Education Coordinator

Join Our Team as an Education Coordinator!

Company: Fostering People
Location: Head Office - Nottingham
Hours: 21 hours per week
Salary: £14,117.74 (£23,529.57 FTE)

Why Choose Us?

At Fostering People, we’re not just a fostering agency; we’re a community dedicated to transforming the lives of children. With over 20 years of experience and an Outstanding rating from Ofsted four times, we pride ourselves on our commitment to excellence and personal support.

Since our inception in 2000, we have expanded our reach across the UK, becoming the trusted partner for local authorities and foster parents alike. Join us in making a real difference in the lives of young people!

Your Role

We are on the lookout for an enthusiastic and committed Education Coordinator to join our fostering team in Nottingham. This is a fantastic opportunity to enhance your skills in a supportive environment focused on ensuring our young people receive the education they deserve.

Key Responsibilities

• Support and advise on educational issues for looked-after children.
• Organize and analyze educational data to improve opportunities.
• Maintain and utilize the CHARMS database (training provided).
• Deliver training packages to Foster Parents and staff.
• Attend meetings and take minutes for various discussions.
• Produce reports and analyses to support management decisions.

What We’re Looking For

To thrive in this role, you should have:

• A passion for improving educational opportunities for looked-after children.
• Strong organizational and administrative skills.
• The ability to work independently while staying connected with team members.
• Experience in supporting looked-after children and understanding their unique challenges.
• Experience working in educational or children's services settings.
• Confidence in collaborating with multi-agency teams.

Working Conditions & Benefits

We believe in taking care of our team. Here’s what you can expect:

• 30 days of annual leave, increasing to 35 days with service.
• Bank Holidays off.
• Company Pension and Life Assurance (x2).
• Employee Discount Scheme & Medical Cash Plan.
• All benefits will be pro-rated.

Join Us!

This is your chance to be part of a highly supportive environment and contribute to a thriving fostering service that continues to grow and excel. If you’re ready to make a difference, we want to hear from you!

Fostering People is an equal opportunities employer and has been awarded Disability Confident Employer status by Jobcentre Plus. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.