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.

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.

We have a simple vision and strategy that defines what we are trying to achieve, our purpose and our approach which underpin the principles of Adult Social Care, and we continue to work in support of this.

In a simple sense all our work, at whatever level should continue to support the strategy of: ‘Providing support, in the least intrusive manner possible, based on the assets, resources and abilities that are available to people’.

What is the job role?

About the Opportunity

An exciting fixed term opportunity has arisen within Coventry's Adult Mental Health Team for an experienced and compassionate Social Worker who is looking to broaden their professional experience and develop specialist knowledge in mental health, migration, and complex vulnerability.

This role offers a unique opportunity to support adults experiencing mental ill health while working closely with Coventry City Council's Migration Team and a range of partner agencies. The successful candidate will work with individuals from diverse backgrounds, including refugees, asylum seekers, newly arrived communities, and people with No Recourse to Public Funds (NRPF).

You will play a key role in promoting recovery, independence, safeguarding, and social inclusion while ensuring vulnerable adults receive person-centred support tailored to their individual circumstances.

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).

 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?

Key Responsibilities

• Undertake strengths-based assessments and Care Act assessments for adults with mental health needs.
• Develop, implement, and review person-centred care and support plans.
• Work collaboratively with health colleagues, Community Mental Health Teams, housing providers, voluntary sector organisations, and other key partners.
• Support adults from newly arrived communities, including refugees, asylum seekers, and individuals with complex immigration-related circumstances.
• Complete safeguarding enquiries and risk assessments, ensuring adults are protected from abuse and neglect.
• Provide advocacy and support to individuals who may face barriers relating to language, culture, trauma, displacement, or social exclusion.
• Work with individuals who have No Recourse to Public Funds (NRPF), understanding the legal and practical challenges affecting access to services and support.
• Maintain accurate case records and ensure compliance with statutory duties, policies, and professional standards.
• Participate in multidisciplinary meetings and contribute to positive outcomes for service users.

Essential Requirements

• Qualified Social Worker (Degree in Social Work, DipSW, CQSW or equivalent).
• Registered with Social Work England.
• Significant experience within Adult Social Care, particularly Mental Health Services.
• Sound knowledge of the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005, Mental Health Act 1983 (as amended), and Adult Safeguarding legislation.
• Experience supporting vulnerable adults from diverse backgrounds and newly arrived communities.
• Understanding of the challenges faced by refugees, asylum seekers, migrants, and individuals with NRPF.
• Experience of working in partnership with statutory, voluntary, and community organisations.
• Strong assessment, risk management, and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to engage effectively with hard-to-reach groups.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment while managing competing priorities.

Desirable Experience

• Experience working with asylum seekers, refugees, and migrant communities.
• Knowledge of immigration-related issues affecting access to housing, healthcare, and social care.
• Experience supporting individuals who have experienced trauma, displacement, exploitation, or modern slavery.
• Understanding and application of culturally informed and trauma-informed practice.

What You Will Gain

This secondment offers an excellent development opportunity to:

• Expand your knowledge of mental health social work and migration-related issues.
• Build experience working alongside Coventry's Migration Team and key partner agencies.
• Develop specialist skills in supporting refugees, asylum seekers, and vulnerable migrant populations.
• Enhance your understanding of safeguarding, NRPF legislation, and trauma-informed practice.
• Contribute to innovative partnership working across health, social care, housing, and community sectors.
• Make a meaningful impact on some of the most vulnerable residents within Coventry.

Person Specification

We are particularly interested in applicants who demonstrate:

• Cultural awareness and sensitivity.
• Strong professional curiosity and problem-solving skills.
• A trauma-informed and strengths-based approach.
• Commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion.
• Passion for improving outcomes for vulnerable adults and newly arrived communities.

This opportunity would particularly suit a Social Worker who has experience supporting refugees, asylum seekers, newly arrived communities, and individuals with complex social, mental health, and immigration-related needs.

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'.

Interview date(s): TBC

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