Before the work begins
Make the responsibilities clear.
Use this one-page brief together before someone takes on a role, or when its scope changes. Write down what the role is for and agree where its decisions begin and end.
- Setting
- School, campus or community
- Useful when
- Starting a role or reviewing responsibilities
- Resource type
- Canva toolkit
Fill it in together
Agree on four things.
- Name the purpose. What is this role here to do?
- Set the responsibilities and decisions. What can you decide, and what needs approval?
- Identify people and support. Who is affected, who should be involved and who can help?
- Choose a first action. Give it an owner and a date.
Keep the work easy to pick up.
When responsibilities change or someone takes over, update the brief and prepare a handover together.