Lungile is one of our new Reception Volunteers and she has wasted no time getting involved with the support and training that we offer to our amazing Volunteering Team. As well as joining our LifeSkills Employment course, she will also be attending our weekly Volunteer Training! We have various volunteering roles available and a whole host of support we can offer... interested please contact Danielle at danielle@stfcov.org #StFrancisEmployability #Community #Volunteering #Get

Yesterday we had the absolute privilege of visiting University Hospital Coventry & Warwickshire, where we were given a fantastic tour and such a warm welcome by the wonderful Barbara. Lewinsky and Aggie, along with a group of students, truly enjoyed the experience. It was not only an opportunity to explore the hospital environment, but also to really understand the values that sit at the heart of everything they do, Compassion, Improvement, Learning, Openness, Partnership, Pr

Aggy, our Employer Engagement Officer, had the absolute pleasure of attending BNI Godiva as a guest of Emma Sharp, what an inspiring and energetic room to be in! It was fantastic to learn more about the incredible work your businesses are doing and to have the opportunity to share what we do at St Francis Employability. Thank you so much for taking the time to listen, for the warm welcome, and for the amazing feedback after my speech, it really means a lot. #StFrancisEmployab

Fatma is new to the area and is looking to make friends and support her local community. She has already started volunteering in our Community Kitchen and we can tell that she is going to be an invaluable member of our volunteering team! If you are interested volunteering please email Danielle at danielle@stfcov.org #StFrancisEmployability #Volunteering #Community

At Saint Francis Employability, we’ve been inspired by one of our talented members of the community Ali Dualeh, who shared the beautiful art of traditional threaded cloth-making from his home country. Through vibrant colours and skilled craftsmanship, he not only created stunning pieces but also brought culture, confidence, and community together. 🌍✨ Do you have a talent, tradition, or skill to share? Come down and celebrate your creativity and culture with us. Your story ma

ESOL students explored the difference between high-risk and low-risk foods, learning key vocabulary while working with real food items. Through hands-on classification activities, they built confidence in discussing food safety and everyday health in practical, meaningful ways. #ESOL #StFrancisEmployability #LearningAboutFood #CofidenceBuilding

Winter can be incredibly challenging, particularly for people facing financial hardship, health issues, or insecure housing. At St Francis Employability, we believe warmth is a basic necessity, not a luxury - and this winter we’ve been proud to support our community in staying safe and well. We are a funded Centre for Warmth, supported by @Cadent, who have enabled us to provide essential warmth items to people who need them most. Through this funding, Cadent supplied heated b

Celebrating Success in Our Time Lesson at St Francis Employability We are thrilled to share that our recent time lesson was a resounding success! The students at St Francis Employability truly enjoyed practicing with clocks and engaging in real-life examples. Hands-On Learning During the lesson, learners had the opportunity to read and say the time, which helped reinforce their understanding in a practical way. It was fantastic to see everyone actively participating and app

We are over the moon that our CEO, Selina Read, has been nominated for the Women of the Year Awards — a prestigious celebration recognising women who make a real difference in their communities. Selina’s visionary leadership at St Francis Employability has transformed countless lives, empowering individuals from marginalised communities to reach their full potential. Seeing her dedication and impact recognised on such a special day fills us with immense pride. 💛 Join us in c

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If you enjoy engaging conversations and gentle physical activity, come join our sociable seating sessions. They're completely FREE and, most importantly, loads of fun! Light physical activity is beneficial, and combining it with chatting with like-minded individuals enhances the experience. #StFrancisEmployability #ChattyChairs #WhatsNotToLove #FREE

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