Disability Employment Coach

Coventry City Council • Fixed Term • CV1 1LH, Coventry, West Midlands, England • 1w ago

Disability Employment Coach

Our Values

In line with our One Coventry Values, we want to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce. A vital part of this is ensuring we are a truly inclusive organisation that encourages diversity in all respects, including diversity of thinking. We particularly welcome applicants from minority ethnic, LGBT+, disabled and neurodiverse communities to make a real difference to our residents so that equity and respect remains at the heart of everything we do.

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.

The Image “Our Values” is an image of text. It is a logotype for our One Coventry Values - Open and fair, Nurture and develop, Engage and empower, Create and innovate, Own and be accountable, Value and respect

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.

The Skills, Employment & Adult Education Service is part of Coventry City Council. We work with a range of delivery partners to provide a wide portfolio of top-quality support to Coventry residents of all ages who are looking for work. We work with partners across the city and our Employer Hub actively works with local employers to generate opportunities for local people.

We are a friendly and welcoming multicultural and diverse team based in the Job Shop situated in Coventry City Centre. We are here to support all Coventry’s diverse residents, each with differing needs and tailor their support to help them search for employment, training, apprenticeships and work placements. People can explore a wide range of local vacancies that are updated daily and access training opportunities.

We also provide ground-breaking specialist support for local residents who face multiple and sometimes complex barriers that make it hard for them to find a job. The Job Shop and our exciting range of specialist employment support programmes are among the very best support available in the UK

What is the job role?

This position is offered on a fixed-term basis until 31st March 2027, aligned with a Government-backed programme, with potential for future extension subject to continued funding and programme priorities.

Join a New Team Making a Real Difference in Coventry

Coventry City Council is launching a new, inclusive and forward-thinking team within our Skills, Employment & Libraries service – and we’re looking for passionate individuals to help shape it.

As a Disability Employment Coach in our Connect to Work programme, you’ll be at the heart of supporting residents with disabilities and complex barriers to employment. This is your chance to be part of a fresh, person-centred approach that empowers people to find meaningful work, training, and independence.

What You’ll Do

In this rewarding role, you’ll:

Act as a Key Worker, managing a caseload of clients with diverse support needs.
Build trusted relationships and co-create tailored job search plans.
Deliver individual and group support sessions in community settings.
Work collaboratively with families, carers, employers, and partner agencies.
Coordinate interventions and monitor progress to ensure lasting impact.

Why This Role Matters

You’ll be joining a new team that’s committed to:

Breaking down barriers to employment for people with disabilities.
Championing inclusion and equal opportunities across Coventry.
Innovating support models that are flexible, responsive, and empowering.

What You’ll Bring

We’re looking for someone who:

Understands the challenges faced by people with disabilities in accessing work and training.
Has experience delivering support packages and group work.
Can work independently and confidently manage a caseload.
Is committed to equality, diversity, and anti-discriminatory practice.
Is flexible to work evenings and weekends when needed.

Why Work With Us?

At Coventry City Council, we’re proud to:

Support your professional development and career growth.
Offer a collaborative and inclusive working environment.
Make a real impact in the lives of our residents every day.

Ready to Empower Change?

If you’re passionate about helping others overcome barriers and want to be part of a new team with a bold vision, we’d love to hear from you.

All candidates must have the Right to Work in the UK. We are currently not offering sponsorship for this role.

Who are we looking for?

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

Need help completing your application form? The Job Shop can support you. You can email them at jobshopemploymentsupport@coventry.gov.uk or visit the Job Shop in person, please see their webpage for more information. For all other queries, contact Resourcing@coventry.gov.uk.

Guaranteed Interview Scheme - As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role and identify with one of the below criteria:

Members of the Armed Forces and veterans
Are currently in care or have previously been in care
If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition

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

We recognise that you might use AI tools to help with your application. While these tools can be useful, please make sure that all information you provide about your experience, skills, and qualifications is accurate. What matters most to us is hearing about your experience and the achievements that truly reflect you!

Interview date(s):

About Coventry

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

Coventry City Council

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