Overview
About the Role We are a small team that support individuals across community and hospital settings. We celebrate diversity and believe that differences make us stronger. Epsom & Ewell Locality supports those from the age of 18 upwards with eligible care support needs. We provide advice and guidance with a vast range of community resources and support networks. The team strives to safeguard those who require additional support whilst promoting independence and choice. You will always find our team friendly and approachable, whilst supporting each other with an active reflective and learning culture.
Role responsibilities
As a Senior Social Worker, you will have strong experience in assessing social care needs and providing direct social work intervention to some of the most challenging and complex service users and their carers. You will provide effective support to individuals using a strength-based approach to enable individuals to live as independently as possible with more choice and control. As a Senior Social Worker, you will supervise and support staff, working alongside the Team Managers to improve processes and shape the team. You will be well supported in your role and will benefit from a structured induction programme. We strive to be an open and collaborative team, with a shared aim to empower communities and people to be the best they can be. We work with a strength-based focus in how services are shaped and how needs are met. We are continually learning from each other and partners and strive to be the best at what we do for everyone we work with. We support curiosity in all we do to find development and learning opportunities for individuals and our team to grow as a service.
Shortlisting Criteria
To be considered for shortlisting for this position, your application will clearly evidence the following
* A relevant degree and registration with Social Work England
* Substantial post-qualification professional experience as a Social Worker
* An applied knowledge of The Care Act and The Mental Capacity Act and experience of undertaking safeguarding enquiries
* Experience of working in complex situations using professional judgement and a range of interventions
* Experience of providing 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, 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.
Contact and application process
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 an informal discussion please contact Cris Villacci-Adams by email.
The job advert closes at 23:59 on 16/09/2025 with interviews taking place on 03/10/2025. 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
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!
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Description
This full-time position has a starting salary of £47,884 per annum based on a 36 hour working week. This is a 12-month secondment opportunity. For internal candidates, please discuss with your current Line Manager before submitting your application.
Rewards and Benefits
* 26 days' holiday (prorated for part time staff), rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 30 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 plus 1 team volunteering day per year
* Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources
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