As a Social Worker in our team, on a daily basis, you will work alongside residents and their carers to enable them to live healthy and fulfilled lives. We are enthusiastic about applying strength-based and person-centred principles in our practice, with residents always at the heart of what we do. In this varied role:
1. You will carry out relevant assessments (including Care Act Assessment, Mental Capacity, etc.).
2. You will work to safeguard adults who experience or are at risk of experiencing abuse.
3. You will engage with health and other community partners, collaborating to achieve good outcomes for people.
4. You will be encouraged to support other team members, for example through supervision opportunities, to help you grow and develop.
5. There will be opportunities to take a lead in areas of interest that support the team to deliver excellent services.
We are committed to supporting your career development through professional supervision. We seek an enthusiastic, qualified, and registered social work professional with a variety of skills and experiences who enjoys working with a motivated, dedicated, and friendly team. If you enjoy a varied role working across front door and duty, long-term assessment, and managing a diverse caseload including D2A work, we want to hear from you!
* Professional qualification in Social Work and current registration with Social Work England.
* Successful completion of an Assessed and Supported Year in Employment (ASYE) programme if qualified after June 2012.
* An understanding and experience of working with a strengths-based approach.
* Knowledge of current legislation such as the Care Act and The Mental Capacity Act.
* Experience in assessment, support plan preparation, and reviewing outcomes.
* Experience undertaking safeguarding enquiries and using professional judgment in complex situations.
* Commitment to your professional development.
Surrey has both urban and rural areas. Locality-based social care workers should have a valid UK driving licence, access to a vehicle, and be willing to travel across a wide geographical area. Reasonable adjustments will be made for applicants with disabilities or long-term health conditions.
Surrey County Council is preparing for local government reorganization, which will implement devolution policies, creating new unitary councils in April 2027. This role will transfer to one of these councils with all existing terms and conditions intact. Join our team to shape the future of local government and make a lasting community impact.
Our commitment: Surrey County Council is a Disability Confident Employer. A guaranteed interview will be offered to all disabled applicants.
This role offers a starting salary of £42,239 per annum, based on a 36-hour week, with benefits including:
* 26 days' holiday, rising to 28 after 2 years and 31 after 5 years of service.
* Option to buy up to 10 additional days of annual leave.
* Extensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
* Up to 5 days of carer's leave annually.
* Paternity, adoption, and dependants leave.
* A generous local government pension scheme.
* Lifestyle discounts (gym, travel, shopping, etc.).
* Two paid volunteering days per year.
* Access to a learning and development hub with resources.
About the team: We serve residents in Woking, supporting those over 65 and adults with disabilities or sensory impairments. We are committed to supporting carers and family members and value diversity. Our team includes Social Care Assistants, Occupational Therapy Assistants, Social Workers, and Occupational Therapists. We promote progression and development through Surrey’s Adult's Academy.
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