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Education Support Officer

Fostering First Ireland are recruiting the following position:
Education Support Officer – Permanent, Part-time, Home based

Salary commensurate with experience, private health insurance, private pension contribution, generous Annual Leave entitlement.

You are required to live in the following geographical area:
Greater Dublin/Midlands

Fostering First Ireland is a leading national independent fostering agency that is part of the international Key Assets Group. The role offers the opportunity to work within a global company providing high quality and safe services in an environment that supports continuous improvement, learning and innovation.

We are looking for a dynamic, enthusiastic, self-motivated Education Support Officer who can both work independently and collaboratively within an organisation committed to best practice. If you want to be part of a global organisation that is making a difference and changing lives, FFI may be the place for you.

Core Tasks:
• Responsibility for the delivery of the Education Service to young people and their foster carers
• Contribute to the development of the education provision, training and resources in response to the identified needs of service users.
• To promote positive educational outcomes for young people in FFI
• To maintain an updated knowledge of all education initiatives and legislative changes.
• To promote the Education Service with all stakeholders both internally and externally.


Knowledge and experience:
• Level 8 degree in Education; Youth Work; Social Care; Social Work; or Psychology
• A minimum of 3 year’s post-qualification experience in an education environment.
• A knowledge of the impact of trauma on development.
• A proven track record in working with and or on behalf of children, respecting their individuality and promoting their positive development.
• A sound knowledge of child protection procedures and the requirements of the Children First Act 2015.


Personal Attributes & Requirements
• You will be a self-starter, comfortable with taking initiative and a creative problem solver
• Flexibility and adaptability
• Ability to work on own initiative and in collaboration with a multi-disciplinary team
• Committed to best practice and be innovative and open to change
• You must have a full, clean driving licence
• You must have good organisational, IT and paperwork management skills
• This role requires flexibility regarding working hours including regular evening working and extensive travel.


Please visit our website for an application form or alternatively emails jobs@ffi.ie to request one.

Closing date for receipt of applications is Sunday the 26th of January 2025 .
Shortlisting of applicants will apply.

Please note interviews will take place in FFI’s Dublin Office on Thursday the 6th of February 2025