Agenda item

Members were reminded of the discussion at the previous meeting. It had been agreed to fund a service to assist employment and skills for three years.  It was noted that the current service was due to end in March 2022. 

Members were thanked for their comments on the proposed service, which had been taken into account in the latest version of the specification.  The specification for the service included the need for one-to-one and group work, with the needs of individuals catered for.  The service was required to be open for all adults, provide accreditation, promote the benefits of working and the latest employment opportunities, and was expected to work collaboratively with other services.  Within the specification was the desire for the service to provide apprenticeship and work experience positions if possible.

The proposed procurement timeline was noted, with the service to be operational from the end of March, 2022.

RESOLVED that the specification for the Assisting Employment and Skills commission be approved at a cost of £34,000 per year for a total of three years.