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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.

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 Adult Education Service is part of Coventry City Council. We provide a wide range of courses for Coventry residents aged 19+, and much of our provision is targeted at people with the highest levels of need.

This role would be based within the Connect to Skills team, which offers a range of short non-accredited courses in the following subject areas:

• Green Skills & Climate Literacy
• Health & Social Care
• Early Years & Education
• Warehousing & Logistics

Our main base is at Southfields Old School, CV1 5EJ, with provision delivered at around 25 other sites within Coventry, mostly in areas of highest need.

We welcome applications from anyone who wants to make a difference to the lives of people in Coventry.

What is the job role?

Coventry City Council’s Adult Education Service is committed to delivering high-quality, inclusive learning opportunities that improve lives and strengthen communities. Our Connect to Skills pilot project for 2026/27 focuses on engaging residents in Coventry’s most deprived areas, supporting those without Level 2 qualifications, and creating pathways into further learning and employment.

We are seeking passionate and adaptable Adult Education Tutors to deliver teaching, learning, and assessment activities across a range of pathways, including:

• Health & Social Care
• Green Skills & Climate Literacy
• Warehousing & Logistics
• Early Years & Education

You will design and deliver engaging sessions that remove barriers to learning, support progression, and align with our strategic pillars: Learning to Connect, Learn for Life, and Learn for Work. Delivery will take place in community venues such as Family Hubs, libraries, schools, and outreach locations, with flexible modes including face-to-face, online, and blended learning.

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

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?

You will have a teaching qualification, experience delivery adult learning in community settings, strong communication and organisational skills. In addition you will have the ability to engage diverse learners, including those who are economically inactive, ESOL learners, individuals with additional needs and a commitment to inclusive education.

We offer a supportive team environment, opportunities for professional development, flexible working arrangements and the chance to make a real difference in Coventry communities.

Need help completing your application form? The Job Shop can support you. You can register online here for an initial assessment, or visit the Job Shop in person, please see their webpage for more information. For all other queries, contact Resourcing@coventry.gov.uk.

Following recommendations from Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) for an additional pre employment check with effect 1 Sept 22, please note, an online search may form part of this recruitment process.

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

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: Friday 18th of September

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