Apprentice Administrator

Join Our Team as an Apprentice Administrator at Fosterplus!

Salary: £14,600.04 per annum
Contract Term: Apprenticeship
Location: Long Eaton, Nottingham
Hours: 35 hours per week

Course Information

Embark on your career journey with our Business Administration Level 3 apprenticeship! You'll have dedicated time during your workweek to attend classes, whether in-person or online, to support your learning.

Why Fosterplus?

At Fosterplus, we’re not just an independent fostering agency; we’re a family dedicated to creating stability for children and young people who have faced challenges in their lives. Founded in 1996, we have nearly 30 years of experience in providing positive and stable family environments.

Our mission is clear: to ensure that every child placed with our foster parents can thrive emotionally and academically. We believe in the power of connections, and we’re looking for an enthusiastic Apprentice Administrator to help us maintain these vital relationships.

Your Role and Responsibilities

As an Apprentice Administrator, you will play a crucial role in our office team. Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing comprehensive administrative support, including:
  • Maintaining databases
  • Producing professional emails and letters
  • Processing incoming and outgoing post
  • Photocopying and message taking
  • Processing invoices
• Supporting the social work team with data collection and filing
• Maintaining accurate records of families and children placed
• Building supportive relationships with foster parents
• Liaising with Local Authority Social Workers and other professionals
• Monitoring training records and ensuring compliance
• Taking minutes at team meetings and distributing them
• Creating content for our online platforms and newsletters
• Representing and promoting Fosterplus at every opportunity

What We’re Looking For

The ideal candidate will possess:

• Basic administration skills
• GCSE/equivalent in maths and English (A Level 2 Functional Skills qualification can be completed alongside your apprenticeship)
• Ability to manage your own workload and work independently
• Excellent customer service skills
• Proficiency in IT and electronic communications, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Strong organizational skills
• A willingness to learn and seek guidance when needed

Important Note: The successful candidate will need to complete a DBS check, which will be covered by Fosterplus.

What We Offer

At Fosterplus, we value our team members and offer a range of benefits, including:

• 30 days of annual leave, increasing to 35 days with length of service
• Bank holidays
• Company Pension
• Life Assurance
• Employee Discount Scheme
• Bike to Work Scheme

Fosterplus is an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from all qualified candidates. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults, and we expect all staff to share this commitment.

Ready to make a difference? Join us at Fosterplus and help create a brighter future for children in need!