Assessment Administrator

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Job Title: Assessment Administrator

Location: Service/ Office Based, Atria, Bolton

Salary: £24,570 per annum 

Hours: Full Time 

Contract Type: Permanent

If you really want to make your mark in a rapidly growing business that is committed to improving the lives of children and young people, we have the role for you!

We have a fantastic opportunity for a motivated and enthusiastic Assessment Administrator to join the National Fostering Group.

About the Group:

 We are the National Fostering Group – the UK’s largest independent fostering family.

With over 20 years of experience in foster care, we are committed to finding dedicated foster parents able to provide a safe and supportive environment for children and young people across the UK.

Our family of over 30 specialist, independent fostering agencies cover the entire UK by supporting communities locally. Whether that be children and young people or potential foster carers looking for short or long-term foster placements, our expert teams work closely with Local Authorities and Trusts across the country to find the perfect fostering opportunities.

In England, we are proud of the fact that 100% of our regional fostering provisions have been officially recognised by Ofsted as either ‘Outstanding’ or ‘Good’. Our high standards are replicated and equally highly regarded by the Care Inspectorate for Scotland and the Care Inspectorate Wales.

About the Role:

The successful candidate will be responsible for providing comprehensive administration to the National Assessment Team to ensure an effective and efficient service. You will be required to liaise with a range of internal and external stakeholders, being the first point of contact for telephone calls. 

Supporting our managers and social workers, the Assessment Administrator will ensure queries are dealt with effectively and confidentially. As part of the assessment of prospective foster carers, you will support with the completion of statutory checks, tracking assessments and booking training. 

The Assessment Administrator will be joining a supportive and caring team who put a relentless focus on the outcomes of the children and young people in our care every day. 

Who we are looking for?

You will have experience of working within an office environment and supporting a busy team. The successful candidate will need a good working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, including Microsoft Excel to create reports.  It is important that you are able to work efficiently within a fast-paced environment and can meet tight deadlines.

We are looking for someone who can demonstrate a willingness to learn and develop your own personal skills and capability though on-going training as agreed with your line manager.

Essential Criteria:

• Experience within an administrative role
• Strong IT skills
• Good communication skills, both spoken and written
• Willingness to learn and happy to undertake professional training where necessary
• Team player
• Organised with the ability to manage numerous tasks & deadlines

But what else is in it for you? Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you’ll get an exceptional reward package including:

• Up to 39 days annual leave each year (25 base entitlement + 1 One moment in time + 8 bank holidays + ability to buy up to 5 extra days)
• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions
• “Your Wellbeing Matters” – access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical health checks

And a market-leading benefit offering through our Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, enables you to choose the package that’s right for you, including:

• A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
• 100’s of discount options valid in the UK and abroad
• Cycle to Work Schemes
• Electric Car Purchase Scheme
• Critical illness cover

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all employees to share this commitment and undertake appropriate checks.

We are an Equal Opportunities Employer

Job ID: 270553