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title: "Fair Access Officer DB 17Jan22"
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# Fair Access Officer DB 17Jan22

Buyer: SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-719544dd-ff30-415a-ad60-377bd03e31d0

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## Summary

The procurement process involves the Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council seeking a Fair Access Officer for a temporary three-month contract. This tender falls under the services industry category, specifically for supply services of personnel including temporary staff. The procurement stage is currently open for bids, with the tender deadline set for 25 January 2022. The contract is expected to begin on 31 January 2022 and conclude by 31 March 2022, with services to be delivered mainly in Oldbury and West Bromwich, West Midlands.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialised in personnel supply and temporary staffing solutions, particularly those experienced in educational or youth support services. Companies that possess the capability to provide skilled personnel with a focus on inclusive learning and support for vulnerable youths would be well-suited to compete. Engaging with this contract could help businesses expand their client base within the public sector and further establish their reputation in the education support industry.

## Notice

FAIR ACCESS OFFICER Rate of Pay: Band G (?18.53 per hour to worker) Hours: 37 hours per week Location: Council House, Oldbury and/or Connor Education Centre, West Bromwich Contract type: Temporary for 3 months Job Description and Personnel Specification are attached, which also provides more information above the role. Job Summary: This skilled and dedicated team forms part of the LA's initiative to reduce exclusions. As part of Inclusive Learning Services, the Fair Access Team works closely with a range of colleagues within this multi-professional service to support young people at risk of exclusion or who have been excluded either permanently or on a fixed term basis. The successful applicant will join a team dedicated to supporting some of our most vulnerable youngsters and support us to further drive down exclusions and keep our youngsters in mainstream schools. While there will be an extensive training programme, induction and on-going support from colleagues, when out in schools there is an expectation that the successful candidate will balance their knowledge of Exclusions Guidance and their understanding of the pressures schools face when advising how best to support vulnerable young people at risk of exclusion. The successful candidate will represent the Fair Access Team and be able to work both independently and as a team member within a range of settings. Ideally, we are looking for somebody with resilience, commitment and energy to support our young people in maintaining their place in mainstream settings. An ability to build rapport and relationships with both young people and stakeholders is crucial as is, a sense of humour! The successful applicant can expect to be welcomed in to a dedicated team of professionals equally committed to achieving the best outcomes for the young people of Sandwell. If successful, you will have access to: o Fair Access panels and work with Schools in Sandwell o Excellent CPD opportunities o Independent Alternative Provision Providers o Multi-agency teams within ILS and the wider Council o Regular opportunities for supervision o Ongoing support from the wider Sandwell family Please note this advert is also out with our Master Vendor You will receive further information regarding invoice terms if your candidate is appointed to this role. Invoices must be sent electronically on a weekly basis to templink_1@sandwell.gov.uk along with your workers authorised timesheet supplied by your agency. Payments are then released 14 days from the date of the invoice. The Council will be using the In-tend e-Tendering System for this Procurement opportunity, please visit https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sandwellmbc to access the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal. From here you will be able to register your company, express an interest in the opportunity, and gain immediate access to the related documents. To submit your documents, you will be... Additional information: The Council will be using the In-tend e-Tendering System for this Procurement opportunity, please visit https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sandwellmbc to access the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal. From here you will be able to register your company, express an interest in the opportunity, and gain immediate access to the related documents. To submit your documents, you will be required to opt in. For a Step by Step user guide to the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal please click on the 'Guidance for Suppliers' section of the website. All procurement responses must be carried out via the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal. If you require further assistance in respect of the system, please contact the In-tend support team on 0844 272 8810. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0f7b7c6c-2639-4854-8f05-ac484e5adf7f |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 17 Jan 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 25 Jan 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Jan 2022 - 31 Mar 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | WEST MIDLANDS |
| Post town | Birmingham |
| Postcode | B70 8SZ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG37 Sandwell |
| Local authority | Sandwell |
| Electoral ward | West Bromwich Central |
| Westminster constituency | West Bromwich |
| Delivery location | TLG West Midlands (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 79620000 - Supply services of personnel including temporary staff

## Release History

- 17 Jan 2022 at 10:40 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0f7b7c6c-2639-4854-8f05-ac484e5adf7f

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0f7b7c6c-2639-4854-8f05-ac484e5adf7f
  17th January 2022 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sandwellmbc/aspx/
  Additional information on how to apply for this contract

## Notice URLs

- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sandwellmbc

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