The PTA Chair directs your committee’s meetings, making sure everyone’s views are heard, and that everyone is involved in the meeting. They should make sure all committee members are familiar with the association’s constitution, model policies if applicable, and their role and responsibilities as a committee member (and trustee, if your PTA is registered as a charity). The PTA Chair also holds the casting vote where there is a tied vote. This usually defers the decision to the following meeting, allowing committee members more time to consider and discuss the matter.

The PTA Treasurer ensures accurate financial records are kept, and that best practice procedures are followed for counting money, banking, and making payments. They should keep your committee updated with regular reports, and ensure end-of-year reports are completed for the association’s AGM and, if your PTA is registered as a charity, the relevant Charity Commission’s annual return.

The PTA Secretary supports the PTA committee to build effective communication links between the school and the association. They also maintain accurate records.