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The starting salary for this role is £15,829.50 (pro rata to £31,659 FTE), per annum based on 18 hours per week. We are excited to be hiring a part-time Occupational Therapy Assistant to join our fantastic Connect to Community (C2C) West 2 Team. The team is based either in Victoria Gate, Cobham Road, Woking, GU21 6JD or Ashford Centre, Stanwell Road, Ashford, Surrey TW15 3DU, and supports residents across West Surrey. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting individuals to live more independently and meaningfully. We support hybrid working with the right balance. We come together in person for 1 day per week with an expected 40% of your working week in the office 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 Team The new Connect to Community (C2C) operating model has been introduced to reshape how residents access Adult Social Care by offering timely, strengths-based and person-centred support that helps people remain independent and connected to their communities. As the first point of response for adults seeking help, C2C brings Occupational Therapy assistants, Occupational Therapists and Senior Occupational Therapists into a dynamic multidisciplinary team, working together through daily case reviews and rapid problem solving. The team leads on urgent assessments, safeguarding, risk management and short-term interventions, with direct access to services such as reablement, housing advice and technology-enabled care to put practical solutions in place quickly. By reducing delays, avoiding unnecessary handoffs and focusing on early, preventative action, the model enables occupational therapists to apply strengths-based practice, clinical reasoning and functional assessment at the earliest stage. Streamlined access and embedded best practice will ensure residents receive consistent, high-quality support from professionals with the right skills in the right place. Working alongside Area Teams, which provide longer term support for people with complex needs, C2C creates a seamless pathway that promotes wellbeing, reduces risk and maximises independence. Working closely with our Occupational Therapists and wider adult social care colleagues, you'll be part of a team that values creativity, collaboration, and person-centred care. Our focus is on empowering adults to achieve their goals, enhance independence, and improve their overall quality of life. About the Role You will be responsible for organising your own diary, including booking visits, scheduling training and allocating time to complete clinical documentation. Under the supervision of a qualified Occupational Therapist, you will carry out occupational therapy assessments, prescribe and assess for minor adaptations and equipment, support the delivery of skills gain interventions and contribute to support planning. You will also take part in occupational therapy duty alongside a qualified Occupational Therapist, working closely with social care colleagues to ensure collaborative and integrated practice, and actively consider and promote the use of technology and tech-enabled care. Your Application In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our behaviours: The ability to empathise with, and show compassion towards, adults with learning disabilities and/ or autism Strong knowledge of the needs and challenges faced by adults with learning disabilities and / or autism who require support from social care, and a commitment to supporting their well-being Proven ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks effectively, ensuring timely and high-quality outcomes Proficient in basic IT skills such as Microsoft Office, email and file management alongside a demonstrated willingness to learn and adapt to new software systems Excellent communication skills, with the ability to convey information clearly, concisely, and respectfully, both verbally and in writing 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. To apply, we request that you submit a CV and you will be asked the following 4 questions: Looking at our advert, and considering the Council's commitment to ensuring that "no one is left behind", please tell us what it is about the role that has motivated you to apply? Please tell us about the relevant experience or transferable skills you have that you can bring to this role? What three qualities do you have that would make you a good Occupational Therapy Assistant and how do these qualities support Surrey County Council's culture of collaboration, inclusivity, and adaptability? Can you please tell us how you would contribute to creating a good team environment? 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. Please contact OT Assistant Team Manager via email at . The job advert closes at 23:59 on 5th July 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 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 role has a starting salary of £24,732 per annum based on a 18 hour working week (£49,464 FTE). We are excited to be hiring a new part time Senior Social Worker to join our fantastic Connect to Community (C2C) team, our new front door service for Adult Social Care. This is an exciting opportunity for people who want to support residents, carers and families while helping to embed a modern, strengths-based approach to social care. Your contractual base will either be Victoria Gate, Chobham Road, Woking, Surrey, GU21 6JD or The Ashford Centre, Stanwell Road, Ashford, Middlesex, TW15 3DU. Further details to be discussed at interview. This is a hybrid role where the expectation is a minimum of 2 days per week in the office, as well as working in locations to meet the demands of the role as required. 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 Team The Connect to Community (C2C) team, creates a seamless journey for residents. Our C2C Teams act as the first point of response, providing urgent assessments, safeguarding, and support planning. Our operating model is designed to cut down on unnecessary bureaucracy and increase meaningful time with people in their communities, focusing on what really matters: listening, building relationships and creating solutions that work. About the Role As a Senior Social Worker in Surrey, you will bring strong experience in assessing social care needs and delivering direct interventions with some of the most complex and challenging individuals and their carers, using a strengths-based approach to promote independence, choice and control. Alongside your casework, you will supervise and support staff, work closely with Team Managers to improve processes and shape the team, and demonstrate the flexibility and resilience needed to thrive in a dynamic and demanding environment. Shortlisting Criteria In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills: A Social Work degree and registration with Social Work England. Substantial post-qualification professional experience as a social worker. Experience of providing professional leadership. Evidence of having built strong relationships and worked collaboratively with others. An applied knowledge of The Care Act 2014 and The Mental Capacity Act 2005 and experience of undertaking Safeguarding Enquiries as well as experience of working in complex situations using professional judgement and a range of interventions. You will have experience of, and be able to provide, professional, reflective supervision, guidance and advice to less experienced social workers, including those completing ASYE and social work students. 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. To apply, we request that you submit a CV and you will be asked the following 3 questions: Surrey County Council promotes values such as listening, responsibility, working together, and respect. Provide an example of how you demonstrate these values in your day-to-day practice. Describe how you have applied a strengths-based approach in your work. How have you contributed to improving practice within a team? 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 12th July 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. 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.

Our client Central Bedfordshire Council is looking for a Children's Social Worker to join their Locality team. You will have: Experience in managing a varied caseload of children, visiting families, completing direct work with children to understand their views and lived experiences. Experience chairing multi-agency meetings and liaising with a range of other professionals to support our most vulnerable children. Proven experience having an impact on families in achieving positive outcomes for children Excellent verbal communication skills to enable you to communicate effectively with children, parents and other agencies, and the written skills to present high-quality assessments and reports. A passion for delivery of high quality services and interventions to vulnerable children Court experience is essential Benefits of working with Remedy A personal one-one service from your highly experienced dedicated consultant. Top tier supplier across London giving us first access to jobs Referral bonus - up to £250 per person placed. Double payrolls each week. Terms & Conditions apply You will be required to fully register with Remedy for all locum positions. Remedy Social Care is a APSCo Standard agency and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the vulnerable. Successful applicants will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the DBS. Our objective is to be an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from everyone with suitable skills and ability regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, gender, disability, sexual orientation, age, religion or belief. All applications will be accepted and reviewed solely on merit.

Our mission at Response is to enable people of all ages to live a more fulfilled life by providing excellent mental health services, housing, and supported living. Do you have the desire to empower and promote independence and an interest in mental health? Wellbeing Youth Worker Thatcham Hub - £28,938 - £32,214 per annum pro rata (Salaries vary depending on experiences) Hours 37 hours per week, Monday Friday Service Children, Young People & Families, Thatcham, West Berkshire Do you have the desire to help change lives and have experience of working with children and young people in an inclusive, creative and innovative way? Response Organisation is one of the largest mental health charities in Oxfordshire that provides a range of support for children, young people and adults with a wide range of wellbeing and mental health needs. We are currently looking for a Wellbeing Youth Worker to join our Children and Young People s Services Team at our amazing Thatcham Hub! If you are a motivated individual looking for an exciting opportunity to contribute to a compassionate organisation, we want to hear from you! Overall job responsibility : Further detail can be viewed in the Job Description. Some of the core duties include: Support young people aged 11 to 25 with their wellbeing and mental health through delivery of One-to-One sessions, groups, drop-ins and Alternative Provision offer. Support parent, carers and other adults involved in young people s lives with wellbeing and mental health support. Work alongside social care and other community teams to support young people and families. Increase access to community services and employment, education and training opportunities. Increase awareness of and strengthen the young person s personal support networks, reducing reliance on professional support networks. Increase the young person s confidence with using strategies to identify and manage mental health and well-being challenges as they arise or be confident to seek support (and from where) at the earliest opportunity. Facilitate 1:1, group sessions, drop-ins and Alternative Provision (group) offer for young people and their families. Accurately record casework on systems as identified and provide data and information as requested to measure impact of the project and gather learning. Develop trusting relationships by giving the young person time and helping them to identify and focus on what matters most to them and best supports them with managing their mental health and well- being. The Wellbeing Worker will take a holistic approach, based on the young person s priorities and the wider determinants of health, co-produce a simple personalised care and support plan to improve health and wellbeing, introducing or reconnecting them to appropriate community groups and support services. The Successful Applicant: Our main priority for all our roles at Response is to find people that can live our values every day Caring, Safe, Creative and Aspirational. Further detail can be viewed in the Job Description. Essential criteria: Demonstrable commitment to professional and personal development. Knowledge of the personalised care approach. Knowledge of community development approaches. Experience of working directly in a community integration context, CAMHS or CYP social care, learning support or public health/health improvement (including unpaid work). Experience of supporting young people, their families and carers in a related role (including unpaid work). Experience of partnership/collaborative working and of building relationships across a variety of organisations Understanding of the wider determinants of health, including social, economic and environmental factors and their impact on communities, individuals, their families and carers. Proficiency in Office programs (incl. Outlook, Word, PowerPoint) and using data bases. Ability to manage multiple emails and coordinate calendars. Able to chair or participate effectively in meetings (virtual and face-to-face) to achieve a given agenda. Commitment to reducing health inequalities and proactively working to reach people from diverse communities. Access to own car and ability to travel across the locality on a regular basis, including to visit people in their own homes. Workers will need their own business insurance for this. What We Offer: 37 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays) Blue Light card and other discounted shopping Employee Assistance Plan - with access to free counselling Cycle to Work Scheme Enhanced family friendly leave Professional qualification sponsorship and study leave £500 refer a friend bonus scheme Optional health cash care plan with money off prescriptions and treatments Wellbeing hub and mental wellbeing support app approved by NHS Free flu jabs Free DBS application If this Wellbeing Youth Worker position sounds like the role for you then please apply today! We would love to hear from you! This vacancy may be closed early. To learn more about Response and what we do, please visit our website. Closing date 30/06/2026. Our employees and clients come from all over the world, we proudly promote a friendly and inclusive culture and are registered as a Disability Confident Employer. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our clients. All our roles require an enhanced DBS check, two references from most recent employers and you must have the right to work in the UK.

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.

Job Introduction We have opportunities for a Senior Social Worker to join our Unaccompanied Asylum-seeking Children Team (Children Looked After) 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 is £46,399 - £49,588 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, with further information available in the attached Total Reward Statement about other financial benefits available to you including professional fees, pension contribution and much more. Rewards and Benefits We pay your Social Worker England Registration fee 28 days annual leave, rising to 30 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 We recognise that looking for your next Social Work position is a really important step in your career and we're here to make that transition a positive one. Our commitment to applicants is to remove barriers and to understand more about you, your motivation for working in children's social care and why you're proud to work for such a valuable profession. 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 aim and 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 towards independence. Through regular visits, assessments and reviewing their Care Plan, you will nurture and develop meaningful relationships with these children; 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. You will also be supported in your career development by your management team and also by the Surrey Academy. 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 creates a sense of purpose and fulfilment with a clear 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 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. 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. Fancy a chat? Our friendly teams could talk your socks off when it comes to all things Social Work. 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. We look forward to hearing from you! 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 Surrey County Council is preparing for Local Government Reorganisation which will allow us to implement the Government led policy of devolution, which is all about giving more powers to local areas. Currently, Surrey has a two-tier council system, with 11 district and borough councils and a county council, all responsible for different services. All these councils will be reorganised into a smaller number of new unitary councils which will come into effect in April 2027. At this point, this role will be transferred, with all existing terms and conditions intact into one of the new unitary councils. 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 Values Our values are as important as our abilities and shape who we are as an organisation. Discover more about our values. Before submitting your application, we recommend you read the job description. Our Life at Surrey Handbook also provides insights of the culture at Surrey and how as a valued employee, you can help shape our Council. Our Commitment Surrey County Council is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. A guaranteed interview will be offered to all disabled applications where: The candidate has evidenced the minimum criteria for the role through their application The candidate has chosen to share that they have a disability on the application form Our application form and onboarding process will provide an opportunity to request any reasonable adjustments for the interview and/or the role. We want to be an inclusive and diverse employer reflecting the community we serve and particularly welcome applications from all underrepresented groups. We look forward to receiving your application, please click on the apply online button below to submit.

Job Introduction We have opportunities for a Senior Social Worker to join our Unaccompanied Asylum-seeking Children Team (Children Looked After) 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 is £46,399 - £49,588 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, with further information available in the attached Total Reward Statement about other financial benefits available to you including professional fees, pension contribution and much more. Rewards and Benefits We pay your Social Worker England Registration fee 28 days annual leave, rising to 30 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 We recognise that looking for your next Social Work position is a really important step in your career and we're here to make that transition a positive one. Our commitment to applicants is to remove barriers and to understand more about you, your motivation for working in children's social care and why you're proud to work for such a valuable profession. 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 aim and 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 towards independence. Through regular visits, assessments and reviewing their Care Plan, you will nurture and develop meaningful relationships with these children; 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. You will also be supported in your career development by your management team and also by the Surrey Academy. 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 creates a sense of purpose and fulfilment with a clear 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 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. 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. Fancy a chat? Our friendly teams could talk your socks off when it comes to all things Social Work. 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. We look forward to hearing from you! 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 Surrey County Council is preparing for Local Government Reorganisation which will allow us to implement the Government led policy of devolution, which is all about giving more powers to local areas. Currently, Surrey has a two-tier council system, with 11 district and borough councils and a county council, all responsible for different services. All these councils will be reorganised into a smaller number of new unitary councils which will come into effect in April 2027. At this point, this role will be transferred, with all existing terms and conditions intact into one of the new unitary councils. 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 Values Our values are as important as our abilities and shape who we are as an organisation. Discover more about our values. Before submitting your application, we recommend you read the job description. Our Life at Surrey Handbook also provides insights of the culture at Surrey and how as a valued employee, you can help shape our Council. Our Commitment Surrey County Council is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. A guaranteed interview will be offered to all disabled applications where: The candidate has evidenced the minimum criteria for the role through their application The candidate has chosen to share that they have a disability on the application form Our application form and onboarding process will provide an opportunity to request any reasonable adjustments for the interview and/or the role. We want to be an inclusive and diverse employer reflecting the community we serve and particularly welcome applications from all underrepresented groups. We look forward to receiving your application, please click on the apply online button below to submit.

We have an opportunity for Team Managers to join our Assessment Teams based in Reigate and Weybridge. 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 . We also offer a financial package of up to £6,000 which is payable in 3 instalments across your first 18 months in post. Rewards and Benefits: 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. Our Inclusive Approach 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. 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? 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. We look forward to hearing from you! The job advert closes at 23:59 on the 6th 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 Surrey County Council is preparing for Local Government Reorganisation which will allow us to implement the Government led policy of devolution, which is all about giving more powers to local areas. Currently, Surrey has a two-tier council system, with 11 district and borough councils and a county council, all responsible for different services. All these councils will be reorganised into a smaller number of new unitary councils which will come into effect in April 2027. At this point, this role will be transferred, with all existing terms and conditions intact into one of the new unitary councils. Our Commitment Surrey County Council is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. A guaranteed interview will be offered to all disabled applications where: The candidate has evidenced the minimum criteria for the role through their application The candidate has chosen to share that they have a disability on the application form Our application form and onboarding process will provide an opportunity to request any reasonable adjustments for the interview and/or the role. We want to be an inclusive and diverse employer reflecting the community we serve and particularly welcome applications from all underrepresented groups. We look forward to receiving your application, please click on the apply online button below to submit.

HCC are currently looking for EHC Coordinators (SEN Caseworkers) 3 month contract with possible extension Inside IR35 Fully Remote Full time hours only PAYE - £235 Umbrella/ LTD - £307 Essentials Experience of working in similar role within an LA - 12 months minimum ideally longer to experience the whole cycle. Must be competent to talk about their previous caseloads and experience as well as the statutory process, 250+ caseloads experience Must have experience in tribunals and preparing packs etc. Must have experience carrying out 20 week assessment work Role Profile Manage the EHC needs assessment process for a set locality. The key contact and responsible for carrying out day to day casework, ensuring quality, consistency and the effective prioritisation of tasks for a set number of cases within a locality. Ensure that all processes and decisions are accurately recorded on the SEN data base and the casework file and that all relevant parties are informed Ensure that all children have their EHC plans reviewed annually and that, where required, transition plans are completed Knowledge and Experience A detailed understanding of and the ability to apply the requirements of the SEN statutory framework (Children and Families Act 2014, The Special Educational Needs and Disability Regulations 2014 and the SEN code of Practice) and Hampshire County Council's policies and procedures, including those for school A knowledge of the wider issues related to the provision of education services, the maintained school system and social Recommending improvements for processes and procedures that contribute to the efficient and effective running of the team/service. Advice and support parents through the EHC assessment Attending annual review meetings and case planning meetings, acting as the local education authority's representative. This requires a thorough knowledge of SEN and related matters acquired through training and The annual review meeting takes place in the school and is attended by the headteacher/SENCo, parents, educational psychologist and health/social services professionals. The purpose of the meeting is to consider the child's EHC Plan in the light of work and progress and to make recommendations about provision, placement and learning/behaviour objectives. for the next year. For more information please email Connect2Hampshire is a trading style of Hampshire & Kent Commercial Services LLP - A joint venture between Hampshire County Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Hampshire is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.

Are you a committed Qualified Social Worker?Do you have a passion for providing first-class support to Children's Services?We have a fantastic Locum Social Work Opportunity based within a Duty and Assessment Team in the Fleetwood, Lancashire area. You will be working alongside a team of dedicated professionals who are committed to providing an effective, child centred service to children in need of support and protection. Hybrid Working - You will be required to work in the office on Duty Week Benefits: A dedicated consultant - one point of contact Ongoing CPD/Training via our e-learning online portal Weekly payroll Competitive pay rates Weekly mailers keeping you up to date with locum posts within your locality Up to £300 for referring a friend or colleague (T&Cs apply) Responsibilities: Responding to new referrals from professionals and members of the public Signposting people to other agencies or completing an assessment of need, investigating allegations so that children/young people are protected from harm Managing a varied and complex caseload Undertaking Court Work Writing concise, fit-for-purpose reports/court statements Working well within a team and with external agencies To be considered for the Social Worker ideally you will have: Experience of working in a 'Children's Duty and Assessment' team (desirable) SWE registration BSc Social Work or equivalent To avoid missing out on this fantastic opportunity please apply today, or for more information call Lynne Thomson on . Randstad Care acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone. Did you know that Randstad Care have been awarded a place on the National Clinical Staffing Framework for the NHS? This means we will be able to bring you more opportunities within nursing & midwifery and clinical staffing.

? Qualified Social Worker - Locality Team (Assessment & Child Protection) Location: West Yorkshire Pay Rate: £35 per hour Contract: LocumAre you a committed and experienced Qualified Social Worker ready for your next rewarding role in a Locality Assessment & Child Protection Team ? We're working with a highly regarded and supportive local authority in West Yorkshire seeking a passionate practitioner to join their Child Protection & Assessment service . This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a lovely, close-knit team that values collaboration, supervision, and positive outcomes . ? Why This Role? Assessment & Child Protection caseload Duty rota - 1 week in every 4 Friendly, supportive team environment ? Supportive management and regular supervision Focus on early intervention, sustainable change, and planning for permanence Strong links with Early Help and integrated services You'll work with children and families at crucial points in their lives - carrying out Child & Family Assessments , Section 47 enquiries , and Child in Need / Child Protection work , including court proceedings .? What We're Looking For: We want to hear from social workers who are: Registered with Social Work England Experienced in Child Protection , Court work , and Assessment Skilled in managing CIN, CP, and Pre-Proceedings cases Confident in working under pressure and meeting statutory timescales Excellent at building relationships with children, families, and professionals Committed to achieving positive, sustainable change Key Responsibilities: Manage a varied caseload, including safeguarding and complex family work Undertake Child & Family Assessments Complete Section 47 investigations and Initial Child Protection Conferences Contribute to court reports , care planning, and reviews Work collaboratively within multi-agency teams Deliver high-quality direct work with children ? What You'll Bring: 4+ years of qualified experience in frontline children's social work A sound understanding of child development, risk assessment , and safeguarding legislation Strong written and verbal communication skills A reflective approach to practice and commitment to professional growth Why Choose Pertemps? With Pertemps Social Care , you'll get more than just a placement: A dedicated consultant with access to exclusive UK-wide roles Fast, hassle-free online registration Full support with compliance and onboarding Prompt, reliable weekly payroll Referral bonus - earn £250 for every successful referral! Easily Commutable From: Leeds Bradford Wakefield Halifax Huddersfield York Pontefract Doncaster Rotherham Sheffield Keighley Shipley Bingley Otley Barnsley Manchester and surrounding areas Not quite right? We also recruit across a wide range of roles in Qualified Social Work , including: IRO (Independent Reviewing Officer) BIA (Best Interest Assessor) MASH Looked After Children Children in Need Court & Permanence Teams Adult Social Work Team & Service Management Refer & Earn: Know someone looking for a new role?Refer them to us and receive £250 per successful referral - no limits! Apply today or get in touch to find out more.This is your chance to join a supportive, well-managed team and truly make a difference.