Meetings & Events

One of the key aims of the Essex Clerks Association is to offer clerks the opportunity to meet and share experiences, and a chance to socialise with colleagues, although currently this will be virtual!

We recognise that the role of the clerk can be an isolated one, but with well over 400 clerks in Essex, there shouldn’t be any reason for clerks to feel that they are alone.

Our next event to be held will be the Networking Event on Tuesday 16th June 2026. Please see the poster ECA Networking Lunch Poster 2026 (1) for more details and to book.

Our speak wiil be Pam Langmead who will be talking about The Clerk’s role in the new Ofsted framework

Effective governance is back with a vengeance in the renewed Ofsted framework introduced in November 2025. This workshop focuses on the changes to Ofsted inspection and, in particular, what clerks can do to support their governing bodies and ensure that they are inspection-ready.

During the session there will be plenty of chance for discussion and sharing good practice – clerks are asked to bring a set of minutes, to exchange ideas about minuting challenge and how we can demonstrate good governance.

Pam Langmead has been a clerk in Essex for 23 years, was a Chair of Governors for 16 years, and is the Professional Officer for the Essex Primary Headteachers’ Association. She was proud to be one of the founder members of the ECA and is delighted to be working with clerks again this year at the annual conference.

As always, every Clerk is welcome to attend.  Please register your interest prior to the meeting – deadline is 22nd May 2026  using the link on the poster to ensure your free place.