitment or understanding of what partnership with parents means, especially as the qualifications she has undertaken and is assessing include units on partnership with parents.
This understanding with parents is fundamental when working with them, particularly those who have undertaken the responsibility of a role in the pre-school such as being a committee member.
Committee members need help and advice to fulfil their role. Very few people have prior committee or employer experience, and while the suggestion that committees should be trained is commendable, anyone with experience will know the problems that exist there.
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