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 £30,647 per annum, based on a 36-hour working week.
We are excited to be hiring 2 Social Care Assistants to join our fantastic team. If you would like a rewarding job in Adult Social Care and are looking for the opportunity to develop your career in this area, this could be the opportunity for you!
This role is incredibly rewarding, and we are confident that, with strong support from the team, your career will go from strength to strength. You will end each day with the satisfaction that you are making a difference, ensuring no one is left behind.
Our Offer to You
1. 26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service
2. Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave
3. A generous local government salary related pension
4. Up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year
5. Paternity, adoption and dependents leave
6. An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing
7. Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources
8. Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping
9. A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents
About the Team
We are a caring and committed team serving residents who find themselves in need of drawing on care and support, and who may have physical disabilities, illness, or sensory impairments.
The Team works closely with carers, family members and partner organisations to enable residents to live their best possible life, ensuring that no one is left behind. We are committed to ensuring carers and family members feel supported, given the vital role they perform in the life of those who matter most to them.
We are a professional team made up of a variety of roles and backgrounds, and we support and encourage learning and development at both an individual and team level.
About the Role
We are looking for a compassionate and empathetic individual with a variety of skills and experiences to work with the people we support, enabling them to enjoy a home of their own and an environment in which they are supported to live a healthy and meaningful lifestyle.
Your role will be to assist qualified practitioners with a variety of tasks, including assessing people's needs and carrying out regular reviews. You will often be the first point of contact between the public and the service, gathering initial information and identifying the need for further assessment, as well as signposting people to other services.
This post will be focused on the Integration part of our team focusing on supporting discharges from Kingston Hospital, and completing assessments in the community following a period with health funded support or reablement to identify any long term needs.
Your Application
In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our :
10. The ability to empathise with, and show compassion towards, individuals in need of social care assistance.
11. Strong knowledge of the needs and challenges faced by adults requiring social care, and a commitment to supporting their well-being.
12. Proven ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks effectively, ensuring timely and high-quality outcomes.
13. Proficiency in basic IT skills such as Microsoft Office, email and file management alongside a demonstrated willingness to learn and adapt to new software systems.
14. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to convey information clearly, concisely, and respectfully, both verbally and in writing.
To apply, we request that you submit a CV and you will be asked the following 4 questions:
15. 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?
16. Please tell us about the relevant experience or transferable skills you have that you can bring to this role?
17. What three qualities do you have that would make you a good Social Care Assistant and how do these qualities support Surrey County Council's culture of collaboration, inclusivity, and adaptability?
18. What experience if any do you have in supporting people in being discharged from hospital and/or working with colleagues in health?
Before submitting your application, we recommend you read the job description & Our 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.
The job advert closes at 23:59 on 12/10/2025 with interviews TBC.
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.
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:
Commitment Wording
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.
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