Overview
The starting salary for this position is £32,512 per annum based on a 36-hour working week. We are excited to be hiring a new Supported Lodgings Officer to join our Supported Lodgings Team based out of Reigate. The role covers the whole of Surrey, so you will need to be willing and able to travel throughout the County. There may be a requirement to work some evenings or weekends.
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 with resources for professional development
* Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel and shopping
* A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents
Responsibilities
* Acting as a first point of call for all our Supported Lodgings carers, helping them with queries and concerns
* Taking part in referral interviews with young people to assess suitability for the scheme
* Building and maintaining strong relationships with prospective carers and supporting them through their journey towards approval
* Assessing prospective Supported Lodgings carers
* Undertaking initial and supervisory visits to our Carers
* Organising and attending Lodgings Support events and monitoring/updating our social media
This is a varied role with opportunities to get involved. We provide comprehensive support and in-house training to help you develop professionally and build confidence to succeed and progress.
Requirements & Skills
* Experience of working with children or young people in a paid or voluntary setting and an understanding of the needs of young people who have been in care
* Effective relationship building and communication skills, with good literacy for writing reports
* Ability to work effectively as part of a team in a dynamic environment
* Good IT skills
* Ability to work to timescales
Application Process
To apply, submit a CV. You will be asked to answer four questions:
* Please describe your experience of working with children or young people (paid or voluntary) and how this has helped you understand the needs and challenges faced by young people leaving care.
* Give an example of building a strong relationship and influencing someone’s decision. How did you communicate effectively and what was the outcome?
* Tell us about a situation where you worked as part of a team in a fast-paced or changing environment. What was your role and how did you contribute to the team’s goals?
* Describe a challenging situation at work. How did you approach it, what steps did you take to resolve it, and what was the result?
Before submitting your application, we recommend you read the job description and Our Life at Surrey handbook for 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 barriers to employment. Please contact Lizanda Earle or Clark McAuley by e-mail at lizanda.earle@surreycc.gov.uk or clark.mcauley@surreycc.gov.uk.
The job advert closes at 23:59 on 30/10/2025 with interviews to follow. We look forward to receiving your application. Please click on the apply online button below to submit.
An enhanced DBS check and relevant barred list checks will be required for this role.
Local Government Reorganisation (LGR)
Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation; terms and conditions may transfer to one of the new unitary councils in April 2027. If employed by Surrey on 1 April 2027, your role may transfer to the new organisation.
Our Commitment
We are a disability confident employer and will guarantee an interview if you have disclosed a disability and meet the minimum criteria. We are committed to inclusion and will support you with any adjustments you need.
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