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We have now officially opened our brand new Job Shop! 

We have included: 

• Better accessibility
• Adaptable air-conditioned rooms
• Opportunities for increased collaboration with employers and service providers
• New registration and booking system - coming soon...

View our virtual tour [http://youtube.com/shorts/m4YFHZ4tTRI?feature=share].

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 [mailto: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.

Remember to also follow us on social media to be kept up to date with the latest vacancies.

Please contact us by phone or email:

Email: jobshop@coventry.gov.uk [mailto:jobshop@coventry.gov.uk]

Administration and finance

3 March 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 [mailto: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 [mailto:jobshop@coventry.gov.uk]
Phone: 024 7678 5740

89158: Receptionist

Salary: £11.44 per hour
Hours: Full time
Location: Coventry                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Vacancy details:

• Based in a Beds and Furniture show room you will be able to answer customer calls and greet customers face to face and offering excellent customer service this will also have an element of administration. 
• Based in a show room you will also be dealing with customers face to face as well as on the phone, so excellent communication skills are required and administration duties will also be involved. 

91199: Retrofit Co-ordination Manager

Salary: £55,000 - £60,000 per annum
Hours: Full time
Location: Coventry but some travel across West Midlands and UK 
Vacancy details:

• Retrofit Coordination Manager to own the and drive the retrofit coordination team and take ownership from inception to completion of all projects that are required to comply with PAS 2035. 
• Level 5 Diploma in Retrofit Coordination and Risk Management, this is an essential requirement for PAS 2035 compliance.
• Management experience and Project management experience advantageous. 
• Ability to build sustainable relationships with a wide range of stakeholders and workers.
• Experience acting as an advocate and technical advisor on projects.
• Experience conducting risk assessments in the built environment sector. 

90070: VCFSE Community Research Engagement Officer

Salary: £30,900 per annum (£13,362.16 pro rata)
Hours: Part time (16 hours per week)
Location: CV9/ Home with regular travel across Coventry and Warwickshire
Vacancy details: 

• An organised individual with experience in event delivery, engagement, and administration to join the team.
• In this role for the REN, you will work across the Coventry and Warwickshire Integrated Care System (ICS).
• Support Working and Steering Group Meetings.
• Provide ongoing support for volunteer Community Research Champions.
• Deliver in-person events for stakeholders.
• Provide operational support to facilitate community engagement aspects of the REN Workplan, as identified by the REN Working/Steering Group.

80696: HR Co-ordinator

Salary: To be confirmed depending on experience
Hours: Full time
Location: Coventry CV1

Vacancy details:

• Implement actions to meet and maintain recruitment and retention standards
• Assist the development of the philosophy, goals and objectives for the training and recruitment process
• Implement action to meet and maintain positive relationships with the staff team
• Evaluate standards and comply with CQC regulations.
• Full UK Driving licence - desired
• Experience in the care sector - desired
• Experience of HR and Recruitment process
• Previous qualification in HR and Administration

Care, childcare and education

7 March 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 [mailto: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 [mailto:jobshop@coventry.gov.uk]
Phone: 024 7678 5740

92788: Level 3 School Business Administrator Apprenticeship

Salary: £6.40 per hour
Hours: Full time (Term time only)
Location: Bedworth

Vacancy details:

• Duration: 16 months
• Must hold grade A-C GCSE (or equivalent) in English and Maths.
• Seeking to appoint an inspirational and highly effective Business and Admin Apprentice who is committed to supporting both educational excellence and the school community.
• Good ICT and communication skills essential.

92578: Activity Co-ordinator

Salary: £12.04 per hour (15 hours per week)
Hours: Part time
Location: Coventry

Vacancy details:

• Displaying compassion, patience & empathy in all tasks whilst being creative, organised & reliable in approach to work.
• To motivate, encourage & participate in activities with service users, and delegate to staff, activity responsibilities to ensure that activities are taking place at regular intervals.
• To arrange photographs of events that take place, and to supply articles to Central Office for newsletter/ share with their families.
• To observe & promote service user choice, independence, dignity, privacy, fulfilment & other rights.
• To help to create a warm and friendly atmosphere within the home, which allows & encourages service users to develop and participate in the running of the home to their fullest potential. 

91235: Sports Coach Apprenticeship

Salary: £6.40 per hour (£7.55 April 25)
Hours: Full time
Location: Bedworth

Vacancy details:

• This is a great opportunity to gain valuable experience in a classroom whilst working towards a level 3 qualification.  
• Establish productive working relationships with pupils, acting as a role model and setting high expectations.
• Be aware of and take into account pupils’ IEPs and be expected to contribute to their maintenance and review.
• Deliver learning activities to pupils within an agreed system of supervision, adjusting activities according to pupil responses/needs
• Maths and English at GCSE Level A-C (4-9) or functional skills equivalent.

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

Catering and hospitality

3 March 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 [mailto: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 [mailto:jobshop@coventry.gov.uk]
Phone: 024 7678 5740

92506: Catering Manager

Salary: £25,992 - £28,624 pro rata per annum
Hours: Part time (25 hours per week)
Location: Coventry

Vacancy details:

• Looking for an experienced Catering Manager to lead a team delivering high quality meals for the school.
• You will need to hold an NVQ Level 2 Award in Hospitality and Catering Principles along with Level 2 Food Safety. 
• To set and maintain a high standard of quality food presentation and service. All food being served must be at the right temperature, garnished and served in an appropriate manner.
• To serve meals and assist the customer in choice of dishes. Ordering, preparation and cooking of food following the Centralised menu plan for breakfasts, lunches, buffets and promotions.
• Ensure the Governments Nutritional / Food based Standards are met. Compile and submit all statistical documentation required by the central administration office, e.g. trading sheets, payroll adjustment sheets, periodic stock control sheets.
• To prepare or delegate preparation of dining area for all types of catering requirements, including function catering. 

92504: Catering Manager

Salary: £25,992 - £28,624 pro rata per annum
Hours: Part time (26.25 hours per week)
Location: Coventry

Vacancy details:

• Looking for an experienced Catering Manager to lead a team delivering high quality meals for the school.
• You will need to hold an NVQ Level 2 Award in Hospitality and Catering Principles along with Level 2 Food Safety. 
• To set and maintain a high standard of quality food presentation and service. All food being served must be at the right temperature, garnished and served in an appropriate manner.
• To serve meals and assist the customer in choice of dishes. Ordering, preparation and cooking of food following the Centralised menu plan for breakfasts, lunches, buffets and promotions.
• Ensure the Governments Nutritional / Food based Standards are met. Compile and submit all statistical documentation required by the central administration office, e.g. trading sheets, payroll adjustment sheets, periodic stock control sheets.
• To prepare or delegate preparation of dining area for all types of catering requirements, including function catering. 

90560: Assistant Cook - Nursing Home

Salary: £12.40 per hour
Hours: Full time 
Location: Rugby

Vacancy details:

• Catering for various diets daily.
• Supporting the chef menu planning and assisting the chef with running of the kitchen.
• Confident in running the kitchen whilst the chef is off.
• Always keeping the kitchen safe and clean.
• Passion for cooking and baking would be advantageous.
• Passion to support elderly service users in a nursing home   

80119: Junior Cook

Salary: £12.00
Hours: Full time / Part time
Location: Coventry CV2

Vacancy details:

• An individual with a passion for cooking and a desire to learn and grow in the culinary field.
• Basic knowledge of cooking techniques and kitchen equipment and previous kitchen experience is preferred.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to quality.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work well in a team.
• Flexibility to work various shifts, including weekends and holidays.
• Ability to take direction and accept constructive feedback.
• Punctuality and reliability.

Construction and skilled trades

19 February 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 [mailto: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 [mailto:jobshop@coventry.gov.uk]
Phone: 024 7678 5740

Remember to also follow us on social media to be kept up to date with the latest vacancies.

Customer service and retail

3 March 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 [mailto: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 [mailto:jobshop@coventry.gov.uk]
Phone: 024 7678 5740

89158: Receptionist

Salary: £11.44 per hour
Hours: Full time
Location: Coventry 

Vacancy details:

• Based in a Beds and Furniture show room you will be able to answer customer calls and greet customers face to face and offering excellent customer service this will also have an element of administration. 
• Based in a show room you will also be dealing with customers face to face as well as on the phone, so excellent communication skills are required and administration duties will also be involved. 

86631: Furniture Sales Consultant

Salary: National minimum wage with OTE (as much as £50k)
Hours: Full time
Location: Coventry, Bedworth, Nuneaton 

Vacancy details:

• To be based at the store and support with the selling of all the items within the warehouse i.e. Furniture, beds and mattresses. 

87618: Animal Care Assistant

Salary: National minimum wage
Hours: Full time
Location: Coventry CV5

Vacancy details:

• Provide the highest possible standard of care for all animals under the branch care at all times.
• Present a professional and friendly approach to customers and visitors to the centre both face to face, on the telephone and through e-communication.
• Treat all animals in the centre as individuals; provide care for, observe, manage and rehome them on this basis.
• Ensure the physical, mental and social needs of the animals in our care are met to the highest possible standard.
• Clean, disinfect and maintain animal accommodation to the standard set by the management team at the centre and in accordance with branch procedures, ensuring a balance between good hygiene and the welfare needs of the animal.
• Provide food and clean water suitable to the needs of the individual animals.
• Observe animals arriving at the centre identifying any behavioural or welfare needs during the intake process and report this to the centre management team.

Health and fitness

30 January 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 [mailto: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 [mailto:jobshop@coventry.gov.uk]
Phone: 024 7678 5740

90054: Physiotherapist

Salary: £25,000 - £30,000 per annum 
Hours: Full time 
Location: Coventry but must be able to travel to Birmingham and Tipton to support service users

Vacancy details: 

• To be an integral part of the specialist team of neuromuscular physiotherapists.
• To act as an autonomous clinical practitioner and contribute towards planning, evaluating and delivering.
• To provide specialist physiotherapy input to planning, development, marketing and evaluation of clinical services.
• To adopt a flexible work pattern enabling work in Coventry and at one or more of our satellite locations to best support our service users across the Midlands.

IT, digital media and creative design

8 January 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 [mailto: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 [mailto:jobshop@coventry.gov.uk]
Phone: 024 7678 5740

89174: Digital Marketing

Salary: £11.44 per hour
Hours: Part time 
Location: Coventry

Vacancy details:

• To maintain and develop the current website, grow the presence of the local business via social media and other marketing outlets. Also to assist with administration jobs where possible. 
• To maintain and develop the current website, grow the presence of the local business via social media and other marketing outlets. 

Manufacturing and engineering

07 March 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 [mailto: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 [mailto:jobshop@coventry.gov.uk]
Phone: 024 7678 5740

Remember to also follow us on social media to be kept up to date with the latest vacancies.

Public sector

19 February 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 [mailto: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.

Remember to also follow us on social media to be kept up to date with the latest vacancies.

Please contact us by phone or email:

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

Remember to also follow us on social media to be kept up to date with the latest vacancies.

84123: Trainee Firefighter

Salary: £29432 - £31650 per annum
Hours: Full time 
Location: Coventry 

Vacancy details: 

• As a firefighter you’ll find yourself working with schools, community groups and other organisations. Being able to communicate effectively with a wide variety of people is important. As is treating everyone with dignity and respect.
• You’ll also need to support members of the public when they’re distressed and confused, show empathy, solve problems and use your initiative.

89519: Employment and Engagement Officer

Salary: £25,749 per annum
Hours: Full time 
Location: Coventry 

Vacancy details: 

• Support ACH tenants and wider refugee community through one-one advice and guidance sessions.
• To assess clients to evaluate their job readiness to go into transitional housing.
• To offer career support and Information Advice & Guidance (IAG) to get clients to move on from supported housing to independent living, within 6-9 months.
• Managing a caseload by offering ongoing quality career advice and guidance to clients to support them into education, training, employment and volunteering opportunities.
• To effectively design & deliver employability workshops and sessions to support ACH tenants and clients into employment, training, education and volunteering opportunities.
• To create, maintain and sustain excellent working relationships with employers to provide positive outcomes, as well as local organisations supporting refugees and migrants for referrals into Himilo provision.
• Liaise with external support organisations and employers to speak at workshops/events to cover employment and integration topics e.g. UK employment rights, work culture in different organisations.
• To attend Job Fairs, stakeholder events and ACH led events to promote opportunities in Himilo. To maintain a positive relationship with employers involved in the Transition Housing Project and the Our Coventry Project, by being the point of contact during delivery and between employer and candidates on the programme.
• To liaise with DWP to ensure a smooth process for clients to secure employment.
• To visit, monitor, and oversee clients whilst in employment. To undertake administrative duties of uploading client/learners engaged and additional information with accuracy on CRM systems, SharePoint, and Salesforce.
• Work as a member of the team, take part in supervision, appraisal, team meetings, training and other staff events as required. This list is not exclusive or exhaustive, you may be asked to carry out other duties deemed necessary by your line manager. 

Warehouse, driving, facilities (cleaning) and security

31 January 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 [mailto: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 [mailto:jobshop@coventry.gov.uk]
Phone: 024 7678 5740

Remember to also follow us on social media to be kept up to date with the latest vacancies.

87290: Warehouse Operative

Salary: Competitive
Location: Coventry CV6
Hours: Full time 

Vacancy details:

• Pick items using a voice activated pick system Operate LLOP (full training provided)
• Maintain and support wider team to ensure high standards of housekeeping and Health & Safety
• Achieve pick rate targets set for the team - 88% Contribute to performance and productivity targets set for staff
• Remain focused under pressure in a time-sensitive environment