Fostering First Ireland (FFI) is seeking a motivated, highly skilled Business Support Officer to join our Business Support team, currently based in Dublin 8.
Following probation, the role will be based on-site in our office up to three days per week, with home-based work on the remaining days.
We welcome applicants who are committed to trauma‑informed practice and who value connection, empowerment, and inclusivity. We also encourage applications from people with lived experience and from diverse backgrounds, recognising that these perspectives strengthen our work and align with our values of Safety, Trust, Empathy, Connection, Empowerment, Participation, and Inclusivity.
Why Join Us?
At FFI, we believe in creating safe, empowering environments for children, carers, and staff. As part of the international Key Assets Group, we offer a supportive, trauma-informed, values-led approach rooted in Safety, Trust, Empathy, Connection, Empowerment, Participation, and Inclusivity.
This role plays an important part in helping prospective foster carers progress through the assessment process and supports the agency in maintaining high standards of compliance, governance and service delivery.
What You’ll Do
- Coordinate the processing and tracking of foster carer applications, reviews and statutory checks.
- Maintain accurate electronic records, trackers and filing systems.
- Prepare reports and updates for governance meetings, business meetings and other team meetings, outlining status of work being undertaken.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives and contribute to service development across the agency
What We’re Looking For
- Level 7 or higher third-level qualification in administration, business, or a related field.
- A minimum of 3 years’ experience working in a busy administrative or business support role, managing competing priorities and deadlines.
- Strong IT competence, including confident use of Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, and Excel) and digital trackers/records.
- Experience using database systems on a daily basis.
- Someone who has the ability to work independently while also contributing effectively as part of a team
- Experience handling confidential information with professionalism and discretion
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to prepare clear written updates and maintain accurate records.
What We Offer
- Salary of €33,000, aligned with public sector pay scales to ensure fairness and consistency.
- Generous annual leave (25 days, rising to 30 days), supporting work–life balance and wellbeing.
- Comprehensive paid leave supports, including a structured sick pay scheme and paid family leave, recognising that life happens and support matters.
- Private Pension Scheme from day one of employment, helping you build long‑term financial security.
- Private health insurance, after one year of continuous service — offering you peace of mind if you should ever need it.
- Death in service insurance, providing financial protection for your family.
- Ongoing learning & development within a supportive and trauma-informed workplace — regular one-to-one meetings with your line manager, a comprehensive induction plan, and an open-door management culture that encourages collaboration, growth, and continuous professional support.
Interested?
For an informal chat, contact:
Mary Adams, Principal Social Worker, 087 6941958
To be considered for this role, you must complete our full application form. This is available on our website or by emailing [email protected]
Closing date: 14th August 2026
Interviews: 19th and 20th August, in person, Dublin 8.
This will include a skills test.
**Shortlisting will apply**
If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, we warmly invite you to let us know. We are committed to creating a safe and inclusive experience for all applicants. If you need the Job Description or application materials in an alternative format — such as large print, or another accessible version — please let us know and we will be happy to provide it.
Pay: €33,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Additional leave
- Bike to work scheme
- Company events
- Company pension
- Private medical insurance
- Sick pay
Work Location: In person
