Our Values

In line with our One Coventry Values we strive to have a workforce that reflects our local communities and welcome applicants from all sections of the community. We particularly welcome applicants from minority ethnic backgrounds, applicants who have a disability and applicants who are from the LGBTQ+ community to apply for our senior leadership roles. 

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.

About the team we are recruiting to

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’.

In Adult Social Care, we are committed to having a workforce which better represents the communities we serve. Our workforce data shows that our service area is not reflective of the diverse population of Coventry, particularly in respect of ethnicity.  In line with our commitment to diversity & inclusion we would like to encourage applications from individuals from minority ethnic backgrounds , to apply for this role. 

What is the job role?

Are you looking for a challenging and rewarding senior management role in adult social care and be part of our continuous improvement journey?

If so, Coventry Adult Social Care has two exciting opportunities for you.

Head of Business Systems: SM2 £64,194 - £70,744:

In this role you will lead the development and management of business systems and digital solutions that support the delivery and improvement of social care services alongside ensuring the effective use of technology and financial resources and promoting a culture of innovation and excellence.

Head of Partnerships and Operations: SM1 £76,398 - £84,230:

In this role you will lead our social work and occupational therapy functions responsible for initial assessment and short term reablement services and equipment services. You will also have a lead role in our operational relationships with health partners and the delivery of integrated models of working.

These posts are 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?

For each of these roles we are seeking experienced individuals who are able to make a positive impact, not just for Coventry Adult Social Care but across the City Council and with partners to support the delivery of our ambitious ‘One Coventry’ plan. 

To be successful in either role you will need:

• A commitment to supporting those who need support from Adult Social Care to be as independent at possible
• A proven track record of leading and managing complex services and large teams
• A strong strategic vision and the ability to translate it into operational plans and outcomes
• A clear understanding of how inequality can impact the lives of those who access Adult Social Care
• A sound knowledge of the legislative and policy framework for adult social care, as well as the current challenges and opportunities facing the sector
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and influencing skills, and the ability to build positive relationships with a range of stakeholders including health and community organisations
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults, and to uphold the values and principles of Coventry City Council

In return, you will be part of a service that is built on team working, collaboration internally and externally and committed to achieving the best outcomes within the resources we have available to us.  All of this, within a local authority that really understands and values the contribution of Adult Social Care to the local community.

We also understand that our employees want to do more than just work, and so we encourage and promote a good work-life balance by offering a flexible and agile working environment.

Does this sound like something you’d like to be part of?   If so, we’d love to hear from you.

If you would like to have an informal discussion about either of these posts, please contact Pete Fahy, Director of Adult Social Care and Housing on Telephone 024 7697 7159 or email peter.fahy@coventry.gov.uk.        

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

For full details on the application process please read the attached document 'Coventry City Council Application Process'.

Interview date:  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