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About the role
We are seeking a proactive and organised Fostering Placements Coordinator to join our Children’s Services Fostering Team on a 19-month fixed-term contract. You will play a crucial role in supporting the placement process for children and young people in care, ensuring they are matched with the right foster carers in a timely and safe manner. In this role, you will:
* Coordinate placement referrals, managing information accurately and efficiently
* Maintain close communication with foster carers, social workers, and independent fostering agencies
* Support emergency and same-day placements, responding promptly to urgent needs
* Assist with administrative tasks such as drafting placement agreements and maintaining electronic records in line with safeguarding standards
* Provide regular updates to senior staff and contribute to team meetings and planning
About You
You are someone who thrives in an organised, detail-focused role and understands the importance of fostering and safeguarding vulnerable children. You will bring:
* Experience in an administrative or coordination role, preferably within children’s services or a fostering environment
* A basic understanding of fostering principles and safeguarding requirements
* Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities efficiently
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with sensitivity when handling confidential information
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience with data entry, with a willingness to learn new case management systems
* A calm, professional approach and the ability to work collaboratively as part of a team committed to supporting children and carers
An enhanced DBS check is required for this post, and occasional out-of-hours flexibility may be needed.
Benefits
* Flexible Working Hours – We recognise the importance of flexibility in managing your work and personal life.
* 36 Hour Week – Enjoy a standard 36-hour workweek for all full time staff.
* Generous Holiday Entitlement – increasing with length of service (for non-casual roles).
* Hillingdon Sports & Leisure – Discounts at council owned leisure centres and swimming pools across the borough.
* Salary Sacrifice Schemes – option to join schemes for cycle purchase, electric vehicle leasing and additional voluntary pension contributions (subject to scheme rules).
* Cycle to Work – Eco-friendly commuting with our cycle purchase scheme. Bicycle parking, lockers, and showers at the Civic Centre.
* Local Government Pension Scheme – Access to LGPS and membership to the Credit Union.
* Vivup Benefits – Offers and discounts through Vivup Benefits.
* Mental Health Support and Counselling Services – Free 24-hour confidential advice and counselling plus a legal advice service for you and your immediate family.
* Travel Support – Season ticket loans and free car parking.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Statement
At the London Borough of Hillingdon, we are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace. We welcome applicants from a wide variety of backgrounds and provide reasonable adjustments for applicants with disabilities. We strive for a workforce representative of all sections of society and residents.
Recruitment Information
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable groups and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Some posts are subject to disclosure and barring service checks and other pre-employment screening including Enhanced DBS Check, Qualifications Check and 5 years of referencing.
Priority will be given to those at risk of redundancy within Hillingdon Council. Current employees in the redeployment pool must meet essential criteria for shortlisting to be prioritized. It may be necessary due to a high volume of applications to close this role early; we recommend applying soon.
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