About the Opportunity
Would you like to help the Council manage its governance effectively? Barnsley Council is looking to appoint a member of the public to serve as an Independent Member on the Audit and Governance Committee. The Committee consists of nine members: four Council Members and five independent lay members.
Expressions of Interest
Expressions of interest are invited from individuals who have financial or governance experience, ideally within a large organisation, to join the Audit and Governance Committee.
It is particularly important to have an appreciation and understanding of the financial and service pressures currently facing the Council, as well as change programmes required to deal with government reforms and the potential impact on services provided to residents of the Borough.
Role Responsibilities
The role of the Audit and Governance Committee is to provide independent assurance to the Council regarding the adequacy and effectiveness of the Authority’s systems of governance, incorporating internal control and risk management arrangements, and to oversee the statutory financial reporting process. This assurance is primarily informed through the consideration of the work of the Authority’s internal and external auditors and from reports provided by the Senior Management Team.
The Committee normally meets six times a year, with meetings lasting approximately two hours. Before each meeting an hour session is dedicated to training and awareness, where presentations and updates are provided on pertinent issues. There is also an annual development meeting scheduled every October.
Appointment Details
The term of appointment is for a maximum of two four‑year terms. Training is provided upon commencement and regularly throughout the year.
The role carries a modest remuneration of £1,362 per annum.
Further Information
* A&G Independent Member – Application Pack
* A&G Independent Member – Application Form
* Terms of Reference – AG Committee
For more information regarding this role please contact Sharon Bradley, Head of Corporate Assurance, at (07795 305846) or sharonbradley@barnsley.gov.uk.
Applications should be made via the Council’s website by the deadline 5th June 2026 and returned to Sharon Bradley (sharonbradley@barnsley.gov.uk).
Selection will be through an interview by a panel and interviews will be held in person in Barnsley Town Hall.
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