Surrey County Council

We have opportunities for Advanced Social Workers to join our Family Safeguarding Teams based across East Surrey covering the Reigate and Weybridge areas and West Surrey covering the Woking and Guildford areas. The salary range for Advanced Social Workers is £52,884 - £56,175 per annum . This is inclusive of a market supplement of £5,000. We also offer a financial package of up to £6,000 which is payable in 3 instalments across your first 18 months in post. Our Offer to You A competitive relocation package of up to £8,000 We pay your Social Worker England Registration fee 28 days annual leave, rising to 31 days after 5 years' service (plus bank holidays) Access to our car lease scheme Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave An extensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing A generous local government salary related pension Lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, shopping and many more 2 paid volunteering days per year Up to 5 days of carer's leave per year Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Paternity, adoption and dependents leave Refer a friend payment of £1,000 as a thank you for finding the right Social Worker About Surrey Our Surrey Children's Services are actively working towards becoming a high-performing local authority, evidenced by the fact we are now starting to realise the positive impacts of the Family Safeguarding practice model in action with reductions in the number of children subject to child protection plans. We are working hard to sustain and develop our progress and this is driven by the efforts of every member of our social care workforce from our business support and family support workers to our frontline practitioners through to leadership- all working together to create and sustain the right conditions for a positive culture and well-supported workforce equipped to deliver consistent and good quality social work practice for our children and families. Our Progress We are proud of our recent Good Ofsted judgement, which marks a significant milestone for Surrey. The report highlights that our social workers are "skilled at building relationships with children who are subject of children in need or child protection plans. Creative direct work helps them to build a rounded understanding of children's daily lives." "They also build positive relationships with parents, enabling honest and sometimes difficult conversations." Overall "Staff are well-trained and committed, feel highly valued and are proud to work in Surrey." About our Family Safeguarding Service Our Family Safeguarding services include responsibility for our Family Safeguarding Model, Child In Need, as well as pre and court proceedings. Within Family Safeguarding we use motivational interviewing, multi-agency approach under the Family Safeguarding model, where Social Workers, Family Support Workers, Domestic Abuse Practitioners, Recovery Workers, Mental Health Practitioners, and Psychologists collaborate closely to address family issues efficiently, reducing the need for referrals to other agencies. To help us achieve our ambitions for children and families we are looking for dedicated, and compassionate practitioners who are child focused and committed to relationship-based social work to join us. As an Advanced Social Worker (ASW) you'll enjoy mentoring and collaborating with less experienced social workers within the team supporting their development. We aim for you to hold a reduced caseload to enable you to support effectively whilst also deputising for the Team Manager when needed. This is a great role for anyone looking to enhance their professional development and take a step towards a management position. We strive to provide a supportive and dynamic work environment for our staff, that fosters growth, maintains work-life balance, and rewards efforts. We guarantee 5 days of CPD and have access to excellent research and development tools such as Community Care Inform, Care Knowledge and Research In Practice. Why Choose Surrey? Surrey is a large and ambitious local authority meaning we can draw from a range of available resources to support the delivery of our services to children and their families, but that's just part of it. It's our staff that truly make the difference day in day out and we'd like to share with you some of their insights as to why they choose to be part of Surrey Children's social care workforce. Our staff highlighted that you can expect Positive team and colleague relationships - You'll have the opportunity to be part of a team that thrives on positive working relationships, where collaboration with supportive colleagues in your team, across the organisation and with key partners will enable and enrich your practice. Flexibility and work-life balance - We are committed to agile working and trust you to adapt your schedule to suit your needs, balancing this against the need to visit your children and families. It is our expectation that staff attend the office at least 2 days per week. Opportunities and support for professional development - You can benefit from a structured environment that encourages growth and development. You'll have access to ongoing training opportunities via our Surrey Children's Service Academy, including our coaching and mentoring scheme, a well-structured progression pathway, learning opportunities and reflective and task focused supervision. A sense of belonging and familiarity - You'll be part of our welcoming and approachable social work family where you'll be able to draw on the knowledge of established team members to support your understanding of the local area and available resources, working for a team where your individual expertise are valued and where you can have fun together. A focus on wellbeing - We recognise that you are a valuable asset and key to unlocking the positive changes we aspire for with our children and families. The job you do is serious therefore we take your well being seriously and recognise the need for reflective supervision where wellbeing is front and centre of the conversation. Your Application, Our Inclusive Approach In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our behaviours: Qualified Social Work degree and SWE Registration Car driver with a valid UK license ASYE completed, within two years of qualifying UK social work experience Three years post-qualified experience Surrey has both urban and rural areas and Social Workers will be expected to have a valid driving licence to drive in the UK, access to a vehicle and be willing to travel across a wide geographical area. To apply you will need to upload your CV and answer the following questions: Please tell us what has motivated you to apply for this role? Please tell us about the key skills and experience you will be able to bring to this role. What is your understanding of Surrey's Practice Model for family safeguarding? Can you describe the strengths and challenges of this model? Next Steps If your application is shortlisted, you will be invited to a short virtual call to explore your answers to the application questions (lasting approx. 15- 20 mins) If successful following this, you will be invited for an in-person interview, allowing you to meet the team, check out your potential office and get a feel for what your journey might look like. We are committed to inclusive recruitment. That's why, if you're invited to a face-to-face interview, we'll share the themes of the questions with you in advance. This way, you can prepare and feel comfortable, allowing you to confidently discuss your skills and experiences. An enhanced DBS 'Disclosure and Barring Service' check for regulated activity (formerly known as CRB) and the Children's and Adults' Barred List checks will be required for this role. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities. Our Commitment We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview. Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we're committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs.

We have opportunities for Senior Social Workers to join our Family Safeguarding Teams based across East Surrey covering the Reigate and Weybridge areas and West Surrey covering the Woking and Guildford areas. The salary range for Senior Social Workers is £52,884 - £56,175 per annum. This is inclusive of a market supplement of £5,000. We also offer a financial package of up to £6,000 which is payable in 3 instalments across your first 18 months in post. Our Offer to You A competitive relocation package of up to £8,000 We pay your Social Worker England Registration fee 28 days annual leave, rising to 30 days after 5 years' service (plus bank holidays) Access to our car lease scheme Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave An extensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing A generous local government salary related pension Lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, shopping and many more 2 paid volunteering days per year Up to 5 days of carer's leave per year Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Paternity, adoption and dependents leave Refer a friend payment of £1,000 as a thank you for finding the right Social Worker About Surrey Our Surrey Children's Services are actively working towards becoming a high-performing local authority, evidenced by the fact we are now starting to realise the positive impacts of the Family Safeguarding practice model in action with reductions in the number of children subject to child protection plans. We are working hard to sustain and develop our progress and this is driven by the efforts of every member of our social care workforce from our business support and family support workers to our frontline practitioners through to leadership- all working together to create and sustain the right conditions for a positive culture and well-supported workforce equipped to deliver consistent and good quality social work practice for our children and families. Our Progress We are proud of our recent Good Ofsted judgement , which marks a significant milestone for Surrey. The report highlights that our social workers are "skilled at building relationships with children who are subject of children in need or child protection plans. Creative direct work helps them to build a rounded understanding of children's daily lives." "They also build positive relationships with parents, enabling honest and sometimes difficult conversations." Overall "Staff are well-trained and committed, feel highly valued and are proud to work in Surrey." About our Family Safeguarding Service Our Family Safeguarding service includes responsibility for our Family Safeguarding Model, Child In Need, as well as pre and court proceedings. Within Family Safeguarding we use motivational interviewing, multi-agency approach under the Family Safeguarding model, where Social Workers, Family Support Workers, Domestic Abuse Practitioners, Recovery Workers, Mental Health Practitioners, and Psychologists collaborate closely to address family issues efficiently, reducing the need for referrals to other agencies. To help us achieve our ambitions for children and families we are looking for dedicated, and compassionate practitioners who are child focused and committed to relationship-based social work to join us. If you are considering your next professional opportunity and looking to develop your skills and experience within child protections services we'd love to enable you to do that safely with us. We strive to provide a supportive and dynamic work environment for our employees, that fosters growth, maintains work-life balance, and rewards efforts. We guarantee 5 days of CPD and have access to excellent research and development tools such as Community Care Inform, Care Knowledge and Research In Practice. Why Choose Surrey? Surrey is a large and ambitious local authority meaning we can draw from a range of available resources to support the delivery of our services to children and their families, but that's just part of it. It's our staff that truly make the difference day in day out and we'd like to share with you some of their insights as to why they choose to be part of Surrey Children's social care workforce. Our staff highlighted that you can expect Positive Team and Colleague Relationships - You'll have the opportunity to be part of a team that thrives on positive working relationships, where collaboration with supportive colleagues in your team, across the organisation and with key partners will enable and enrich your practice. Flexibility and Work-Life Balance - We are committed to agile working and trust you to adapt your schedule to suit your needs, balancing this against the need to visit your children and families. It is our expectation that staff attend the office at least 2 days per week. Opportunities and Support for Professional Development - You can benefit from a structured environment that encourages growth and development. You'll have access to ongoing training opportunities via our Surrey Children's Service Academy, including our coaching and mentoring scheme, a well-structured progression pathway, learning opportunities and reflective and task focused supervision. A Sense of Belonging and Familiarity - You'll be part of our welcoming and approachable social work family where you'll be able to draw on the knowledge of established team members to support your understanding of the local area and available resources, working for a team where your individual expertise are valued and where you can have fun together. A Focus on Wellbeing - We recognise that you are a valuable asset and key to unlocking the positive changes we aspire for with our children and families. The job you do is serious therefore we take your well being seriously and recognise the need for reflective supervision where wellbeing is front and centre of the conversation. Your Application, Our Inclusive Approach In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our behaviours: Qualified Social Work degree and SWE Registration Car driver with a valid UK license ASYE completed, within two years of qualifying UK social work experience Three years post-qualified experience Surrey has both urban and rural areas and Social Workers will be expected to have a valid driving licence to drive in the UK, access to a vehicle and be willing to travel across a wide geographical area. To apply you will need to upload your CV and answer the following questions: Please tell us what has motivated you to apply for this role? Please tell us about the key skills and experience you will be able to bring to this role. What is your understanding of Surrey's Practice Model for family safeguarding? Can you describe the strengths and challenges of this model? Next Steps If your application is shortlisted, you will be invited to a short virtual call to explore your answers to the application questions (lasting approx. 15- 20 mins) If successful following this, you will be invited for an in-person interview, allowing you to meet the team, check out your potential office and get a feel for what your journey might look like. We are committed to inclusive recruitment. That's why, if you're invited to a face-to-face interview, we'll share the themes of the questions with you in advance. This way, you can prepare and feel comfortable, allowing you to confidently discuss your skills and experiences. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities. Our Commitment We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview. Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we're committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs.

We have opportunities for Social Workers to join our Family Safeguarding Teams based across East Surrey covering the Reigate and Weybridge areas and West Surrey covering the Woking and Guildford areas. The salary range for Social Workers who have successfully completed their ASYE is £47,239 - £50,135 per annum . This is inclusive of a supplement of £5,000. We also offer a financial package of up to £6,000 which is payable in 3 instalments across your first 18 months in post. Our Offer to You: A competitive relocation package of up to £8,000 We pay your Social Worker England Registration fee 28 days annual leave, rising to 31 days after 5 years' service (plus bank holidays) Access to our car lease scheme Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave An extensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing A generous local government salary related pension Lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, shopping and many more 2 paid volunteering days per year Up to 5 days of carer's leave per year Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Paternity, adoption and dependents leave Refer a friend payment of £1,000 as a thank you for finding the right Social Worker About Surrey Our Surrey Children's Services are actively working towards becoming a high-performing local authority, evidenced by the fact we are now starting to realise the positive impacts of the Family Safeguarding practice model in action with reductions in the number of children subject to child protection plans. We are working hard to sustain and develop our progress and this is driven by the efforts of every member of our social care workforce from our business support and family support workers to our frontline practitioners through to leadership- all working together to create and sustain the right conditions for a positive culture and well-supported workforce equipped to deliver consistent and good quality social work practice for our children and families. Our Progress We are proud of our recent Good Ofsted judgement , which marks a significant milestone for Surrey. The report highlights that our social workers are "skilled at building relationships with children who are subject of children in need or child protection plans. Creative direct work helps them to build a rounded understanding of children's daily lives." "They also build positive relationships with parents, enabling honest and sometimes difficult conversations." Overall "Staff are well-trained and committed, feel highly valued and are proud to work in Surrey." About our Family Safeguarding Service Our Family Safeguarding services include responsibility for our Family Safeguarding Model, Child In Need, as well as pre and court proceedings. Within Family Safeguarding we use motivational interviewing, multi-agency approach under the Family Safeguarding model, where Social Workers, Family Support Workers, Domestic Abuse Practitioners, Recovery Workers, Mental Health Practitioners, and Psychologists collaborate closely to address family issues efficiently, reducing the need for referrals to other agencies. We strive to provide a supportive and dynamic work environment for our employees, that fosters growth, maintains work-life balance, and rewards efforts. We guarantee 5 days of CPD and have access to excellent research and development tools such as Community Care Inform, Care Knowledge and Research In Practice. Why Choose Surrey? Surrey is a large and ambitious local authority meaning we can draw from a range of available resources to support the delivery of our services to children and their families, but that's just part of it. It's our staff that truly make the difference day in day out and we'd like to share with you some of their insights as to why they choose to be part of Surrey Children's social care workforce. Our staff highlighted that you can expect Positive team and colleague relationships - You'll have the opportunity to be part of a team that thrives on positive working relationships, where collaboration with supportive colleagues in your team, across the organisation and with key partners will enable and enrich your practice. Flexibility and work-life balance - We are committed to agile working and trust you to adapt your schedule to suit your needs, balancing this against the need to visit your children and families. It is our expectation that staff attend the office at least 2 days per week. Opportunities and support for professional development - You can benefit from a structured environment that encourages growth and development. You'll have access to ongoing training opportunities via our Surrey Children's Service Academy, including our coaching and mentoring scheme, a well-structured progression pathway, learning opportunities and reflective and task focused supervision. A sense of belonging and familiarity - You'll be part of our welcoming and approachable social work family where you'll be able to draw on the knowledge of established team members to support your understanding of the local area and available resources, working for a team where your individual expertise are valued and where you can have fun together. A focus on wellbeing - We recognise that you are a valuable asset and key to unlocking the positive changes we aspire for with our children and families. The job you do is serious therefore we take your well being seriously and recognise the need for reflective supervision where wellbeing is front and centre of the conversation. Your Application, Our Inclusive Approach In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our behaviours: Qualified Social Work degree and SWE Registration Car driver with a valid UK license ASYE completed, within two years of qualifying UK social work experience - at least 1 year UK frontline social work experience Surrey has both urban and rural areas and Social Workers will be expected to have a valid driving licence to drive in the UK, access to a vehicle and be willing to travel across a wide geographical area. To apply you will need to upload your CV and answer the following questions: Please tell us what has motivated you to apply for this role? Please tell us about the key skills and experience you will be able to bring to this role. What is your understanding of Surrey's Practice Model for family safeguarding? Can you describe the strengths and challenges of this model. Next Steps If your application is shortlisted, you will be invited to a short virtual call to explore your answers to the application questions (lasting approx. 15- 20 mins) If successful following this, you will be invited for an in-person interview, allowing you to meet the team, check out your potential office and get a feel for what your journey might look like. We are committed to inclusive recruitment. That's why, if you're invited to a face-to-face interview, we'll share the themes of the questions with you in advance. This way, you can prepare and feel comfortable, allowing you to confidently discuss your skills and experiences. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities. Our Commitment We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview. Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we're committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs.

Location: Woking, Reigate and Weybridge, Surrey Description The starting salary for these full-time, permanent positions is £36,873 per annum based on a 36-hour working week. We're excited to be recruiting EHCP (Education, Health, and Care Plan) Coordination Officers to join our fantastic Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) service. These roles are open to hybrid working. As a team we split our time between working from home and in the office for a minimum of two days per week. We also aim for visits to schools and settings to take place on a regular basis as we continue to build on our collaborative working. The roles will be based from one of the following area offices. You can indicate your preferred location during the application process; however, final placement will be determined according to service needs: Woodhatch Place, Reigate, RH2 8EF Victoria Gate, Woking, GU21 6JD Dakota, Weybridge, KT13 0YP Our Offer to You 26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave A generous local government salary related pension Up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents About the Role Join our SEND Service - Make a Real Difference! If you're committed to collaboration, advocacy, and making things happen, we'd love to hear from you. We're looking for compassionate, knowledgeable, and proactive individuals who can communicate clearly and build trusted relationships. Our young people want adults who listen, explain things honestly, and keep them at the centre of every decision. Parents and carers value empathy, strong organisational skills, and a deep understanding of SEND legislation and diverse needs. Schools need consistent, accessible professionals who are experts in SEND and can guide them through the system with clarity and confidence. At Surrey County Council, we're committed to providing excellent support for children and young people with SEND. Our SEND services work together to deliver timely, effective support that leads to positive outcomes. We focus on building strong, respectful relationships with families, schools, and partner organisations, with relational and restorative working practices underpinning all our work. As an EHCP Coordination Officer, you'll be part of a busy area SEND team, primarily focused on managing the statutory annual review process. Your key responsibilities as an EHCP Coordination Officer will include: Working directly with families, using a person centred approach to maintain and update Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) Coordinating input from Education, Health, and Care services to ensure each child receives the right support for their needs Advising schools and other settings, helping to ensure EHCPs are clear, accurate, and high quality Reflective practice and continuous improvement are key to this role, and you'll be part of a team that puts the child at the centre of everything we do. This is a challenging role but, by working in close collaboration with children's Social Care, Health, parents/carers and families, as well as schools, your impact will help us to achieve the best outcomes for the children we support. Your Application In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our behaviours : Educated to A-level standard or equivalent, with demonstrable experience and understanding of SEND, including the SEND Code of Practice and the Children and Families Act 2014 Familiarity with Surrey County Council's Local Offer and the provision across mainstream and special schools, or a willingness to develop this knowledge Knowledge of evidence based interventions and the ability to clearly articulate recommendations in written reports Proven ability to write and amend EHCPs, and present relevant information to fully inform decision making Experience of working collaboratively with children, young people, and families to ensure their views are actively heard and applied Extensive experience supporting vulnerable children and young people, particularly those with SEND Clear and confident communication skills, both in writing and in person, with the ability to build strong working relationships Competence in a range of IT tools including MS Office and database management systems The role involves working in, and visiting, venues across a locality to build professional working relationships, therefore you will need to have the willingness and ability to travel around the county to meet the demands of the role. Before submitting your application, we recommend you read the job description and Our Life at Surrey handbook to get an insight into working at Surrey. The job advert closes at 23:59 on 01/02/2026 with interviews planned to follow from week commencing 23/02/2026. Contact Us Please contact us for any questions relating to the role. This could be to discuss flexible working requests, transferable skills or any barriers to employment. Please contact Deborah Degnan via email at . We look forward to receiving your application, please click on the apply online button below to submit. An enhanced DBS 'Disclosure and Barring Service' check for regulated activity (formerly known as CRB) and the Children's and Adults' Barred List checks will be required for this role. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities. We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview. Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we're committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs.

Location: Woodhatch Place, Cockshot Hill, Reigate Description We are committed to the development of our workforce. This position is only available to applicants who already work for Surrey County Council. We thank you for your interest in our roles and would encourage you to review our vacancies which are open to all. This role has a starting salary of £53,713 per annum, based on a 36 hour working week. We have a great opportunity to join the Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Implementation team as a Senior Project Manager. We support hybrid working with the right balance. We come together in person for 1 days per week on average (20% of the working week) and support working from home the rest of the time. Our Offer to You 26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave A generous local government salary related pension Up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents. About The Role This is your opportunity to project manage and influence one of the largest transformation programmes ever undertaken in local government in Surrey. As a Project Manager, you'll have the chance to help shape service provision, ensuring we are ready to meet the needs of the future. This role comes with a strong sense of purpose and an opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of the communities we serve. As a key member of our team, you'll be at the forefront of managing the development of strategies, projects and service development activities. Your expertise in needs analysis and evidence-based policy advice will be crucial in making informed decisions that drive the agenda forward. Collaboration is at the heart of what we do, and you'll work closely with senior officers across directorates, local and national partners to ensure our vision becomes reality. Shortlisting Criteria To be considered for shortlisting for this position your CV and answers to the questions below will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our behaviours : A self-starter with the ability to work independently on tasks and proactively sharing progress updates Strong analytical abilities and vision with excellent communication and engagement skills. A good understanding of the national local government policy agenda A track record of managing complex change projects and programmes in a public sector setting Strong leadership skills and be able to manage effective relationships across the organisation in a complex stakeholder environment Good stakeholder engagement and management skills, at all levels of the organisation A collaborative approach to delivering change Experience working in local government reform, particularly within Adults Social Care, Public Health or Communities Service areas Application Questions Looking at our advert and considering Surrey County Council's commitment to ensuring that "no one is left behind", please tell us what it is about the Project Manager role within the Local Government Reorganisation team that has motivated you to apply? Please tell us about the relevant experience or transferable skills you have that will enable you to successfully manage complex change projects and collaborate effectively with senior officers, partners, and stakeholders across Surrey County Council? What three qualities do you have that would make you a successful Project Manager, and how do these qualities support Surrey County Council's culture of collaboration, inclusivity, and adaptability during this significant transformation programme? Before submitting your application, we recommend you read the job description & Our Life at Surrey handbook to get an insight into working at Surrey. Contact us Please contact us for any questions relating to the role. This could be to discuss flexible working requests, transferable skills or any barriers to employment. We look forward to receiving your application, please click on the apply online button below to submit. The job advert closes at 23:59 on 25/01/2026 with interviews planned to follow. Local Government Reorganisation Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities. We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview. Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we're committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs.

A local government authority in England seeks a Senior Project Manager to lead a major transformation programme in Surrey. This role involves project management, strategy development, and collaboration with stakeholders to meet community needs. The position offers a hybrid work model and a competitive salary of £53,713 per annum. Applicants must have experience in managing complex public sector projects and possess excellent communication and leadership skills. They're committed to workforce development and inclusivity.

This full-time position has a starting salary of 36,873 per annum, based on a 36 hour working week. This is a 9-month fixed term contract or secondment opportunity with the potential to extend. For internal candidates, please discuss with your current Line Manager before submitting your application. We are excited to be hiring a new Care Leavers Housing Manager to join our fantastic Care Leavers Service. The team is based at Victoria Gate in Woking, however the role is countywide and will involve travel to various properties and offices within the county of Surrey. Rewards and Benefits 26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service Optionto buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave A generous local government salary related pension Up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents About the Role This role sits within the Care Leavers Service, part of the wider Corporate Parenting Directorate at Surrey, who tirelessly support our care experienced young people to reach their potential towards adulthood. The Service has a permanent and longstanding workforce of dedicated staff and managers. We foster a strong learning culture - celebrating achievements, sharing knowledge, and investing in staff development to help you thrive. You will have the opportunity to develop the role of Care Leavers Housing Manager; ensuring the successful running of the Group Living for Care Leaver Properties in Surrey, which are set aside specifically for care experienced young people. Surrey currently has four houses across the county with plans to extend to six properties by mid-2026. This is a varied and rewarding role that blends housing management with direct support. You'll work closely with care experienced young people, support providers, and internal teams to ensure safe, well-maintained homes and smooth transitions to independent living. No two days will be the same! As a Housing Manager, your key responsibilities will include: Identifying and supporting tenants, ensuring full occupancy Supporting with housing and benefit applications Responding to repair and maintenance concerns Ensuring health and safety compliance across properties Liaising with the Care Leavers Service, Land and Property Services, and support providers Being a trusted point of contact for residents, helping them live safely and confidently within the properties, as they progress to independent accommodation Shortlisting Criteria To be considered for shortlisting for this position your CV and answers to the questions below will clearly evidence: Experience working with vulnerable young people Experience working within the housing industry with knowledge of housing and health and safety legislation An understanding of welfare benefits A track record of working effectively, both independently and within a team Surrey has both urban and rural areas and candidates will be expected to have a valid driving licence to drive in the UK, access to a vehicle and be willing to travel across a wide geographical area. Reasonable adjustments where needed will be made for successful applicants who have a disability or long term health condition to enable them to fulfil the requirements of the job. Application Questions Please can you tell us what has motivated you to apply for this position. What do you feel you can bring to the role? Please tell us about your experience working with young people. How have you built trust and supported them to achieve positive outcomes? Please describe a time when you managed housing-related responsibilities. What legislation or compliance considerations did you need to take into account, and how did you ensure these were met? This role involves working independently and collaboratively across teams. Can you share an example of a project or initiative you've led or contributed to that required coordination with multiple stakeholders? The job advert closes at 23:59 on 28/12/2025 with interviews to follow. Local Government Reorganisation Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities. Our Commitment We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview. Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we're committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs.

Description We are committed to the development of our workforce. This position is only available to applicants who already work for Surrey County Council. We thank you for your interest in our roles and would encourage you to review our vacancies which are open to all. This role has a starting salary of £70,975 per annum, based on a 36-hour working week. We are seeking an experienced Senior Complaints Practice Lead to provide strategic leadership and expert oversight of complaints management across Surrey County Council. This is a senior role within Customer Services, responsible for ensuring a consistent, high-quality and customer-focused approach to complaint handling. You will ensure the voice of the customer is central to service improvement, organisational learning and policy development. Our Offer to You 26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave A generous local government salary related pension Up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents. About the Role The post has two key leadership facets: Direct accountability for line managing a dedicated complaints team, ensuring high performance, quality and professional standards. Matrix leadership across other complaints teams within the organisation, working collaboratively to strengthen consistency of approach, improve performance and embed best practice organisation-wide. You will play a critical role in supporting Surrey Councils through Devolution and Local Government Reorganisation (D&LGR), helping to prepare for Vesting Day and beyond. This includes ensuring complaints handling arrangements are safe, legal, and consistent throughout the transition, supporting new operating models, and shaping the complaints framework for the two new local authorities. This is an exciting opportunity to influence how complaints and customer feedback are managed in a newly formed local government landscape. Key Responsibilities Provide organisation-wide leadership and specialist expertise in complaints management Manage high-risk and high-profile complaints across high volume service areas Drive service improvement by embedding learning from complaints Deliver insight, reporting and assurance to senior leaders and Audit & Governance Committee Act as the organisation's Link Officer for the Local Government & Social Care Ombudsman Develop and deliver training to build capability and consistent practice Lead, motivate and develop staff within your directly managed complaints team Support D&LGR by working collaboratively across multiple complaints teams to design and oversee safe, legal and consistent complaints handling For full details, please see the attached Job Description. Your Application In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our behaviours: Leadership experience in complaints handling, service improvement, and customer experience, ideally in a complex or public-sector setting. Ability to lead through influence and direct management, building strong collaborative relationships across teams. Experience driving change, aligning practices and priorities to deliver consistent standards and improved performance organisation-wide. To apply, we request that you submit a CV, and a personal statement of no more than two pages which outlines the reasons for your interest in this role and your relevant qualifications and experience. Contact Us Please contact us for any questions relating to role requirements, flexible working requests, transferable skills or barriers to employment. For an informal discussion, please contact Eleanor Brown via email at . The job advert closes at 23:59 on 15/01/2026 with interviews planned to follow. We look forward to receiving your application, please click on the apply online button below to submit. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities. We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview. Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we're committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs.

Category: Qualified Social Work - Adult's Contract type: Fixed term Working hours: 36 hours per week Posted on: 6 January 2026 Closing date: 25 January 2026 Location: Guildford (with county-wide remit) Description The starting salary for this role is £81,796 per annum, working 36 hours per week. This is a fixed term opportunity until 31st March 2027. Are you an experienced leader passionate about safeguarding adults and driving service excellence? Surrey County Council is seeking a dynamic Head of Adult Safeguarding to provide strategic leadership and expert guidance within our Adults Wellbeing & Health Partnerships Directorate. This is a pivotal role at the forefront of safeguarding practice, innovation, and partnership working. Our Offer to You 26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave A generous local government salary related pension Up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents About the Role As the lead expert for Adult Safeguarding, you will shape and deliver a service that meets statutory requirements and reflects best practice. You will provide expert advice and support, ensuring compliance with national legislation and guidance for Adult Social Care safeguarding. Working collaboratively with Health partners, you will lead strategic quality assurance for providers and champion equity and inclusion in safeguarding responses, particularly for underrepresented groups. Innovation will be central to your role, driving co-production with people who have lived experience and embedding learning into commissioning cycles and contract monitoring. You will lead ethical safeguarding practices in emerging areas such as artificial intelligence, digital surveillance and data sharing, while building leadership capability within the safeguarding workforce. Close collaboration with the ASC Academy and the Principal Social Worker will support continuous improvement and integration initiatives. As a professional leader, you will inspire high standards and accountability within the safeguarding team, managing a staffing budget of up to £1 million and a team of up to 40. You will develop policy improvements, represent Adult Social Care at the Surrey Safeguarding Adults Board and ensure effective collaboration with children's services. Your responsibilities will include leading major programmes and reviews, chairing sub-groups and driving strategic plans that deliver high quality care for Surrey residents. Work Context The role sits within a directorate undergoing significant transformation, focusing on independence, prevention, early intervention, tackling inequalities, and improving services. You will work closely with the Adults Leadership Team to ensure safeguarding remains central to social work practice. Why Join Us? This is an opportunity to make a real impact on the lives of adults with care and support needs across Surrey. You'll be part of a forward thinking team, championing best practice and innovation in safeguarding. Shortlisting Criteria In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our behaviours : Degree or equivalent professional qualification, plus senior management experience in a complex business environment. Authoritative understanding of safeguarding legislation and practice standards. Extensive knowledge of change management, project management, and continuous improvement. Experience of leadership and management at a senior level with advanced skills in inspiring, motivating, coaching, and developing teams. Strong written and oral communication, negotiation, and influencing skills. Proven ability to manage budgets and resources effectively. Evidence of continued professional development and high level safeguarding knowledge. Surrey has both urban and rural areas and locality based social care workers will be expected to have a valid driving licence to drive in the UK and access to a vehicle and be willing to travel across a wide geographical area. Reasonable adjustments where needed will be made for successful applicants who have a disability or long term health condition to enable them to fulfil the requirements of the job. Before submitting your application, we recommend you read the job description & Our Life at Surrey handbook to get an insight into working at Surrey. An enhanced DBS 'Disclosure and Barring Service' check for regulated activity (formerly known as CRB) and the Children's and Adults' Barred List checks will be required for this role. Contact us Please contact us for any questions relating to the role. This could be to discuss flexible working requests, transferable skills or any barriers to employment. For further information, please contact Sarah Kershaw, Director of Transformation Assurance & Integration, by email on or on MS Teams. The job advert closes at 23:59 on 25/01/2026 with interviews to follow. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities. We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview. Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we're committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs.

The starting salary for this position is 30,647 per annum based on a 36 hour working week. This is a 6-month fixed term contract or secondment opportunity. Please discuss with your current Line Manager before submitting your application. We are excited to be hiring a new Senior Panel Administrator to join our fantastic Secretariat Team, which is our centre of excellence for meeting support and note taking, and who arrange multi-agency panels to discuss care packages and costings for children and young people. The team are based at Woodhatch in Reigate and the role is open to hybrid working . As a team we split our time between collaborating with colleagues in the office for a minimum of 2 days per week, and working from home. Our Offer to You 26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave A generous local government salary related pension Up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents About the Role The Children, Families and Learning directorate provides a range of highly specialist services to vulnerable children and young people. Services are delivered directly to children and their families within extensive statutory frameworks, and staff working in these areas need specialist knowledge in order to deliver effective services to these high risk and high need groups. This role is based within our outstanding Business Support service, which underpins the work of frontline practitioners. In this role, you will work closely with senior management, supporting them with the information required to make decisions on the placement and care packages for our looked after children. Your key responsibilities as a Senior Panel Administrator will include: Planning and organising panels Liaising with professionals both within Social Care and external agencies Keeping track of information, updating and maintaining spreadsheets and databases Taking meeting notes and distributing to involved parties, ensuring timescales are met Providing performance information Your Application In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our behaviours: Evidence of efficient and accurate note taking skills (using a laptop) Experience of organising complex meetings Experience of providing administrative services and awareness of working with confidential information Excellent customer service and communication skills, both written and spoken A confident, organised and proactive approach with the ability to meet sometimes challenging deadlines Excellent IT skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications To apply, we request that you submit a CV and you will be asked the following 4 questions: Please outline your previous administration experience. Note-taking support to meetings forms a large part of this role. Please give evidence, with examples, of your laptop note-taking experience. Please give evidence, with examples, of your experience arranging complex meetings. Please list any other skills and/or qualifications you have that are relevant to this job. Before submitting your application, we recommend you read the job description and Our Life at Surrey handbook to get an insight into working at Surrey. Contact Us Please contact us for any questions relating to the role. This could be to discuss flexible working requests, transferable skills or any barriers to employment. Please contact Caroline Raper by e-mail at . A basic DBS 'Disclosure and Barring Service' check for regulated activity (formerly known as CRB) will be required for this role. The job advert closes at 23:59 on 04/01/2026 with interviews to follow. We look forward to receiving your application, please click on the apply online button below to submit. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities. Join our dynamic team and shape the future of local government. Make a lasting impact with innovative solutions and improved services for our community. Help us build a brighter future for our residents! Please see more information here: Information for applicants on Local Government Reorganisation - Surrey County Council. Our Commitment We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview. Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we're committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs.

This permanent role has a starting salary of 27,634 per annum, based on a 36 hour working week. We have a great opportunity to join our East 2 (Mid) Area team as a Business Support Assistant. We have two positions available - one based in Dorking and one in Weybridge. Please advise in your application which office you would prefer as your base but travel may be required across the area (Epsom, Dorking and Elmbridge). We support hybrid working with the right balance and come together in person for 2-3 days per week on average and support working from home the rest of the time. Our Offer to You 26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave A generous local government salary related pension Up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents. About The Role This is an exciting new opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking Area Hub, designed to deliver integrated and responsive support to adults across Surrey. As a Business Support Assistant, you will be at the heart of this new way of working, helping to shape and support the delivery of vital services within Adults, Wellbeing & Health Partnerships. Your day-to-day responsibilities will be varied and dynamic, offering a mix of routine and ad hoc tasks that contribute directly to the smooth running of the hub. You will: Be the first point of contact for internal and external enquiries, both on the telephone and in the office, providing a professional and empathetic response and ensuring queries are directed appropriately Maintain and update systems and databases, ensuring accurate records are kept supporting service delivery and reporting Prepare and send out correspondence, reports, and documentation to support operational and management teams Coordinate meetings and appointments, including diary management, room bookings, and preparation of materials Support resource management, following ordering procedures to ensure the hub has the supplies and tools needed to operate effectively Work collaboratively across teams, adapting to changing priorities and supporting colleagues in a flexible and agile way Contribute to service improvement, identifying opportunities to streamline processes and enhance the quality of administrative support. This role offers a unique chance to be part of a newly formed team, where your input and adaptability will help shape the future of mental health support in Surrey. You'll be working in a fast-paced environment that values teamwork, innovation, and a commitment to making a difference. Your Application In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our behaviours: Proven ability to work in a busy office environment, managing competing priorities effectively Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to build positive relationships and work collaboratively with colleagues and customers Competence in using a range of IT tools and systems, including databases and Microsoft Office applications Excellent organisational skills and ability to maintain accurate records and handle enquiries, with an understanding of confidentiality and data protection principles Willingness and ability to travel across service sites as required. To apply, we request that you submit a CV and you will be asked the following 4 questions: What interests you about this role and how do you see yourself contributing to its success? Describe a time when you had to manage competing priorities in a busy environment. How did you ensure tasks were completed effectively and on time? How do you ensure confidentiality and professionalism when handling sensitive information or enquiries? This role involves handling a high volume of incoming calls and providing excellent customer service. Can you describe your previous experience in managing phone calls, including the types of calls you handled and any tools or systems you used? The job advert closes at 23:59 on 04/01/2026 with interviews planned to follow in the w/c 12th January 2026. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities. Join our dynamic team and shape the future of local government. Make a lasting impact with innovative solutions and improved services for our community. Help us build a brighter future for our residents! Our Commitment We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview. Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we're committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs.

We have a great opportunity for a Team Manager to join our Children's Assessment Team based in Woking. When not working with our residents in the community, we are keen to support agile working with a combination of home and office working. We are keen to get the balance right of providing flexibility but ensuring you feel connected to your team and the service. The salary range for Team Managers is £54,636 - £58,953 per annum based on a 36 hour working week. We also offer a financial package of up to £6,000 which is payable in 3 instalments across your first 18 months in post. Our Offer to You We pay your Social Worker England Registration fee 28 days annual leave, rising to 31 days after 5 years' service (plus bank holidays) Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave An extensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Up to 5 days of carer's leave per year Paternity, adoption and dependants leave A generous local government salary related pension Lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, shopping and many more 2 paid volunteering days per year Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Refer a friend payment of £1,000 as a thank you for finding the right Social Worker Our Progress We are proud of our recent Good Ofsted judgement , which marks a significant milestone for Surrey. The report highlights how strong assessments in Surrey consider children's histories and involve social workers spending time alone with children to understand their experiences." Our strong training and development offer in Surrey "helps to equip staff with the understanding, knowledge and skills that they need to practice in a kind, sensitive, motivational and respectful way and that staff feel highly valued, are proud to work for children's services." If you are considering your next professional opportunity and looking for an ambitious and highly motivated employer who is continuously striving for better services for children and young people, then our Surrey Children's Services would love to hear from you. Joining Surrey as a Team Manager will be an opportunity to be part of a culture in which children and families are supported in a spirit of partnership that encourages them to develop their own solutions while receiving the help and support, they need to address their complex situations. You will also nurture and grow your own team of social workers and practitioners using a motivational interviewing approach, which contributes to Surrey's continued journey to "outstanding". About Working in Assessment The first contact any family or professional has with our assessment service sets the tone for our entire working relationship with them. Our practice across the whole service is based upon consent, strong relationships with families and with partners who are also supporting our families. Using motivational approaches the assessment social worker engages with both the family and the network supporting them to understand the presenting worries and work out whether a statutory social work service is required. If not, a plan to support the family at a lower level of need will be put in place to meet the need of the child and family. One Voice In Surrey, you will have a sense of belonging within your individual team but also the wider service areas and directorate. You will receive high quality supervision, as there is a firm commitment towards dedicating time that focusses on the work you do with children and families, to enable you to work creatively and holistically in providing support and protection to children whilst also paying attention to your wellbeing and career development. This allows you to feel continuously fulfilled in your role and have a pathway to achieve your future aspirations. Wherever you are in your career journey, Surrey is committed to supporting and nurturing you so that you can be the best version of yourself. Our Surrey Children's Service Academy currently has over 60 courses available and offers a bespoke learning programme so you can be at the forefront of best practice. Modules such as motivational interviewing and our total respect course allow you to feel empowered in having essential conversations whilst still ensuring a child centred approach. Your Application, Our Inclusive Approach In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our behaviours: Qualified Social Work degree and SWE Registration Car driver with a valid UK license ASYE completed, within two years of qualifying UK social work experience Four years post-qualified experience Evidence of supervising (students and practice educator) or supervising other qualified staff To apply you will need to upload your CV and answer the following questions (no more than 200 words per question): Please tell us what has motivated you to apply for this role? Please tell us about the key skills and experience you will be able to bring to this role. Working in an Assessment team can be quite fast paced, unpredictable and often requires multi-tasking. Using an example, please tell us how you cope under pressure? Surrey has both urban and rural areas and Social Workers will be expected to have a valid driving licence to drive in the UK, access to a vehicle and be willing to travel across a wide geographical area. Next Steps If your application is shortlisted, you will be invited to a short virtual call to explore your answers to the application questions (lasting approx. 15- 20 mins) If successful following this, you will be invited for an in-person interview, allowing you to meet the team, check out your potential office and get a feel for what your journey might look like. We are committed to inclusive recruitment. That's why, if you're invited to a face-to-face interview, we'll share the themes of the questions with you in advance. This way, you can prepare and feel comfortable, allowing you to confidently discuss your skills and experiences. The job advert closes at 23:59 on the 29th January 2026. An enhanced DBS 'Disclosure and Barring Service' check for regulated activity (formerly known as CRB) and the Children's and Adults' Barred List checks will be required for this role. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities. Our Commitment We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview. Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we're committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs.

This permanent role has a starting salary of 13,817 per annum (pro rata to 27,634 FTE), based on an 18-hour working week. We have a great opportunity to join our Continuing Care Team as a Business Support Assistant. We are looking for someone to provide comprehensive administrative support to our Adult Wellbeing Health Partnership (AWHP) team. Working Days will be Wednesday afternoon 1:00 to 5:00 pm, 9 to 5:00 Thursday & Friday. (18 hours per week) We support hybrid working with the right balance. We come together in person every Wednesday in Dakota. We also support 2 days working from home on average. Our Offer to You 26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave A generous local government salary related pension Up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents. About The Role You will be undertaking general administrative duties in order to provide support to a dispersed specialised central operational team within AWHP, where supervision at times is off site. You may be required to travel to other sites in Surrey to support operational functions. You will need to have excellent Excel skills, quick and accurate data entry on mainframe database and Excel spreadsheets. You will need to be able to both interrogate the database and interpret the data recorded which may be complex in nature. At times you will need to produce ad hoc reports from excel spreadsheets. You will have good communication skills both written and verbal as you will be expected to deal with telephone enquiries and a wide range of correspondence, case recording and scanning duties. In addition, you will have the skills to enable you to take notes and minutes of meetings. You will also be required to proofread/edit items for web supported team bulletin. You will have a flexible, mature approach, will be well organised and able to work under pressure, on occasions, to tight deadlines. You will also have good customer service and excellent IT skills. You will have previous experience of working in a busy office environment and have the ability to work as part of a team within existing working protocols and procedures whilst being proactive and using your initiative within the scope of the job role. Your Application In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our behaviours: Proven ability to work in a busy office environment, managing competing priorities effectively Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to build positive relationships and work collaboratively with colleagues and customers Competence in using a range of IT tools and systems, including databases and Microsoft Office applications Professionalism and confidentiality when handling sensitive information and enquiries. Excellent organisational skills and ability to maintain accurate records and handle enquiries, with an understanding of confidentiality and data protection principles Willingness and ability to travel across service sites as required. To apply, we request that you submit a CV and cover letter. Before submitting your application, we recommend you read the job description & Our Life at Surrey handbook to get an insight into working at Surrey. The job advert closes at 23:59 on 07/01/2026 with interviews taking place in person on 21/01/2026. Local Government Organisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities. Join our dynamic team and shape the future of local government. Make a lasting impact with innovative solutions and improved services for our community. Help us build a brighter future for our residents! Our Commitment We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview. Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we're committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs.

The starting salary for these full-time, permanent roles is 30,647 per annum based on a 36 hour working week. We are excited to be recruiting a new Coroner's Support Officer to join our fantastic team, based in Woking. As a Coroner's Officer you will help support the Senior Coroner deliver their judicial duties, providing a high-quality service to bereaved families by progressing cases efficiently and with empathy. Our Offer to You 26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave A generous local government salary related pension Up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents About the Role We are looking for individuals who can work at pace to make a difference to the lives of people who have lost family members, loved ones or friends. In this role, you will be responsible for recording deaths and progressing investigations referred to the Coroner in line with the Coroner's and Justice Act 2009, Coroner's (Investigations) Regulations 2013, Coroner's (Inquests) Rules 2013, and the Chief Coroner's Guidance. You will deal with HM Coroner bereaved families and a variety of third-party agencies such as Hospitals, GP surgeries, and Police on a daily basis, so clear communication and liaison is key to the role to ensure all parties are updated with the progress of referrals and are provided with appropriate support. You will need to be able to remain sympathetic and empathetic whilst working to policy and procedure. Key duties of a Coroner's Support Officer include: Use specialist knowledge to input referrals into in-house systems, manage communications promptly, and keep senior staff informed of urgent/important developments. Handle queries and complaints independently, using initiative to resolve issues. Provide accurate, efficient, and confidential support to coroner officers, organising and quality-checking your own work. Maintain and update confidential records and filing systems (manual and electronic). Summon and administer jurors, and support the Coroner during Inquest Openings and at front of house when court is open. Occasionally attend NHS mortuaries (Guildford, Chertsey, Redhill) to verify identification details before post-mortem examinations. Deal with enquiries from bereaved families with empathy and excellent customer care, championing their needs. This role is key to provide administration support for the initial investigation steps that assists the timeliness of coronial investigations. This is a hugely rewarding role that is of benefit to the residents of Surrey. Your excellent customer service and communication skills will tie in with your ability to relate to people from backgrounds which reflect the diversity of the people who live and work in Surrey. Shortlisting Criteria In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our behaviours: Experience of working within a coronial service, the police, legal profession or other investigatory or regulatory profession. Analytical ability to perform this investigation driven role Ability to provide high levels of customer care and professionalism to members of the public Ability to write well structured, clear, and concise reports using information gathered from multiple sources Excellent IT skills and the ability to follow defined processes in a timely manner This role requires travel across the county. The role holder will need to have a full (UK) drivers' licence and the willingness and ability to travel around the county to meet the demands of the role. The job advert closes at 23:59 on 20th December 2025 with interviews to follow. An enhanced DBS 'Disclosure and Barring Service' check for regulated activity (formerly known as CRB) and the Children's and Adults' Barred List checks will be required for this role. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities. Join our dynamic team and shape the future of local government. Make a lasting impact with innovative solutions and improved services for our community. Help us build a brighter future for our residents! Our Commitment We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview. Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we're committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs.

The starting salary for these full-time, permanent positions is £36,873 per annum based on a 36-hour working week. We're excited to be recruiting EHCP (Education, Health, and Care Plan) Coordination Officers to join our fantastic Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) service. This role may be more commonly titled as SEND Case Officer, which may help with your understanding of how the role aligns itself outside of Surrey. These roles are open to hybrid working . As a team we split our time between working from home and in the office for a minimum of two days per week. We also aim for visits to schools and settings to take place on a regular basis as we continue to build on our collaborative working. The roles will be based at one of our area offices. You can indicate your preferred location during the application process; however, final placement will be determined according to service needs: Woodhatch Place, Reigate, RH2 8EF Victoria Gate, Woking, GU21 6JD Dakota, Weybridge, KT13 0YP Our Offer to You 26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave A generous local government salary related pension Up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents About the Role Join our SEND Service - Make a Real Difference! If you're committed to collaboration, advocacy, and making things happen, we'd love to hear from you. We're looking for compassionate, knowledgeable, and proactive individuals who can communicate clearly and build trusted relationships. Our young people want adults who listen, explain things honestly, and keep them at the centre of every decision. Parents and carers value empathy, strong organisational skills, and a deep understanding of SEND legislation and diverse needs. Schools need consistent, accessible professionals who are experts in SEND and can guide them through the system with clarity and confidence. At Surrey County Council, we're committed to providing excellent support for children and young people with SEND. Our SEND services work together to deliver timely, effective support that leads to positive outcomes. We focus on building strong, respectful relationships with families, schools, and partner organisations, with relational and restorative working practices underpinning all our work. As an EHCP Coordination Officer, you'll be part of a busy area SEND team, primarily focused on managing the statutory annual review process. Your key responsibilities as an EHCP Coordination Officer will include: Working directly with families, using a person-centred approach to maintain and update Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) Coordinating input from Education, Health, and Care services to ensure each child receives the right support for their needs Advising schools and other settings, helping to ensure EHCPs are clear, accurate, and high quality Reflective practice and continuous improvement are key to this role, and you'll be part of a team that puts the child at the centre of everything we do. This is a challenging role but, by working in close collaboration with children's Social Care, Health, parents/carers and families, as well as schools, your impact will help us to achieve the best outcomes for the children we support. Your Application In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our behaviours: Educated to A-level standard or equivalent, with demonstrable experience and understanding of SEND, including the SEND Code of Practice and the Children and Families Act 2014 Familiarity with Surrey County Council's Local Offer and the provision across mainstream and special schools, or a willingness to develop this knowledge Knowledge of evidence-based interventions and the ability to clearly articulate recommendations in written reports Proven ability to write and amend EHCPs, and present relevant information to fully inform decision-making Experience of working collaboratively with children, young people, and families to ensure their views are actively heard and applied Extensive experience supporting vulnerable children and young people, particularly those with SEND Clear and confident communication skills, both in writing and in person, with the ability to build strong working relationships Competence in a range of IT tools including MS Office and database management systems The role involves working in, and visiting, venues across a locality to build professional working relationships, therefore you will need to have the willingness and ability to travel around the county to meet the demands of the role. The job advert closes at 23:59 on 01/02/2026 with interviews planned to follow from week commencing 23/02/2026. We look forward to receiving your application, please click on the apply online button below to submit. An enhanced DBS 'Disclosure and Barring Service' check for regulated activity (formerly known as CRB) and the Children's and Adults' Barred List checks will be required for this role. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities. Our Commitment We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview. Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we're committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs.

The starting salary for this role is 20,792.50 (pro rata to 41,585 FTE), working 18 hours per week. This is a 12-month fixed term contract/ secondment opportunity. We have a great opportunity to join our Adults Academy as a Learning and Development consultant on a part-time basis. We support hybrid working with the right balance, however as the role requires frequent travelling across our registered and in-house services, as well as our offices, we expect the person being able to work from different locations several times a week. Our Offer to You 26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave A generous local government salary related pension Up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents. About The Role Since June 2025, the Training Academy's role has expanded to support not only social care teams but all in-house CQC registered services, including reablement. Our services are CQC-regulated this role is critical in helping us raise practice standards. The role will work closely with our Career Development Lead and will include: Providing intensive training, workforce development and development of good practice guides for in-house services, especially supported living services. Empowering in house services to meet the Care Certificate standards and mandatory training requirements for their service. Supporting our learning needs analysis and delivering targeted, consistence training and providing expert advice to partners and stakeholders Contributing to developing sustainable specialist programmes (like the Care Certificate and Admiral Nursing project) and using insights which empower services to shape future learning programmes. Co-producing and Delivering training, workshops, and reflective practice sessions directly to registered services. Supporting commissioning and managing external training providers, ensuring quality assurance of all training offers. Working closely with internal and external partners to create a diverse, accessible learning offer using different delivery methods and technology. Promoting and supporting our electronic Learning Management System across the adult social care directorate. This role is key to driving practice improvements, consistent standards, and reflective practice across the adult social care directorate in house and registered services. Your Application In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our behaviours: Experience and understanding around social care practice, including the underpinning legal frameworks. Awareness of the Care Certificate and CQC Single Assessment Framework for registered services. Experience and/ or understanding of contract management and quality assurance. Significant experience in working with and leading a variety of stakeholders and the ability to influence and direct. Experience in co-producing and delivering workshops, training and reflective practice sessions. Significant IT skills, including the use of Excel and PowerPoint. Ability to analyse data, ability to contribute to the development of new data sets and evaluation tools. Understanding of financial processes, including budget management and oversight. To apply, we request that you submit a CV and you will be asked the following 3 questions: Describe a time when you delivered training or supported workforce development that led to a measurable improvement in practice. What was your approach and what was the outcome? If you were asked to design a training programme for staff in a supported living service rated "Requires Improvement", what steps would you take and why? How would you ensure that you work quickly with others to meet a tight deadline. How would you ensure effective collaboration? The job advert closes at 23:59 on 25th January 2026 with in-person interviews planned to follow. Local Government Organisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to new unitary councils in April 2027. Your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of these new councils, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities. Join our dynamic team and shape the future of local government. Make a lasting impact with innovative solutions and improved services for our community. Help us build a brighter future for our residents! Our Commitment We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview. Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we're committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs.

This role has a starting salary of 61,784 per annum, based on a 36-hour working week. This is a fixed term contract/ secondment opportunity until 31/03/2027. We have an exciting strategic and professional opportunity for two Senior Estates Surveyors to join our fantastic Estates Management team. You will be joining a team that values professional development and supports a commercial and agile approach to its diverse portfolio. This role is open to hybrid working and as a team we split our time between working from home and collaborating together in the office. Rewards and Benefits 26 days' holiday (prorated for part time staff), rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave An extensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Up to 5 days of carer's leave per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave A generous local government salary related pension Lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, shopping and many more 2 paid volunteering days per year Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources About Us Surrey County Council is on a mission to transform our operational estate to better serve our residents, ensuring that 'no one is left behind'. Our commitment to the health and wellbeing of our environment and communities is at the heart of everything we do. We are a dynamic and dedicated organisation, fully invested in transformation and improvement. Our teams thrive in a fast-paced environment, collaborating to lead, advise, and deliver meaningful change. About the Role The Devolution and Local Government Reorganisation (D&LGR) programme is one of the most significant transformation efforts in Surrey's recent history. It aims to redesign how services are delivered, and assets are managed across Surrey County Council and its District and Borough partners. The Estates workstream plays a critical role in this, ensuring that property-related functions are legally sound, operationally aligned, and strategically positioned to support future service models. Operating within our Estates Team, the Senior Estates Surveyor will work in a dynamic, programme-driven environment shaped by the D&LGR transformation. The role demands a blend of strategic thinking and operational expertise, with a strong emphasis on legal compliance, data integrity, and stakeholder assurance. The postholder will navigate a complex estate comprising offices, schools, care homes, fire stations, youth centres, libraries, land, and investment assets. As part of this workstream, the Senior Estates Surveyor will lead on the discovery and validation of SCC's property estate, supporting the programme's Safe & Legal objectives and enabling confident progression into design and implementation phases. The role will involve reviewing legal interests, assessing compliance risk, and ensuring all estate data is robust and decision ready. This is a senior-level opportunity to contribute to a high-profile change programme with lasting impact across Surrey's public service landscape. If you're successful, you'll be joining our high-performing Estates Management team at the heart of one of Surrey's most ambitious transformation programmes. You'll work closely with senior leaders, programme managers, legal specialists, and property professionals across the council and partner organisations. We'll share our knowledge, networks, and expertise with you, and we'll be here to support you when challenges arise. Your manager will trust you to work with autonomy and to make sound, strategic decisions. You'll be encouraged to develop your professional skills and broaden your influence across the organisation, with access to excellent development opportunities and a wide range of professional networks. Don't be put off by what you think working in local government is like. We are commercially minded, forward-thinking, and focused on delivering public value. In this role, you'll directly shape the future of a diverse property portfolio - from libraries to care homes - making sure our estate is safe, legal and fit for the next generation of services. The work you do will have a lasting impact for Surrey's communities, and not every organisation can offer that. Please see attached role profile for the full role responsibilities. Shortlisting Criteria To be considered for shortlisting for this position, your CV and personal statement will need to evidence the following: Degree or equivalent level qualification. RICS Surveyor (General Practice Division) full qualification. Highly experienced in the workings of property markets and sound commercial acumen. Practical and extensive experience of a wide range of property and estate management issues. Extensive experience in dealing with complex property matters and delivering results. As part of the application process, please upload your CV and answer the following questions: Describe how you would handle a critical compliance risk in a key property while keeping services operational. (200 words max) Explain how you would bring multiple public sector partners with conflicting priorities to agreement over a shared asset. (200 words max) Outline how you would check, improve and assure estate data so it's ready for senior decision-making. (200 words max) Our team currently operates from our Woodhatch office in Reigate, but staff will be expected to operate in a flexible way to meet the needs of our customers and work demands, using agile working methods that allow business to be conducted from multiple locations. The job advert closes at 23:59 on 04/01/2026 with interviews to follow. Local Government Reorganisation Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities. Join our dynamic team and shape the future of local government. Make a lasting impact with innovative solutions and improved services for our community. Help us build a brighter future for our residents! Our Commitment We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview. Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we're committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs.

The starting salary for this role is 33,552 per annum, working 36 hours per week. We are seeking a motivated and experienced Contract Support Officer to join our team. This role is ideal for individuals with some contract management experience who are looking to further develop their skills and grow within a supportive and dynamic environment. Rewards and Benefits 26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave A generous local government salary related pension Up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents About the Team The Application Assurance team is part of the IT & Digital service, and the team supports the Council's contractual software and renewal purchases for the Enterprise Application Portfolio team (EAP) to ensure value for money and compliant contracts. About the Role As a Contract Support Officer, your responsibilities will include assisting with Freedom of Information (FOI) requests related to IT and Digital services. You will be responsible for preparing requisition requests and producing ad hoc contractual documentation. A key part of your role will involve supporting the maintenance and updating of contract data within MySurrey (Unit4), Proactis, and our SharePoint repository, with a particular focus on contract management. You will also contribute to contract-related activities, ensuring adherence to procurement policies and guidelines. In addition, you will engage with stakeholders to foster effective communication and collaboration. Shortlisting Criteria To be considered for shortlisting for this position, your application will clearly evidence the following: Willingness to learn Business Processes: An eagerness to learn about related business processes in areas like procurement and finance. Basic understanding of how these processes interface with contract management is a plus but not essential. Collaboration Skills: Ability to work effectively with other departments to ensure seamless contract management processes. This includes strong interpersonal skills, the ability to communicate clearly and professionally with colleagues from different areas of the organisation, and a proactive approach to building and maintaining positive working relationships. Understanding of Contract Principles: Basic knowledge or willingness to learn about contract management principles and best practices - for example, understanding terms and conditions, service level agreements (SLAs), Key Performance Indicators (KPI) and governance of contracts. Analytical Skills: Basic analytical and data skills, with an interest in using tools like Microsoft Excel for data analysis and reporting. You should be willing to learn how to read and interpret data and use this insight to drive decision-making or improvements. Problem-Solving Abilities: An interest in developing strong troubleshooting and diagnostic abilities. Willingness to learn how to methodically investigate contract-related issues or system problems, identify root causes, and contribute to effective solutions. Attention to detail and a methodical approach to gathering and recording information are important in this role. The job advert closes at 23:59 on 14/12/2025 with interviews to follow. Local Government Reorganisation Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities. Join our dynamic team and shape the future of local government. Make a lasting impact with innovative solutions and improved services for our community. Help us build a brighter future for our residents!

The starting salary for this role is 81,796 per annum, working 36 hours per week. This is a fixed term opportunity until 31st March 2027. Are you an experienced leader passionate about safeguarding adults and driving service excellence? Surrey County Council is seeking a dynamic Head of Adult Safeguarding to provide strategic leadership and expert guidance within our Adults Wellbeing & Health Partnerships Directorate. This is a pivotal role at the forefront of safeguarding practice, innovation, and partnership working. Our Offer to You 26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave A generous local government salary related pension Up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents About the Role As the lead expert for Adult Safeguarding, you will shape and deliver a service that meets statutory requirements and reflects best practice. You will provide expert advice and support, ensuring compliance with national legislation and guidance for Adult Social Care safeguarding. Working collaboratively with Health partners, you will lead strategic quality assurance for providers and champion equity and inclusion in safeguarding responses, particularly for underrepresented groups. Innovation will be central to your role, driving co-production with people who have lived experience and embedding learning into commissioning cycles and contract monitoring. You will lead ethical safeguarding practices in emerging areas such as artificial intelligence, digital surveillance and data sharing, while building leadership capability within the safeguarding workforce. Close collaboration with the ASC Academy and the Principal Social Worker will support continuous improvement and integration initiatives. As a professional leader, you will inspire high standards and accountability within the safeguarding team, managing a staffing budget of up to 1 million and a team of up to 40. You will develop policy improvements, represent Adult Social Care at the Surrey Safeguarding Adults Board and ensure effective collaboration with children's services. Your responsibilities will include leading major programmes and reviews, chairing sub-groups and driving strategic plans that deliver high-quality care for Surrey residents. Work Context The role sits within a directorate undergoing significant transformation, focusing on independence, prevention, early intervention, tackling inequalities, and improving services. You will work closely with the Adults Leadership Team to ensure safeguarding remains central to social work practice. Why Join Us? This is an opportunity to make a real impact on the lives of adults with care and support needs across Surrey. You'll be part of a forward-thinking team, championing best practice and innovation in safeguarding. Shortlisting Criteria In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our behaviours: Degree or equivalent professional qualification, plus senior management experience in a complex business environment. Authoritative understanding of safeguarding legislation and practice standards. Extensive knowledge of change management, project management, and continuous improvement. Experience of leadership and management at a senior level with advanced skills in inspiring, motivating, coaching, and developing teams. Strong written and oral communication, negotiation, and influencing skills. Proven ability to manage budgets and resources effectively. Evidence of continued professional development and high-level safeguarding knowledge. Surrey has both urban and rural areas and locality based social care workers will be expected to have a valid driving licence to drive in the UK and access to a vehicle and be willing to travel across a wide geographical area. Reasonable adjustments where needed will be made for successful applicants who have a disability or long-term health condition to enable them to fulfil the requirements of the job. An enhanced DBS 'Disclosure and Barring Service' check for regulated activity (formerly known as CRB) and the Children's and Adults' Barred List checks will be required for this role. The job advert closes at 23:59 on 25/01/2026 with interviews to follow. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities. Join our dynamic team and shape the future of local government. Make a lasting impact with innovative solutions and improved services for our community. Help us build a brighter future for our residents! Our Commitment We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview. Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we're committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs.

Job Introduction We have an opportunity for a Social Worker to join our Children Looked After Team based in Reigate. When not working with our residents in the community, we are keen to support agile working with a combination of home and office working. We are keen to get the balance right of providing flexibility but ensuring you feel connected to your team and the service. The salary range for Social Workers is £42,239 - £45,135 per annum. We also offer a financial package of up to £6,000 which is payable in 3 instalments across your first 18 months in post. Information about qualifying criteria to receive this payment can be found HERE. Our Total Reward Statement includes additional information about other financial benefits available to you including professional fees, pension contribution and much more. Our Offer to You We pay your Social Worker England Registration fee 28 days annual leave, rising to 31 days after 5 years' service (plus bank holidays) Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave An extensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Up to 5 days of carer's leave per year Paternity, adoption and dependants leave A generous local government salary related pension Lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, shopping and many more 2 paid volunteering days per year Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Refer a friend payment of £1,000 as a thank you for finding the right Social Worker Our Progress We are proud of our recent Good Ofsted judgement, which marks a significant milestone for Surrey. The report highlights that "Children in care have trusting and positive relationships with their Social Workers. Social Workers use creative life-story work to help children understand the reasons why they are in care." And "Staff are well-trained and committed, feel highly valued and are proud to work in Surrey." You can read the full report HERE. If you are considering your next professional opportunity and looking for an ambitious and highly motivated employer who is continuously striving for better services for children and young people, then our Surrey Children's Services would love to hear from you. About working with Children Looked After As a member in the Children Looked After Team, your role will be to support children living with relatives, friends or foster families and perspective adopters or older children living in children's homes and semi-independent units. You will build sustainable relationships with them and plan for their permanence. You will be responsible for ensuring their safety and support them take the necessary steps towards independence. Through regular visits, assessments and reviewing their Care Plan, you will nurture and develop meaningful relationships with these children and young people; understand and interpret their wishes; and champion and support them to reach their full potential. Occasionally, you will be required to prepare reports and attend court. You will be supported in this challenging role with regular supervision and consultations with our Mental Health Focussed Social Worker. You will also find support by working alongside other social workers, family support workers and partnership organisations such as: Health Services, Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (New Leaf), Independent Reviewing officers and carers. Supporting You In Surrey, you will have a sense of belonging within your individual team but also the wider service areas and directorate. You will receive high quality supervision, as there is a firm commitment towards dedicating time that focusses on the work you do with children and families, to enable you to work creatively and holistically with a child centred approach. You will also be supported in your career development by your management team and our Surrey Children's Service Academy, which currently has over 60 courses available and offers a bespoke learning programme so you can be at the forefront of best practice, providing you with support and a clear pathway to achieve your future aspirations. Modules such as motivational interviewing and our total respect course allow you to feel empowered in having essential conversations whilst still ensuring a child centred approach to your practice. Our Inclusive Approach To apply you will need to upload your CV and answer the following questions (no more than 200 words per question): Please tell us what has motivated you to apply for this role? Please tell us about the key skills and experience you will be able to bring to this role. Please tell us about an example that demonstrates how you have built long lasting relationships with children. Before submitting your application, we recommend you read the job description & Our Life at Surrey handbook to get an insight into working at Surrey. If your application is shortlisted, you will be invited to a short first round virtual interview to explore your answers to the above questions (lasting approx. 15- 20 min). If your Teams call goes well, you will be invited for an in person interview, allowing you to meet the team, check out your potential office and get a feel for what your journey might look like. We are committed to inclusive recruitment. That's why, if you're invited to a face-to-face interview, we'll share the themes of the questions with you in advance. This way, you can prepare and feel comfortable knowing what topics will be covered during the process, allowing you to focus and confidently discuss your valuable skills and experiences. Contact Us We'd love to hear from you and find out more about what you're looking for so if you'd like to talk to us please just drop a quick message to and we'll get a call arranged. The job advert closes at 23:59 on the 27th October 2025. An enhanced DBS 'Disclosure and Barring Service' check for regulated activity (formerly known as CRB) and the Children's and Adults' Barred List checks will be required for this role. You will need to be registered with Social Work England. Surrey has both urban and rural areas and locality based social care workers will be expected to have a valid driving licence to drive in the UK, access to a vehicle and be willing to travel across a wide geographical area. Reasonable adjustments where needed will be made for successful applicants who have a disability or long term health condition to enable them to fulfil the requirements of the job. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to new unitary councils in April 2027. Your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of these new councils, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities. Join our dynamic team and shape the future of local government. Make a lasting impact with innovative solutions and improved services for our community. Help us build a brighter future for our residents! Please see more information here: Information for applicants on Local Government Reorganisation - Surrey County Council. Our Behaviours The Surrey Way behaviours are a guide that supports our council to work together effectively and deliver our best for our customers and communities, and for each other. Discover more about our behaviours. Our Commitment We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview. Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we're committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs.