Purpose

As part of the Get Britain
Working Strategy, Connect to Work is a DWP funded and led programme
to provide targeted support to tackle economic activity through a
‘supported employment’ model.
 
Activity will be delivered at a
local level, but will be managed by an Accountable body at a
regional level. Cardiff will be part of the South East Wales
region.
 

Content

 
RESOLVED: that
 

Cardiff Council
assumes the role of Grant Recipient Body on behalf of the
South East Wales Region, as set out in
the report (paragraphs 20-30).

the creation of a
Grant Recipient Body Central Team be approved to oversee the
implementation and management of the Connect To Work Programme
across the South East Wales Region, as set out in the report
(paragraph 23); and that the Into Work Advice Service, will deliver
the Connect to Work Programme in Cardiff, as set out in the report
and, in particular, paragraphs 33 and 35.

 

Authority be delegated to the
Assistant Director for Housing & Communities in consultation
with the Corporate Director – Resources (Section 151
Officer), Director of Governance & Legal, Cabinet Member for
Tackling Poverty & Supporting Young People and the Cabinet
Member for Finance, Modernisation & Performance
to:

 
                         
i.         
approve entry into a grant funding agreement with
the Department for Work and Pensions to develop the Connect
To Work Programme,
                        
ii.         
approve entry into agreements with the South East Wales Regional Local Authorities, to
allocate funding for delivery of the programme in their areas,

                      
iii.         
if applicable, authorise any formal variations
required to project delivery and financial profiles, including
grant agreements based on performance or changes to Connect
To Work guidance.
                      
iv.         
If applicable, amend the Connect to Work Delivery
Plan based on new guidance from the Department for Work and
Pensions.