Fostering Admin & Compliance Coordinator

Recruitment Services UK; Harrow; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday pay

Training & development

Regular supervision

Job summary

Thrive Fostering in Harrow is seeking a motivated Administrator to provide essential support to the operational and social work functions.

You will handle general office tasks, DBS checks, record-keeping and data entry, and assist with recruitment and assessment of foster carers.

This role is office-based with a strong emphasis on confidentiality, GDPR compliance, and collaborative teamwork.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in an administrative role in social care, education, or healthcare.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organisational and time-management abilities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams).
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to handle confidential information professionally.
• A proactive, flexible, and team-oriented approach.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Responsibilities

• Providing general office and clerical support to the team
• Managing incoming and outgoing correspondence (emails, calls, post)
• Coordinating panel meetings, minute taking, and document distribution
• Maintaining accurate and confidential records and filing systems
• Assisting with data entry and updating the fostering management system
• Supporting the recruitment and assessment process of foster carers
• Handling DBS checks, reference requests, and training records
• Ordering office supplies and maintaining stationery/equipment
• Supporting compliance and audits through accurate document control
• Maintaining confidentiality in accordance with GDPR and safeguarding policies

Skills

Administrative experience

Communication skills

Organisation

Microsoft Office

Attention to detail

Confidentiality

Team player

Safeguarding

Tools

CHARMS

Mosaic

Job description

Thrive Fostering in Harrow is seeking a motivated Administrator to provide essential support to the operational and social work functions.

You will handle general office tasks, DBS checks, record-keeping and data entry, and assist with recruitment and assessment of foster carers.

This role is office-based with a strong emphasis on confidentiality, GDPR compliance, and collaborative teamwork.