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.
Join us at Coventry City Council on our remarkable journey to shape a brighter future for the city’s children, young people and families! As a ‘Good’ Local Authority, we strive for excellence and place children and young people at the heart of our practice. We’re seeking individuals who are enthusiastic, flexible, and eager to develop their skills.
In our Professional Support Service, you’ll play a vital role, supporting Children’s Services on an administrative basis, you’ll contribute significantly to Children’s Services, ensuring positive outcomes for vulnerable children and families. Join our passionate and dedicated team, and together, let’s make a meaningful impact on the lives of Coventry’s children!
What is the job role?
Come and join us at an exciting time and be part of the Professional Support Service – an administrative team that makes a positive difference supporting Children’s and Education Services every day!
We are at the very heart of Children’s and Education Services in Coventry, working with colleagues at all levels across the service to contribute to positive outcomes for some of the most vulnerable Children and Families across the City.
We are looking for people with potential, enthusiasm, a flexible approach and ready to develop their knowledge & skills. We value commitment and efficiency in action, a willingness to take the initiative and a mind open to new challenges.
When you join our service, you’ll be working alongside people who are passionate about what they do and determined to make a difference.
What is the job role?
This role will be supporting both the Coventry Safeguarding Children’s Partnership (CSCP) and Coventry Safeguarding Adult’s Board (CSAB), who operate to coordinate the delivery of safeguarding services for Coventry residents, constantly striving for improvements to ensure the best possible outcomes for Coventry. The CSCP and CSAB have three statutory partners that they work with closely; West Midlands Police, Coventry City Council, and The Coventry and Warwickshire Integrated Care Board.
We are seeking an Operational Support Team Leader to join this fast paced and dynamic team to play a key part in supporting the day-to-day administrative work of the team. This will involve organising and supporting a variety of meetings, liaising with statutory partners, updating websites and newsletters and taking minutes at meetings.

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?

We are looking for someone who:

• Is a self-starter
• Has strong organisational communicative skills
• Thrives in a busy and diverse environment, with an ability to multi-task
• Has great attention to detail
• Is able to problem solve and use their own initiative

Does this sound like you? Then we want to hear from you! Contact Rebekah Eaves, Coventry Safeguarding Adults Board and Children’s Partnership Manager for an informal discussion about the role on 02476 976827.
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’. 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.
Interview dates: 11th/12th September 2025
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