Job Introduction
Compliance Administrator
Overview
As a Compliance Administrator, you will work closely with the Talent Acquisition and teams to provide expert administrative and compliance support across the onboarding process. Acting as the first point of contact for all onboarding queries, you will take ownership of the end-to-end compliance journey, ensuring a consistent, efficient, and positive experience for all candidates.
You will serve as the subject matter expert for pre-employment compliance checks across Residential Care services and the organisation’s schools, ensuring all hires meet regulatory and safeguarding requirements. This includes managing employee files, overseeing Schedule 2 compliance checks, and maintaining the Single Central Register in line with statutory guidelines.
This is a highly administrative role that requires exceptional attention to detail, strong organisational skills, and the ability to maintain accuracy while working at pace. The role also offers the opportunity to support marketing including social media, so experience or an interest in this area would also be an advantage,
Key Responsibilities
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Act as the primary point of contact for onboarding candidates, providing guidance and support throughout the process
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Manage all pre-employment checks for new starters in line with Ofsted, KCSIE, and Employment Law requirements
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Deliver an efficient referencing and verification process, ensuring start dates are not delayed
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Oversee manual and biometric right to work checks using the TrustID platform
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Embed onboarding policies and processes, ensuring consistency, fairness, and full compliance across all hires
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Proactively identify and escalate issues that may impact onboarding timelines or start dates
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Maintain accurate and compliant employee files, ensuring consistency in document management and filing structure
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Manage and maintain the Single Central Register (SCR) in line with statutory requirements
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Work in partnership with the Head of Talent to conduct monthly audits and produce reports for the Board
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Effectively manage and prioritise a high volume of administrative tasks, using sound judgement and initiative
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Develop expertise in Safer Recruitment, delivering training on internal policies, processes, and best practice
Stakeholder Engagement
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Build strong, trusted relationships with managers within your region to assist with the start date and induction timeline.
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Provide expert advice, coaching, and challenge to managers on Safer Recruitment Best Practise.
External Partnerships
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Build and manage effective relationships with compliance subject matter experts,
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Assist with employer branding activity across social media and recruitment marketing channels.
About You
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Proven experience within an busy administrative role
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Knowledge of Ofsted, KCSIE and Employment Law regulations is beneficial
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Confident influencing and partnering with stakeholders to shape and deliver compliance strategies.
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Exceptional attention to detail
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Passionate about delivering an exceptional candidate experience.
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A collaborative and positive team player who champions a happy, positive, supportive, and inclusive culture.
What We Offer
Build Your Career
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Fully funded qualifications and clear pathways
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Ongoing learning and development through structured programmes and hands-on experience
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Opportunities to step up, take on responsibility, and grow within the organisation
Feel Supported
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24/7 access to confidential support through our Employee Assistance Programme
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OnDemand GP access
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A strong team culture where people support each other day-to-day
Work That Works for You
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28 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays), increasing with service
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Birthday Recognition – Celebrating our people on their special day
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Wellbeing days to support staff when needed
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Team-based working patterns
Be Part of Something Bigger
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Opportunities to get involved in our international projects, including trips to Tanzania supporting local communities
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A values-led organisation focused on making a genuine difference — not just commercially, but socially
The Essentials
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Pension with NEST
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Access to discounts via Sage Employee Benefits and Blue Light Card
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Employee referral bonus scheme
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Long service recognition awards
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On-site parking (where available)
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Relaxed dress code
About Silver Birch Care Holdings
Silver Birch Care Holdings is a leading provider of high-quality education, supported accommodation, residential care, and specialist support for children and young people aged 5 to 25 across the UK.
We are a family owned provider, driven by our commitment to care. This makes us different from other organisations in the sector. Because we are not owned by venture capital investors or corporate shareholders, we reinvest any surplus funds into our services and support charities around the world.
Through our family of services – including Silver Birch Care, Silver Birch Care (Residential Services), The Beeches, Benecare, and Clover Childcare Services, alongside our two independent specialist schools – we operate more than 60 children's homes and supported living services across London, Peterborough, Northampton, Kent, and Norfolk.
We are proud that Clover Childcare Services is the UK’s first Dyadic Developmental Practice (DDP) Residential Certified Organisation, reflecting our strong commitment to trauma-informed and attachment-focused care.
Working in partnership with over 60 local authorities, we support children and young people to overcome challenges, celebrate their achievements, and build the skills they need to live safe, happy, and fulfilling lives.
Our experienced and dedicated teams nurture every individual, ensuring they feel safe, supported, and valued.
Safeguarding
Silver Birch Care Holdings is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and well-being of children and young people. Appointments are made subject to the satisfactory completion of safer recruitment employment checks in line with Ofsted regulations. This will include satisfactory references, enhanced DBS from the Disclosures and Barring Service and, where applicable, any international equivalent being obtained
