Life Skills Facilitator (citywide/peripatetic)

Coventry City Council; Coventry; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A local council is seeking a Family Learning Facilitator to support the delivery of educational programs for families in Coventry. The role involves engaging parents and children through various sessions aimed at strengthening family relationships and enhancing learning. Ideal candidates will have experience in educational settings and a commitment to promoting equality and an inclusive environment. This full-time, permanent position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the community.

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic and supportive individual passionate about community education.
• Committed to promoting equality, diversity, and safeguarding.
• Confident in supporting individual learner needs.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging sessions for parents, carers, and children.
• Support programs that strengthen family relationships.
• Assist with planning sessions and preparing resources.
• Work in community venues with local organizations.
• Engage disadvantaged families and increase participation.

Skills

Experience in educational or community settings

Strong understanding of barriers in education

Experience working with children or families

Facilitating learning sessions

Strong communication skills

Commitment to equality and diversity

Education

Relevant subject qualifications

Level 2 English and maths

Job description

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.

• 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 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 age 19+ and much of our provision is targeted at people with the highest levels of need.

We offer long courses in English, maths, English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL), ICT/Digital and vocational subjects such as Early Years, along with provision for adults with learning disabilities. We also offer a very wide range of short community courses in arts, crafts, music, dance, exercise, fitness and family learning. In addition, we run a highly supportive study programme for young people.

Our work‑based learning offer includes Apprenticeships in Nursery Workers, Teaching Assistants, Leadership/Management, and Customer Care. We also provide courses for adults who are seeking work via the Council’s Job Shop.

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.

Job Role

Full time, permanent Family Learning Facilitator post. The role is to support the delivery of Family Learning programmes across Coventry as part of the Skills, Employment & Adult Education Service.

Responsibilities

• Work alongside Family Learning tutors and the Delivery Manager to deliver engaging sessions for parents, carers and children.
• Support programmes that strengthen family relationships and help parents support their children’s learning and development.
• Assist with planning sessions, preparing resources and supporting learners during activities.

• Deliver a range of provision, including:

  • Parenting and relational programmes
  • Stay‑and‑play sessions
  • Baby massage
  • Curriculum‑based sessions to support understanding of primary education
  • Emerging programmes such as early communication, art‑based learning and outdoor learning
• Work in community venues and in partnership with local organisations.
• Help engage disadvantaged families and increase participation from male carers.
• Support both one‑off workshops and longer programmes (e.g. 10‑week courses).

Overall, the role suits someone enthusiastic, supportive and passionate about community education and family support, who enjoys helping families build skills, confidence and positive relationships.

Qualifications

• Passionate, adaptable and committed team player with experience in educational or community settings.
• Strong understanding of the barriers adults may face in education and a genuine commitment to supporting learners to overcome these challenges.
• Experience working with children and/or families and either possess or be willing to develop an understanding of the Early Years or Primary curriculum.
• Confident in facilitating learning sessions, preparing appropriate resources and supporting individual learner needs to enable progress.
• Strong communication and organisational skills and willingness to engage in ongoing professional development.
• Committed to promoting equality, diversity and safeguarding in all aspects of work.
• Relevant subject qualifications, along with Level 2 English and maths, essential.

Legal & Equality

This post is exempted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and appointment will be conditional upon a satisfactory DBS check. In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) guidance, an additional pre‑employment check will be carried out from 1 September 2022. We offer guaranteed interviews to applicants who meet the minimum role requirements and identify with one of the following groups:

• Members of the Armed Forces or veterans
• Individuals who are currently in care or have previously been in care
• Individuals who consider themselves to be disabled or who have a long‑term health condition

Application Process

Short Listing: Thursday 8th January 2026
Interviews: Monday 12th January 2026

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