To take a corporate view of the Council’s human resource policies and operations, ensuring that they contribute effectively to the delivery of the Council’s business needs, in line with the Council’s strategy. The Committee does not become involved in the detail of day-to-day human resources decisions, which are dealt with by the Clerk.
The Committee shall be comprised of three Members to be appointed at the Annual Meeting, or when a vacancy arises.
The Chair will be appointed at the Annual Meeting.
The committee shall meet as and when required but not less than once a year.
The committee needs full attendance of all three members to be quorate.
Representatives from relevant community organisations may be invited to contribute expertise.
The Town Clerk or designated officer shall support the Committee administratively
Functions
Workforce planning – to establish a staffing structure, which will is effective for the needs of the business and keep this under review.
To implement, monitor and review HR policies and procedures for staff.
To oversee the recruitment process of staff:
The appointment of the Town Clerk will be on a recommendation of the Committee to be presented to full Town Council for approval.
Other Staff will be interviewed and appointed by the Clerk with the Mayor or one other member of the Human Resources Committee.
To keep under review staff working conditions and health and safety, particularly in relation to changes to employment and health and safety legislation.
To consider any health and safety or staff wellbeing matters brought to the committee’s attention.
To establish and review performance management including appraisals: The Town Clerks will be undertaken by the Mayor and Chair of HR Committee and Staff appraisals will be undertaken by Town Clerk.
To ensure that learning and development is continued for staff.
The Committee will report regularly to the Town Council, providing updates on progress, challenges, and recommendations for future action. Decisions requiring financial expenditure outside of the approved Staffing or Training Budgets or policy changes will require Full Council approval.
These Terms of Reference will be reviewed annually to ensure they remain fit for purpose and align with the evolving needs of the town.
