We value diverse perspectives and experiences and are striving to create a workplace culture that is inclusive, is accepting of all and is free from discrimination and bias.

We have a simple vision and strategy that defines what we are trying to achieve, our purpose and our approach which underpin the principles of Adult Social Care, and we continue to work in support of this.

In a simple sense all our work, at whatever level should continue to support the strategy of: ‘Providing support, in the least intrusive manner possible, based on the assets, resources and abilities that are available to people’.

In line with our One Coventry Values we strive to have a workforce that reflects our local communities and welcome applicants from all sections of the community. We particularly welcome applicants from minority ethnic backgrounds, applicants who have a disability and applicants who are from the LGBTQ+ community to apply for our senior leadership roles. 

Our Values are:

• Open and fair: We are fair, open, and transparent.
• Nurture and develop: We help and encourage everyone to be their best and do their best.
• Engage and empower: We talk and listen to others, working together as one.
• Create and innovate: We embrace new ways of working to continuously improve.
• Own and be accountable: We work together to deliver the best services for our residents.
• Value and respect: We put diversity and inclusion at the heart of all we do.

An opportunity has arisen in our learning disability day services for a Support Co-ordinator to lead the team in providing excellent day support for people with a Profound and Multiple Learning Disability to access community opportunities in Coventry. Although there is a base that is well equipped with modern equipment and interesting activities, the onus is on supporting people who attend to be involved in their community and to access the same opportunities that other Coventry citizens enjoy.

You will lead an enthusiastic and well trained team to meet peoples life goals and deepen the experiences and social interaction from the local community.  Opportunities will be co-produced with the person and their families to ensure bespoke, person centred activities.

This post is exempted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment to this post will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of police records via Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

You need to be passionate about enhancing the lives of people with a profound and multiple learning disability and be able to overcome the challenges that  may prevent someone to live a valued lifestyle in the community. You will have a strength based ethos and be able to show leadership qualities to drive the staff team forward.

You will need to manage a budget, navigate your way through council systems and use resources creatively to get best outcomes for the service.

You will have the ability to communicate effectively with staff, social workers, parents and carers and service users to get the best outcomes for those attending the service.

If you need help or support to complete your application, please visit our accessibility page to see how we can assist you.

For full details on the application process please read the attached document on our jobs page labelled 'Coventry City Council Application Process'

Interview date(s):

Coventry has a proud, innovative and creative spirit that throughout its history has seen communities come together to tackle problems and bring about real social change.

We are cutting-edge, challenging, youthful, vibrant and diverse.

At Coventry we are committed to excellence in everything we do. With around 5100 staff from a range of different backgrounds, our aim is to recruit and develop talented people who will focus on our customers, take responsibility, work together and find better ways of doing things.

To deliver the best services to our residents, we need the best people working for us to make a difference to our communities.

If you join us, we will provide a fantastic rewards and benefits package - to find out more please visit https://www.coventry.gov.uk/council-vacancies