Quality Assurance Lived Experience Adviser (Zero Hours)

We are seeking a passionate advocate to ensure the voice of lived experience shapes adult social care services. As QA Lived Experience Adviser, you will champion co-production, represent lived experience in strategic meetings, and advise on service improvements informed by real-life perspectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Promote and embed the voice of lived experience across the directorate.
• Support recruitment to lived experience and co-production networks.
• Attend Quality Assurance Board meetings and advocate for service users.
• Collaborate with practitioners and senior leaders to co-design policies and strategies.
• Develop inclusive engagement approaches for underrepresented communities.

About You

• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively and influence at all levels.
• Experience in local authority or lived experience forums is desirable.
• Hybrid working capability and willingness to travel.

Apply now to help shape services that truly reflect the voices of those who use them.

At Dorset Council, it's not just about the work we do, it's about how we do it. Hear directly from our employees about what makes Dorset Council special in this short video:

At Dorset Council, we are working together to create a fairer, more prosperous, and more sustainable Dorset for everyone, now and in the future.

We:

• provide essential services that support over 300,000 residents
• work in partnership to make a real difference
• value every role and the impact it has on our communities
• support our employees to grow, develop, and thrive

You will:

• be part of a team that works together for a better Dorset
• have access to a range of benefits and support
• receive training and development opportunities to help your career progress

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organisation where different skills, perspectives, and backgrounds strengthen both our council and the communities we serve.

We welcome applications from everyone and are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. If you declare a disability and meet the essential criteria for the role, we will offer you an interview. We also want our recruitment process to be accessible, if you need any reasonable adjustments, just let us know on your application.

This role is UK-based, and we will need to confirm your Right to Work as part of the appointment process. We use generic job descriptions and person specifications, so the job title in any attachments may differ from the advert. If needed, we will provide additional details in a context statement.

If you’re passionate about making a difference, we’d love you to join us.

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