Job Shop vacancies

7 April 2025

The Job Shop offers a safe and welcoming environment for those requiring support to find their next positive destination, whether that be employment, education or training.

General vacancy enquiries can be emailed to jobshop@coventry.gov.uk. A Job Coach will get back to you within one working day to discuss further vacancy details and help you to apply.

Please contact us by:

Email: jobshop@coventry.gov.uk
Phone: 024 7678 5740

94279: Activity Leader 

Salary: £490 per week 
Hours: Full time, 6-week contract (expected 40 hours a week, 6-day work)
Location: Moreton Morell, Stratford-Upon-Avon, Leamington Spa

Vacancy details:

• This role requires enthusiasm, excellent communication skills, and a passion for creating an enjoyable and memorable experience for international students aged 8–17.
• All applicants must be over 18 years old, eligible to work in the UK, and willing to undergo an Enhanced DBS Disclosure Check and/or an Overseas Police Check. 
• Experience in leading activities, ideally in a summer camp, school, or similar setting Key Responsibilities Activity Organisation & Delivery.
• Lead a variety of interactive activities, including sports, games, arts and crafts, and cultural excursions.
• Create a fun and inclusive atmosphere that encourages student participation.
• Ensure all activities are conducted safely and in line with risk assessments.
• Support students in developing their confidence and social skills through engagement in activities.
• Adapt sessions to accommodate different age groups and ability levels.
• Foster a welcoming and energetic environment where students feel encouraged to participate. 

94291: Teacher

Salary: £540 per week 
Hours: Full time, 6-week contract (expected 30 hours a week, Monday to Friday)
Location: Moreton Morell, Stratford-Upon-Avon, Leamington Spa

Vacancy details:

• The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in helping non-native English speakers develop their language skills in a supportive and engaging environment.
• This position requires strong communication abilities, effective behaviour management techniques, and a background in early childhood education to cater to diverse learning needs. 
• Educate students in the English language through structured lesson plans and interactive activities.
• Communicate effectively with students to assess their understanding and provide constructive feedback.
• Implement behaviour management strategies to maintain a positive and productive classroom atmosphere.
• Develop tailored instructional materials that accommodate various learning styles and proficiency levels.
•  A degree in Education, Linguistics, or a related field is preferred.
• Experience in teaching English as a Second Language or relevant experience in early childhood education is advantageous.

94317: Baby Room Nursery Assistant

Salary: National Minimum Wage + £1 per hour
Hours: Part time (16 hours a week, working Weds & Fridays in baby room)
Location: Coventry CV1

Vacancy details:

• Must hold Grace C or above in Maths & English 
• Good English speaking 
• Genuine Interest in a career in childcare 
• Clear criminal record
• Must be reliable, kind, and caring
• Need not be childcare qualified but would prioritise applicants willing to gain qualifications through adult education.

94205: Casual/ Bank Staff

Salary: National Minimum Wage + 50p per hour
Hours: Part time (typically 12- 24 hours per week)
Location: Coventry CV1

Vacancy details:

• Must hold Grace C or above in Maths & English 
• Good English speaking 
• Genuine Interest in a career in childcare 
• Clear criminal record
• Must be reliable, kind, and caring
• Need not be childcare qualified

94028: Room Leader

Salary: £29,100 per annum (NMW+£1.30+£1,000 leadership uplift)
Hours: Full time
Location: Coventry CV1

Vacancy details:

• Level 3 Early Years qualification or higher
• Minimum 2 years experience with 2year olds
• Must hold Grade C/ 4 in GCSE's Maths & English (or equivalent)
• To plan, deliver, and assess curriculum focussed activities.
• Leading a team of 3 practitioners and caring for 15 children daily  
• Proven report writing skills (parents/ SEN).
• Experience in a similar leadership role 

94078: Care Response Officer

Salary: £24,024 per annum
Hours: Full time
Location: CV1 with travel across Coventry and Warwickshire

Vacancy details:

• Must hold a Full UK driving licence and have access to a car.
• DBS Check required.
• To provide a service to carers during emergency situations and planned events.
• To provide support and assistance to carers and people with care needs. This will involve the provision of personal and social care, respecting confidentiality at all times within an equal opportunities framework.
• Post holders will carry out assessments and be responsible for the on call service. 
• To respond quickly in emergency or unplanned situations to deliver care and to carry out assessments for new services. 

93988: Pre-School Practitioner

Salary: NMW + £1.30 (for Level 3 qualified)
Hours: Full time (40 hours per week)
Location: Coventry
Vacancy details:

• This role is available as job-share (16hr+24hr).
• Essential skills: Level 3 qualified with 2 years of experience. Kind, warm & friendly and observation skills.
• Self-confidence, good with parents, Storytelling skills and Report writing skills.

93935: Baby Room Practitioner

Salary: NMW +£1.20 (for Level 2 qualified) and NMW + £1.30 (for Level 3 qualified)
Hours: Full time (40 hours per week)
Location: Coventry
Vacancy details:

• Must be Level 2 or 3 qualified with experience with under 2 year olds.
• Caring and engaging babies in child-centric learning activities.
• Reliable and with a positive mindset.
• Good organisational skills, Self confidence, Story telling skills, a knowledge of using Makaton.
• Positive mindset, reliability and time keeping.

93949: Gozzies Practitioner

Salary: NMW +£1.20 (for Level 2 qualified) and NMW + £1.30 (for Level 3 qualified)
Hours: Full time (32 hours per week)
Location: Coventry
Vacancy details:

• This role is available as job share (16hr + 16hr). 
• Level 2 or 3 qualified and experience with nursery.
• Planning to EYFS curriculum, reliability & time keeping.
• To entertain, educate & inspire our busy chatty and excitable 2yr olds.

93898: Nursery Apprentice

Salary: NMW + 50p/hour
Hours: Part time (Min. 30hr/week)
Location: Coventry
Vacancy details:

• Requires Grade C/4 in Maths & English for both as a minimum, non-negotiable.
• Reliable, trustworthy and eager to learn to join our setting to work and study full time.
• You must be 17 years old or over.
• The ideal candidate will be: Career focussed ,Self confident, have completed some voluntary/paid work experience.  

93660: Enrolment & Onboarding Agent

Salary: £21,840 - £24,225 per annum
Location: Home Based and Birmingham
Vacancy details:

• Responsible for providing an effective and timely service in the admission of learner applications, both online, telephone and face-to face onto programmes of learning in and around the Birmingham area.
• This role will involve travelling in and around your geographical area. 

93554: Registered Children's Home Manager (Learning Disabilities & Mental Health Focus)

Salary: £60,000 - £75,000 per annum (Depending on experience)
Hours: Full time
Location: Coventry

Vacancy details:

• Seeking a vibrant and passionate Registered Children's Home Manager to lead the launch and day-to-day operations of a new 2-bed residential children's home in Coventry.
• Must hold a Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare or equivalent.
• Experience managing children's residential homes, specifically with a focus on learning disabilities and mental health needs.
• Comprehensive knowledge of relevant legislation, regulations, and standards, including Ofsted requirements.
• Proven experience in supporting children with complex mental health needs.

90754: Female Support Worker

Salary: £12.23 - £12.65 per hour plus sleep-in allowance
Hours: Shift Work
Location: Nuneaton

Vacancy details:

• To provide support to adults with a Learning disability in their own homes and to access activities and facilities of their choice within their local community. 
• Prior experience of at least one year of supporting Adults with Learning Disabilities either in a paid or a voluntary capacity.
• Knowledge of person centred support, the importance of being led by people who use the service and supporting people to have control over their life.
• An understanding of the risk assessment process.
• An understanding of different ways of communicating with people with a Learning Disability.
• Essential car user, with business insurance, including ability to carry customers as passengers

88788: Support Workers

Salary: £11.58 per hour
Hours: Shift Work
Location: Rugby

Vacancy details:

• Carers to work in a private Nursing Home on the outskirts of Rugby, you must have a passion for caring for people, empathetic and enjoy working on a flexible rota.
• Previous experience is not essential as training will be given, but having enthusiasm and a aptitude to learning and giving others your time and care is required.

81226: Care Worker - Adults and Children

Salary: National Minimum Wage
Hours: Full time
Location: Coventry CV1

Vacancy details:

• To provide care in accordance with best practice and legislative requirements, reflecting policies and procedures and agreed standards under the direction of the Care Manager/Senior Care work
• To support and enable Service Users to maintain skills and personal interests whilst delivering person-centred care unique to each individual To maintain skills at a current level, undertake such training and development as required from time-to-time to maintain and progress knowledge.
• Driving Licence is desired but not essential - you will need to be able to travel to other locations at the discretion of the company and with appropriate notice.
• Experience in care is desired but not essential

80049: Care Giver

Salary: £12.30 per hour
Hours: Shift Work
Location: Across Coventry

Vacancy details:

• Assist the development of the philosophy, goals and objectives for the caring functions.
• To attend to all care related functions of the clients in accordance with their Person Centred Care Plan.
• To interact with the clients in an appropriate manner, whilst always maintaining their safety, privacy, and dignity.
• Implement action to meet and maintain caring standards.
• To support clients in all aspects of daily living, including personal care, hygiene, dressing feeding, etc whilst them to maintain their optimum level of independence.
• Previous care work would be an advantage.
• The employer really wants to find good, caring, polite, committed people.
• Any one you feel meets this please put them forward for the position.

83404: Tutor

Salary: £12 - £16 per hour
Hours: Part time - 3 to 12 hours per week
Location: Coventry CV1

Vacancy details:

• 2 years (preferred) Experience working with children in an educational setting
• Proficient in tutoring and educational techniques
• Excellent communication skills to convey complex information in an understandable manner
• Specialised knowledge in special education to cater to diverse learning needs
• Ability to educate and inspire students to reach their full potential Past Teaching/Tutoring Experience in UK. (Essential)
• The ideal candidate will have a passion for educating children and possess strong communication skills
• This role involves providing tutoring services, particularly in special education, to support and enhance students' learning