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.
At Coventry City Council, we are embarking on an incredible journey to create a brighter future for Coventry's children. As a 'Good' Local Authority, we believe in pushing boundaries and delivering excellence for children and families. Our vision is clear, and our social workers are unwavering in their commitment to putting children and families at the centre of their practice.
Be part of our inspiring team, making a meaningful difference in the lives of Coventry's children. Together, let's create a nurturing environment where every child's potential can flourish.
Our ValuesIn 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.
What is the job role?Fixed term contract until 15th July 2026We are looking for a strong team leader to rise to the challenge, of initiating and embedding a Trauma Informed methodology and leading on introducing the 0 -8 operational practice into the wider EOC Services.You will lead on initiating the preparation of embedding trauma informed practice methodologies into the workforce, with the focus on introducing a trauma informed work approach across the wider Coventry children’s services.You will also set in motion the necessary action plans for merging the operations for the entire EOC service to implement the 0 – 8-year age range, with the key focus of all operational services being targeted at 0 – 18 years respectively.In this role you will support on directly line managing practitioners in the Core EOC team, also providing leadership and management to staff in the absence of their direct line managers. This will entail leading and supervising practitioners working with Children and young people open to Coventry children’s social care services, that are a risk of entering the care system by directing, guiding, and supporting their work with children and young people to safely remain at home.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).Who are we looking for?It is essential that you bring experience of working with “Children & Families” within a 0 – 8 years age range, and it would be desirable for you to hold or work towards a Level 5 Management /Level 4 NVQ in Children & Young people’s work.EOC keep Children and Young People at the Heart of all our work, we listen, respond and value our families and communities.This is an exciting opportunity to have a role in combining Management/direct leadership and practice, that contribute to the NHS and CCC Partnership and builds on enhancing professional development on many levels..Are you a Leader that is innovative, positive, dedicated and not afraid of change or direct challenge? Then help us to transform the lives and futures of the children & young people in Coventry.You will need to be passionate about working with Children, young people and their families, and have a reassuring presence, be calm in any crisis situation and able to lead and guide a workforce to work with families in their homes, by helping them make the necessary changes to stay together. Are you a team player with a flexible approach, willing to work on a shift basis that may include evenings and weekends. If you need help or support to complete your application, please visit our accessibility page to see how we can assist you.Interview date(s): 4th April 2025Guaranteed 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 veteransAre currently in care or have previously been in careIf you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health conditionFor full details on the application process please read the attached document on our jobs page labelled 'Coventry City Council Application Process'. If there is any evidence of a candidate using AI to complete their application, then the application will be rejected unless the candidate can provide a justification which the Council considers to be reasonable.About CoventryCoventry 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
