Please find below details of the Club Organising Committee and their Roles & Responsibilities. These members should be your first port of call for any queries about Grimsby & Cleethorpes Canoe Club, and can be contacted either in person at any of the organised sessions, through the contact tab on ClubPal, or via the social media channels.
The affairs of the Club shall be conducted by a Committee which shall consist of the Chair, Treasurer, Secretary, Membership Secretary, Welfare Officer and Safety Officer who shall be elected at the Annual General Meeting. All committee members must be members of the Club. If required, the committee shall elect a Vice Chair. The term of office shall be for one year, and members shall be eligible for re-election.
To ensure that all committee members conform to Paddle UK's ‘Standards for Deployment’ all members will have:
- Paddle UK Membership
- A criminal records check (DBS)
- Completed UK Coaching Safeguarding and Protecting Children
- BCAB Safeguarding Refresher or UK Coaching Renewal: Safeguarding and Protecting Children every 3 years thereafter.
- For specific roles identified, training detailed below (Welfare Officer and Safety Officer)
Chair - Aidan Wilkins
The Chairperson will preside at all General Meetings of the Club and at all meetings of the organising Committee, and shall be responsible for guiding the activities of The Club in accordance with its rules and general policy as expressed by the majority of its members. They shall represent The club at meetings of other organisations, and shall be an ex-officio member of any other committee of the Club.
Vice-Chair - Vacant
The Vice-chairman shall deputise for the Chairman in their absence.
Club Secretary - Ben Johnson
The Club secretary will be responsible for the organisation of meetings of the organising committee and of The Club. They shall also be responsible for transmitting to the Section Representatives all the correspondence relating to their section at the earliest opportunity.
Treasurer - Andrew Caldwell
The Treasurer will be responsible for the collection of all monies and shall keep such books of account as required by the organising Committee.
Membership Secretary - Ben Johnson
The Membership Secretary is responsible for the collection of subscriptions, the issuing of receipts, and the maintenance of an up-to-date membership records.
Welfare Officer - Laura Willey
The Club Welfare Officer (CWO) is responsible for acting as a source of advice about safeguarding and protecting children, promoting good practice and for coordinating action within the Club on receipt of any concerns or referrals.
In addition to the basic requirements of the committee above the Welfare officer will also complete:
- ‘Code of Conduct for Coaching’ eLearning
- 'Time to Listen' training course
Safety Officer - James Tye
This role of the Health and Safety Officer is to advise the club on the requirements, policies and procedures for all aspects of health and safety. They will assist the club to put in place policies and implementation plans for health and safety issues.
In addition to the basic requirements of the committee above, the Safety officer will also complete:
- BCAB Risk Management eLearning
- BCAB Risk Assessment eLearning
- Safety Officer Induction Programme
- Continually engage with CPD through Safety Officer newsletters and workshops.
Only the posts listed above will have the right to vote at Committee meetings. In the instance of a tied vote, the Chair shall have a second casting vote.
Co-opted Roles
The committee may co-opt up to four other members to the committee at any time by a majority vote of the elected officers. These co-opted members may be appointed to other posts such as (but not limited to): Equipment Officer, Coaching Officer, Section Representative or Social Secretary. The positions of the co-opted members will stand until the next Annual General Meeting. Co-opted committee members do not have the right to vote at committee meetings. Co-opted roles currently in post are:
Equipment Officer - Jason Atkin
The Equipment Officer is responsible for overseeing the club’s boats, paddles, safety gear, and other shared equipment. This includes helping to keep track of what the club owns, ensuring equipment is stored properly, and coordinating basic maintenance or repairs when needed.
The role involves working with coaches, trip leaders, and the committee to make sure the right equipment is available for pool sessions, dock sessions, trips, and events. The Equipment Officer may also help organise equipment checks, identify items that need replacing, and contribute to planning future purchases.
Overall, the role helps ensure that club equipment remains safe, well maintained, and accessible for members to use throughout the season.
Social / Communications Officer - Ben Johnson
This role is responsible for all internal and external communications relating to club matters, whether through Clubpal or social media. This role will also support the setting up of events.
Sea Kayak Representative - Sue Limmer
The Sea Kayak Representative acts as the voice for the club’s sea kayaking community on the committee. The role involves representing the interests of sea paddlers, helping to plan and coordinate sea trips, and supporting the development of sea kayaking activities within the club.
They work with the committee to ensure trips are organised safely, equipment and training needs are considered, and opportunities are available for members who want to progress in sea kayaking. The representative also helps share information about upcoming trips, conditions, and good practice with the wider membership.
Overall, the role helps ensure that sea kayaking remains an active, well-supported, and inclusive part of the club’s paddling programme.
Supporting Role - Paul D-M
The Supporting Role provides flexible assistance to the committee across a range of club activities. This position helps with practical tasks that keep the club running smoothly, such as supporting events, assisting with trips or sessions, and helping committee members with specific projects when needed.
The role is intentionally broad and adaptable, allowing the individual to contribute where support is most useful at the time. It provides an opportunity to be involved in the committee and help move the club forward without being tied to a single specific area of responsibility.
Overall, the role strengthens the committee by providing extra capacity and helping ensure that key activities and events run smoothly.
