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Thank you Dr Bike.
The staff at St Francis Employability want to say a big thank you to Dr Bike aka Andrew, for coming and delivering 4 sessions of free bike repair to our clients. Many of our clients rely on their bikes to attend their classes, volunteering or employment appointments, also with the current economic situation bike repairs become less and less of a priority over essentials so Dr Bike offering his skills for free making sure peoples bikes are safe to use and kept in good conditio
3 days ago


🌸 Women’s ESOL for Health 🌸
Would you like to improve your English while learning how to access healthcare in the UK? Our Women’s ESOL for Health programme helps you develop your English and feel more confident talking about important health topics. 💬💚 If you need support with ESOL and want to better understand healthcare in the UK, we’re here to help. 📍 St Francis Employability, St Francis of Assisi Church, Links Road, Coventry, CV6 3DQ 📞 07584 095004 📧 leonnaw@stfcov.org Please get in touch to
7 days ago


Interested in a Career in Construction?
We’re excited to welcome The Hill Group to St Francis Employability for a special employer session exploring careers and opportunities within the construction industry. 📅 Tuesday 29 September 2026 ⏰ 10:00am – 12:00pm 📍 St Francis Employability, Links Road, Coventry, CV6 3DQ Come along and hear directly from an employer about construction career pathways, entry requirements and CSCS cards, what makes a great candidate, and what employers look for when recruiting. Whether you
Sep 10


St Francis Employability, supporting Coventry's Anti Slavery work.
St Francis Employability were proud to be one of many local organisations who came together to support victims of modern slavery in and around Coventry. The event held last week at Coventry cathedral was an opportunity for members of the public, survivors and support organisations to come together and share information, network and offer support. St Francis Employability were there to offer our services to help victims to be able to move forward in their lives, build and deve
Sep 10


Wool Needed
Do you have any spare wool from a jumper you never finished? We are looking for any wool that can be used by our visitors who are learning to weave and starting to make Christmas decorations. Any colour, texture, full balls or not. We would be grateful if you could drop it by the church, come and have a coffee with us and see how it will be used. We are open 9.30-2.45, please ask for Nic or Kay.
Sep 9


From our garden to our community café!
Our incredible volunteers have been busy cooking delicious homemade pakoras using potatoes grown in our very own garden, and they tasted amazing! We simply wouldn’t be able to run our Community Café without the dedication, enthusiasm and hard work of our wonderful volunteers. They put so much care into everything they do and make a real difference to our community every day. A huge and heartfelt thank you to every one of you, we appreciate you more than words can say! #Commun
Sep 7


Cleaning course!
Fun in our new Cleaning and ESOL course as we practise giving cleaning commands to each other! #CleaningCourse #Learning #NewSkills #StFrancisEmployability
Aug 24


DWP August Bank Holiday Payments
August bank holiday on Monday, August 25 means many benefits arrive early. Payments due on August 23–25 will instead be made on Friday 22 August. This applies to major benefits: Universal Credit, Child Benefit, state pension, PIP, carer’s and attendance allowance. The early payments are to ensure families do not suffer from financial disruption so they can plan for bills, groceries, and back-to-school costs. #StFrancisEmployability #Benefits #BankHoliday
Aug 20


Cycling safe with Dr Bike at St Francis Employability.
We are fortunate that Dr Bike aka Andrew is attending St Francis Employability over the next few weeks to offer FREE bike safety checks to keep you and your family cycling safe during the holidays. Dr Bike is able to to do a thorough safety check of your bike and time permitting complete minor repairs. Dr Bike will be coming back to St Francis Employability on, Wednesday 26th August, Thursday 3rd September and Monday 7th September between 9:30am - 1:30pm, no need to book just
Aug 20


The Warm Home Discount Scheme
There is an important date of 23 August 2026 and you may need to take action now. The Scheme is closed until October 2026 but there is an important date of 23 August 2026 that could affect you receiving the one-off discount of £150 on your electricity bill or prepayment electric meter between November 26 and March 27. (The money is not paid directly to you). If you’re eligible, your electricity supplier will apply the discount to your bill. You do not need to do anything
Aug 18


Did You Know?
Blue Badge holders can park for free at Walsgrave Hospital, but registration of the badge may be required for first-time visitors. Disabled individuals with a valid Blue Badge are entitled to free parking at Walsgrave Hospital, whether attending as a patient or visiting someone. Free parking is available for the duration of your visit or appointment, ensuring easier access without parking First-time visitors must register their Blue Badge before visiting to access free parki
Aug 10


📚💻 A big thank you to our guest speakers from the library who visited our ESOL for IT class!💻📚
Note to publisher : 16.6.2026 submission Our students discovered so many free opportunities, including computer access, books in English and their first language 📖🌍, and groups and activities where they can meet new people 🤝😊. Many were amazed by how much the library can offer to help them learn, grow, and build confidence. 🌟 The highlight? Receiving their very first library cards! 🎉💳 If you're a beginner English speaker and want to improve your IT skills, our ESOL for
Aug 7


Are your children getting the free school meals they could be entitled to?
With everyone watching the pennies, preparing the daily lunch boxes can dent your wallet. If your child has not been automatically enrolled by the Council, could your child be entitled to free school meals? There are many benefits including, saving more than £450 a year per child, saving the time and hassle of shopping for and preparing packed lunches and knowing your child is getting a healthy, tasty cooked meal that can mean they achieve more on a full stomach. You could
Aug 6


🎤 Interview with an ESOL Tutor 🧑🏫
Ever wondered what a day in the life of an ESOL tutor is like? Here's a little peek behind the scenes! 🔎What's on your desk? 🍌 Bananas – A quick energy boost to keep me going through busy teaching days. 📎 Stapler – There's always another worksheet to prepare! It keeps everything organised and ready for class. 🎧 Headphones – My little space for motivation and creativity while planning lessons. 💻 Computer – Probably my most important teaching tool. I love creating lessons
Aug 4


🧩Feeling Puzzled?😉
At St Francis Employability, rather than giving our learners the answers, we use puzzles, games and problem-solving activities to help them discover the language for themselves. This builds confidence, strengthens memory and makes learning much more rewarding. Today we've got a parts of the face anagram challenge! 👀 How many words can you find? Which one was the trickiest? Can you use one of the words in a sentence? Pop your answers in the comments - we'd love to see how you
Aug 3


Dr Bike and St Francis Employability helping you stay safe on your bike.
If you are a cyclist and your bike needs a bit of care then why not come to St Francis Employability to meet with Dr Bike who will be providing FREE bicycle checks and small repairs such as brake and gear adjustments, puncture repair, tyre inflation and general safety checks. There is no need to book an appointment just pop along with your bike to St Francis Employability, Links Road, Coventry, CV6 3DQ between 9:30am and 1:30pm on the dates shown on the poster.
Aug 3


Thank you All Saints Allesley for your good donation 🙏🏽
Support for Our Community Cafe Our community café provides free breakfast and lunch every weekday to those in need, ensuring that no one in our community goes hungry. How Donations Help Every contribution helps us cover the costs of ingredients, supplies, and operational expenses. With your support, we can continue to serve nutritious meals, foster a sense of community, and promote well-being among our neighbours. Join Us in Making a Difference Your donations not only feed bo
Jul 31


Step 2 Success with St Francis Employability.
Looking for work... In work and want to know more... Want to develop your workplace skills and knowledge... Then this could be the course for you!! Our Steps to Success course takes place each week and covers topics such as AI in the workplace, workers rights, mental wellbeing and ends with a professional mock interview! The next Steps 2 Success course starts on Tuesday 21st July, if you would like more information please contact David via the details on the poster. #StFranci
Jul 15


📚ESOL challenge of the week!
🛒Can you name these items? Write the names in the comments. 🍎 1. __________🍌 2. __________🥚 4. __________ ⭐ Extra Challenge: Write one sentence using "I like..." or "I don't like..." Example:✅ I like apples.✅ I don't like eggs. 💬 Share your answers in the comments and practise your English with us! #ESOL #LearnEnglish #EnglishPractice #EnglishForEveryone #Coventry #stfrancisemployability
Jul 13
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