Terms of Reference for pdnet Expert Advisory Board

1. Remit
2. Role and Responsibilities of the Expert Advisory Board
3. Signposting work to other Professionals
4. Working Parties
5. Board Membership (draft)
6. Timescale and Frequency of Meetings

The purpose of terms of reference

These terms of reference define the purpose and structures of pdnet’s delivery of its support role to the sector through its contracted work with the DfE. This document outlines the roles and responsibilities of individuals who make up the pdnet Expert Advisory Board and the activities for which pdnet has been awarded funding by the DfE.

1. Remit

To provide expertise and advice where able to support the project team to deliver the pdnet contract and ensure effective practice is maintained throughout.

2. Role and Responsibilities of the Expert Advisory Board

The Expert Advisory Board is created to represent the views and serve as a voice/champion for the key sectors they have been chosen to represent (see membership table below). They provide guidance to the project and drive the vision, values and strategic direction of specific work streams and monitor delivery. They offer guidance and act as a critical friend to support and promote the objectives and activities relating to the DfE contract. They will provide professional expertise to support the project team by working collaboratively as a strategic group and acting as ambassadors for pdnet. The board members attend meetings and are in frequent communication with the project team as required.

In particular, the Expert Advisory Board responsibilities are:

• To advise the contract holder (SDSA) on how best to fulfil the requirements and objectives within the agreed timescale and budget
• Identify a pool of professionals to commission work to deliver parts of the contract
• Review and monitor the work of the project team to ensure KPI’s are achieved and on a timely
  basis

3. Signposting work to other Professionals

It may be that a member of the board may know of another professional better placed to provide support and this is welcomed. To do this, you should liaise with the project team who will share the relevant information with you.

4. Working parties

There may be a time where it is appropriate, and best practice to set up working party meeting around a specific focus, which will be arranged by the project team. They will report to the Expert Advisory Board as necessary.

5. Board membership (draft)

Members are drawn from various backgrounds within the sector in order maintain an effective balance of expertise, skills, knowledge and experience. Our board members are: