Faculty Coordinator

Coventry College; Coventry; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-site parking

Excellent pension scheme

34 days annual leave

CPD opportunities

Employee assistance programme

Staff recognition schemes

Blue Light Card

On-site canteen

Will writing service

Job summary

Coventry College is seeking a proactive Faculty Coordinator to support administration across campuses, ensuring smooth daily operations for learners and staff. You will handle communications, data management, and service delivery with a strong focus on accuracy and confidentiality, contributing to an excellent learner experience and effective college operations.

This full-time role requires 37 hours per week at Coventry College.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
• Holds Level 2 English and Maths qualifications.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office 365 to create and manage documents.

Responsibilities

• Support students, staff, systems and services to ensure smooth operations.
• Contribute to learner and staff experience through efficient processes.
• Provide strong customer service and attention to detail in daily tasks.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Confidentiality

Teamwork

Record-keeping

Problem-solving

First aid

Education

Level 2 English and Maths

Tools

Microsoft Office 365

Job description

Job Title: Faculty Coordinator

Location: Coventry College, 50 Swanswell Street, Coventry, CV1 5DG

Contract Type: Full-Time

Hours per Week: 37 hours per week

Salary: £27,224 to £28,735 per annum (dependent on qualifications and experience)

About Us

Coventry College is a dynamic Further Education provider at the heart of the city, offering high-quality vocational, technical, and professional education to learners of all ages, from Entry Level to Higher Education. Since forming in 2017, we've been committed to helping individuals transform their lives and supporting businesses to grow-strengthening the communities we serve. Our ambition is to help young people and adults to aspire to change their lives and those of their families. Through strong partnerships and a responsive, inclusive curriculum, we strive to deliver excellence in teaching and learning that evolves with industry needs and puts learners and employers in the best position for success. Recent investments in facilities, including electric vehicle tech, construction, and digital skills, ensure we stay at the cutting edge of industry needs.

About the Role

We are looking for a motivated and professional individual to join our team in a key business support role. You will play an important part in helping the College run smoothly and efficiently, contributing to the overall learner and staff experience.

Whether supporting students, staff, systems, or services, you'll bring a positive approach and a strong focus on customer service, teamwork, and attention to detail. This is a great opportunity to be part of a dynamic, forward-thinking college where your skills and contribution are truly valued.

Requirements

• Communication Skills: Exhibits excellent verbal and written communication abilities, with the capacity to interact effectively with colleagues, learners and external partners in a professional manner.
• Educational Attainment: Holds Level 2 qualifications in English and Maths (or equivalent), ensuring strong literacy and numeracy skills applicable to administrative tasks and data management.
• IT Proficiency: Demonstrates a strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office 365 applications - including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams - with the ability to create, manage, and analyse documents, spreadsheets, and reports efficiently.
• Attention to Detail: Maintains a high level of accuracy when handling data, correspondence, and documentation, ensuring records and communications are precise and error-free.
• Organisational Skills: Displays exceptional organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise workloads, meet deadlines, and manage multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Confidentiality and Professionalism: Understands and adheres to data protection and confidentiality requirements, handling sensitive information with discretion.
• Teamwork and Collaboration: Works effectively as part of a team while also demonstrating the ability to work independently and take initiative when required.
• Record-Keeping and Compliance: Ensures accurate maintenance of administrative and compliance records in line with organisational policies and relevant regulations.
• Problem-Solving Skills: Applies logical thinking and sound judgement to identify issues, suggest improvements, and implement effective solutions.
• First Aid Certification: Holds a valid First Aid qualification or demonstrates a proactive commitment to obtaining certification within an agreed timeframe.

Nice-to-Have

• Experience in an Educational Environment: Prior experience working within a school, college, or further education setting, with a sound understanding of academic administrative systems, safeguarding procedures, and learner data management.
• Knowledge of MIS or CRM Systems: Familiarity with management information systems (e.g., ProMonitor, EBS, SIMS, or other education-specific databases) used in colleges for enrolment, attendance, and student record management.
• Minute-Taking and Report Preparation: Ability to take clear, accurate meeting minutes and prepare professional reports.

What we offer

• Free on-site parking, including EV charging points
• Excellent pension scheme with defined benefits (TPS)
• Generous annual leave entitlement - 34 days plus statutory bank holidays
• Access to continued professional development and training opportunities
• Employee Assistance Programme for health and wellbeing support
• Employee discount scheme offering savings on retail, travel, and more
• This role is eligible for Blue Light Card (BLC)
• On-site refectory serving a variety of food and drink options
• Discounted hair and beauty treatments at our in-house salon
• Staff recognition and award schemes celebrating your achievements
• A supportive, inclusive working environment
• Free Will writing service

Safeguarding

We are actively committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and any vulnerable groups within the College community. We value our diverse College community and are actively committed to promoting equality and diversity in all areas of college life and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

As part of our shortlisting process, you will be asked to complete a self-declaration of your criminal record or information which may make you unsuitable to work with children, in addition we carry out an online search to help identify any incidents or issues that have happened, and are publicly available online.

The successful applicant will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check.

Safeguarding Statement

We are actively committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and any vulnerable groups within the College community. We value our diverse College community and are actively committed to promoting equality and diversity in all areas of College life. Applications are welcomed from all sections of the community. We expect all our staff and volunteers to share these commitments.

As part of our shortlisting process you will be asked to complete a self-declaration of your criminal record or information which may make you unsuitable to work with children, in addition we carry out an online search to help identify any incidents or issues that have happened, and are publicly available online.

The successful applicant will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check.

To read our Safeguarding Policy please use the following link: https://www.coventrycollege.ac.uk/policies-and-procedures/