Overview We are seeking a Senior Administrator to join our placement finding team on a fast-paced temporary contract. The core role is to find homes for children in care, including foster families, residential homes, or supported accommodation for older young people. This role involves working as part of a placement finding team and supporting the CO’s in the team.
Responsibilities * Review profiles for children needing care
* Liaise with Social Workers and providers to make matches for a case load of children and young people
* Complete record keeping and paperwork for each child
* Manage emergency placement searches for same day home finding as part of a duty rota
* Work alongside GCC’s inhouse fostering service
* Handle confidential information about children, subject to an enhanced DBS check and a check of Local GCC records
Qualifications * Proven experience in administrative roles
* Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
* Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
* Knowledge and understanding of child welfare and placement services is a plus
Day-to-Day * Work closely with the team through daily MS Teams calls and a lively MS Teams chat stream
* Attend monthly team meetings and work in the office 1 to 2 days a week
* Manage daily administrative tasks to support placement finding activities
This is a temporary contract position that requires strong administrative skills and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment. If you are passionate about finding the right home for every child or young person, we invite you to send your cv to
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