Applications invited from people with a learning disability for the position of co-chair of a new learning disability advisory group
12 December 2011
Welsh Government are looking for a person with a learning disability who is interested in becoming the co-chair of a new learning disability advisory group, which will be set up in 2012.
The co-chair will stand up for learning disability issues and provide advice to Welsh Ministers. This group follows on from the Learning Disability Implementation Advisory Group (LDIAG).
Position
Co-chair of an Advisory Group
Purpose of the Post
To stand up for learning disability issues and provide advice to Welsh Ministers on these issues.
Venue for the meetings:
To be decided at the first meeting of the group.
Commitment
The group will meet about six times a year. Some of the work will be taken forward by sub-groups which will meet separately from the main group.
Support for the post
The Welsh Government has agreed to provide support for this post through All Wales People First.
Remuneration
The post is unpaid although your travel and subsistence costs will be repaid.
Welsh Government is looking for:
- Someone who is interested in Welsh learning disability policy.
- Someone who understands what matters to people with a learning disability in Wales.
- Someone who has had Chairing experience.
How to apply
If you interested in applying you should write to Welsh Government and tell them why you are interested in the post and what skills you have to carry out the post.
Your letter should be sent by post or email to: Alyson Collins, Adult Social Services, Welsh Government, Cathays Park, Cardiff, CF10 3NQ. Alyson.Collins@wales.gsi.gov.uk
Deadline
6.00pm on Monday 16th January 2012.
Contact
For further information, contact Alyson Collins on 029 20 825441. Email Alyson.Collins@wales.gsi.gov.uk
