At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide essential admin support to ensure smooth office operations in a fostering agency.
- Company: Faith Fostering, dedicated to improving the lives of children and young people.
- Benefits: Full training, recognised qualification, friendly environment, and career development opportunities.
- Other info: Gain hands-on experience in a meaningful and rewarding sector.
- Why this job: Kickstart your career in administration while making a real difference in social care.
- Qualifications: Good organisational skills, basic IT knowledge, and a positive attitude.
The predicted salary is between 15000 - 20000 £ per year.
The Office Administrator in a fostering agency provides essential administrative support to ensure the smooth day‑to‑day running of the service. The role includes maintaining accurate records for foster carers and children, coordinating meetings and panel paperwork, handling calls and enquiries, and supporting social workers with documentation.
We are seeking a motivated and organised Office Administrator Apprentice to join our fostering agency. This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands‑on experience while supporting a team dedicated to improving the lives of children and young people.
Role Overview
You will provide administrative support to ensure the smooth running of the office and assist the team in delivering a high‑quality fostering service.
Key Responsibilities
- Supporting with general administrative tasks such as filing, scanning, and data entry.
- Maintaining accurate and confidential records for foster carers and children.
- Assisting with the coordination of meetings, supervisions, and fostering panels.
- Preparing documents and paperwork for reviews and panel meetings.
- Handling incoming calls and emails, directing enquiries appropriately.
- Supporting the onboarding process for new foster carers.
- Assisting with training coordination and sending reminders.
- Providing general office support to the wider team.
What We Are Looking For
- Good organisational and communication skills.
- Willingness to learn and develop new skills.
- Basic IT skills (e.g., Microsoft Office).
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism.
- A positive and proactive attitude.
What We Offer
- Full training and support towards a recognised qualification.
- A friendly and supportive working environment.
- Opportunity to gain experience within a social care setting.
- Career development opportunities within the organisation.
This role is ideal for someone looking to start a career in administration within a meaningful and rewarding sector.
Ref BA35 Office Administrator Apprentice at Faith Fostering in Leyland employer: Runshaw
Faith Fostering is an exceptional employer that prioritises the growth and development of its employees, offering a supportive and friendly work environment. As an Office Administrator Apprentice, you will gain invaluable hands-on experience in a meaningful sector dedicated to improving the lives of children and young people, with full training towards a recognised qualification and clear career progression opportunities within the organisation.
