Fostering Panel Admin

We are working closely alongside with a local authority in Cardiff to assist with the appointment of a Fostering Panel Admin on a 3-months contract highly likely to be extended at clients discretion. Please apply with your CV for immediate consideration.

Rate of Pay: 13.47- 17.45 per hour

Summary:

The Fostering Panel Administrator is a key support role within the Childrens Services function of Cardiff Council responsible for providing comprehensive high-level administrative support to the Fostering Panel. The role ensures the efficient operation of the Panel maintains accurate sensitive data and facilitates the timely documentation and distribution of critical decisions regarding prospective and approved foster carers.

Responsibilities:

• Attend Fostering Panel meetings and compile draft minutes accurately for the Chairs approval within specific non-negotiable timescales.
• Ensure that all Fostering Panels are correctly arranged minuted and supported with all necessary logistics.
• Provide required statistical information on Foster Panels to managers and decision-makers upon request.
• To promptly update all relevant computerised systems (e.g. electronic case management records) following Panel outcomes.
• Produce regular monitoring and statistical returns related to fostering functions.

Essentials:

• Proven recent experience in attending high-level meetings and producing accurate high-quality draft minutes quickly and within tight deadlines.
• A relevant Business Administration qualification (e.g. NVQ Level 3 or equivalent) or equivalent demonstrable professional experience.
• Experience in developing maintaining and reviewing administrative systems and procedures.
• A demonstrable understanding of and commitment to maintaining strict confidentiality when handling sensitive personal information particularly concerning children and families.

Please note:

• You should be available to work immediately or at a short notice.
• You should have right to work in U.K
• This role requires an Enhanced DBS

Disclaimer: Brackenberry Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. We are committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Unless otherwise stated all of our roles are temporary though opening assignments can be and often are extended by clients on a longer term basis and can sometimes become permanent.

Important: We will interpret your application as being permission to submit your CV to this role (with the right to represent you) unless you advise us to the contrary. Incase the role requires an enhanced DBS your DBS must be either through us or be accompanied by a subscription to the DBS updating service.

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