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  • Contact Service Team Manager  

    Surrey County Council
    - Woking
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    Description The salary range for this position is £54,636 - £58,953 pe... Read More
    Description The salary range for this position is £54,636 - £58,953 per annum based on a 36 hour working week (full-time).This is a 6-month secondment opportunity. Please discuss with your current Line Manager before submitting your application.We are excited to be hiring a Contact Service Team Manager to join our fantastic Surrey Supervised Contact Service. The post will be based in Woking but has countywide responsibilities based on the principle that family-time should take place close to where a child lives. The post will also have oversight of family-time arrangements for children placed out of county and at a distance.Rewards and Benefits26 days' holiday (prorated for part time staff), rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' serviceOption to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leaveAn extensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeingUp to 5 days of carer's leave per yearPaternity, adoption and dependents leaveA generous local government salary related pensionLifestyle discounts including gym, travel, shopping and many more2 paid volunteering days per yearLearning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resourcesAbout the RoleOur "service quality and 'comprehensive improvement programme' is having an improved impact for children in need or children who are the subject of a child protection plan in Surrey."- Ofsted- April 2024.Our Supervised Contact Service plays a vital role in facilitating meaningful, safe, and purposeful family time for children looked after, or who are subject to Special Guardianship Orders. We are now seeking a compassionate and experienced Contact Service Team Manager to join this essential service. This is a unique opportunity to help shape the experiences of children and families.As Team Manager, you will lead a dedicated and skilled team based across two sites: the Shaw Centre in Woking and the Woodlands Centre in Reigate. The team includes Team Leaders, Senior Contact Supervisors, Contact Supervisors, and Business Support staff. Together, you will ensure that supervised contact is delivered to the highest standards, always with the child's safety, wellbeing, and care plan at the heart of every decision.You will oversee the delivery of supervised family-time that is not only safe but also meaningful, supporting children to maintain and build positive relationships with their families. You'll ensure that each contact session is carefully risk-assessed and aligned with the child's care plan, and that the voices of children and their families are heard and reflected in planning and decision-making.The team produce written reports for court proceedings, care planning and the child's records, and Contact Supervisors observe interactions, intervening when necessary to prevent harm and promote the child's wellbeing. Family-time can take place at our designated centres: The Shaw or Woodlands Centre, or in the community, where appropriate. We also offer virtual supervised contact when in-person sessions are not possible or suitable.Shortlisting CriteriaTo be considered for shortlisting, your CV and personal statement will clearly evidence the following:A professional qualification in social work (CQSW, DipSW, or equivalent) and registration with Social Work EnglandProven experience in leading and developing teams within children's servicesA deep understanding of the role supervised family-time plays in care proceedings and permanence planningStrong interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively with a wide range of stakeholders, including families, social workers, and legal professionalsA commitment to child-centred, trauma-informed, and strengths-based practiceContact UsThe job advert closes at 23:59 on 21/10/2025 with interviews planned for the week after, subject to shortlisting.We look forward to receiving your application, Read Less
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  • Children’s Residential Worker Learning Disabilities  

    Surrey County Council
    - Woking
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    Description This role has a starting salary of £30,647 per annum based... Read More
    Description This role has a starting salary of £30,647 per annum based on a 36-hour week, rising to £32,867 per annum. Enhanced rates of pay are available for occasional bank holidays, weekends and sleep-ins.Are you passionate about providing a safe place for vulnerable children to call home?Do you have transferable skills developed through your experience in an additional needs or specialist education environment?Ever considered a rewarding career in care with an ambitious and dedicated residential service?If so, this could be your next home!Rewards and Benefits26 days' holiday rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 30 days after 5 years' serviceOption to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leaveAn extensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeingUp to 5 days of carer's leave per yearPaternity, adoption and dependents leaveA generous local government salary related pensionLifestyle discounts including gym, travel, shopping and many more2 paid volunteering days per yearLearning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resourcesRelocation bonus of up to £8,000Refer a friend payment of £750 as a thank you for finding the right residential workerOur HomeOur Residential Workers turn our Residential Houses into Residential Homes and this is no different for our home in Woking which is our home dedicated to caring and supporting children and young people with autism and/or learning disabilities.In the same way that you will support the children and young people, we will support you too! We offer the opportunity to gain the nationally recognised Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare - a requirement that you'll achieve within two years of starting. Not only will this qualification unlock new opportunities for you, including the chance to become a Senior Residential Worker earning £33,552 per annum, but it will also equip you with the skills and knowledge necessary to excel as a Residential Worker.Our AimWe are committed to providing exceptional homes for the children we are entrusted to support, which is no less than they deserve.Our homes strive to be nurturing, fun and inspirational places where our young people feel safe to be themselves and can rely on us to guide, care, and support them to thrive whatever their challenges and this is where you come in!The OpportunityAs a valued member of the team you will positively contribute to the lives of the children and young people in our home, working to build effective relationships with them, supporting them with routine personal care, co-ordinating activities and holidays, creating meaningful care plans, working together with partner organisations, writing reports and ensuring records are kept clear and up to date. These are just some examples of the work you will do that will support our children and young people with their everyday lives.Like all supportive, caring, and compassionate home environments; no two days are the same, they throw up complex and challenging situations and are on 24/7 - 365 days of the year. So, let's be honest, if you are looking for a 9-5 job which is straight forward and predictable, you might want to sit this one out.There will be swearing, shouting, and the occasional tear. But there will also be happiness, laughter, and smiles. There will be reward for hard work, determination, and resilience, knowing that you make a difference.So, if you think you have what it takes, can match our energy to be exceptional, and are willing to learn, we (and our children) really want to hear from you.To apply you will need to upload your CV and answer the following questions:Looking at our advert 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 in relation to this role?What three qualities do you have that would make you a good Support Worker and why will these be important?Please tell us how you would you handle a situation where challenging behaviour was present? Please offer a relevant example if you can.Working in our homes represents a unique opportunity to support our children and young people with their everyday lives. To do this safely you will be asked to tell us about any allergies you have that may need to be reasonably managed to ensure your safety and wellbeing with minimal impact to the children and young people we care for.Our RequirementsDue to our legal obligations, we can only accept applications from people 22 years old and above.This role requires a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or an equivalent qualification. If you do not currently hold this qualification (or equivalent) but are successful in the interview and meet the enrolment criteria (including English and Maths skills), you will be enrolled in a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare, subject to funding.In addition to the above, to meet the criteria of the Level 3 Diploma, you must have lived in the UK/EEA for the last 3 years and you must also have the right to remain and work in the United Kingdom for the duration of the study programme. Failure to achieve the Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare or losing your right to remain and work in the United Kingdom may result in the termination of your employment.We are unfortunately not able to offer sponsorship at this time.Surrey has both urban and rural areas and our residential workers will be expected to have a valid driving licence to drive in the UK and access to a vehicle, to support our young people to attend appointments, activities or trips as agreed. 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 UsWhat Next? This advert closes at 23:59 on Sunday the19th October 2025.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. 10-15 min), and if successful following this, invited to meet us at one of our homes for an interview. We will be reviewing applications on an ongoing basis so feel free to submit an application as soon as you wish, and we will come back to you as quickly as possible.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.We are committed to the safe recruitment of staff in our Residential homes across Surrey therefore if you are successful in being offered a role within our service, we will work with you to collect all required checks in line with government guidance. You can find out more about what information you will be asked to provide .Local Government ReorganisationSurrey 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: Our BehavioursThe 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 .Before submitting your application, we recommend you read the job description. provides insights of the culture at Surrey and how as a valued employee, you can help shape our Council.Our CommitmentSurrey County Council is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. A guaranteed interview will be offered to all disabled applicants where:The candidate has evidenced the minimum criteria for the role through their applicationThe candidate has chosen to share that they have a disability on the application formOur 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. Files to download Read Less
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  • Children's Senior Occupational Therapist  

    Surrey County Council
    - Reigate
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    Description The starting salary for this role is £47,884 based on work... Read More
    Description The starting salary for this role is £47,884 based on working 36-hours per week.We are looking for an enthusiastic Senior Occupational Therapist to join our team, providing professional Occupational Therapy to children, young people and families living in Surrey.The team has two offices bases, one in Woodhatch Place, Reigate, the other in Victoria Gate, Woking. However, this is a community-based hybrid role so will involve visiting children in their homes, working from your own home, and/or using any other Surrey County Council offices as and when required.Our Offer to You26 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.About the RoleAs a children's social care Senior Occupational Therapist, you will manage a complex caseload providing full Occupational Therapy assessments, advice and support for children and young people with a wide range of needs. This will include completing risk assessments for the provision of specialist equipment and making recommendations for major and minor adaptations. You will work alongside our experienced specialist team of Occupational Therapists, Occupational Therapy Assistants, Social Workers and Support Workers. You will also work under the supervision of an Occupational Therapy Team Manager. We offer access to formal and informal learning opportunities, support and supervision that encourages Therapists to be creative and innovative and to continuously develop their skills. The Team is a well-established and experienced, sat within the Children with Disabilities Resources services alongside the Children's Crisis Service and Children with Disabilities Outreach.Your ApplicationIn order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with Degree or equivalent in Occupational Therapy and Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) registeredExperience in children's social care OT or any other children's OT experienceSurrey has both urban and rural areas and Occupational Therapists 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.Before submitting your application, we recommend you read the job description and our to get an insight into working at Surrey. Contact UsPlease 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 the 2nd November 2025 with interviews to follow. We look forward to receiving your application, Read Less
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  • Approved Mental Health Professional  

    Surrey County Council
    - Chertsey
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    Description We are committed to the development of our workforce. This... Read More
    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 £47,884 per annum, based on a 36 hour working week.This is a secondment opportunity running until October 2026. Please discuss with your current Line Manager before submitting your application.We are excited to be hiring a new Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP) to join our fantastic Forensic Social Care team. The post is based in Chertsey but will operate across different areas, with a satellite base in Epsom. The post is co-located with our Health colleagues in the Forensic Outreach Liaison Service but we provide county-wide cover and, as such, support agile working.Our Offer to You26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' serviceOption to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leaveA generous local government salary related pensionUp to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per yearPaternity, adoption and dependents leaveAn Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeingLearning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resourcesWellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shoppingA chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residentsAbout the RoleSurrey County Council's Adult Social Care Mental Health directorate provides services to residents across Surrey who meet the Care Act criteria in relation to their mental health needs. We are proud to be leading the way in implementing personalised, recovery-focused, and strengths-based approaches. Our aim is to empower service users to make informed choices, take greater control of their care, and actively participate in their communities. Our teams are friendly, cohesive, and committed to delivering high-quality support in the community.As an AMHP in the Forensic Social Care team you will assess the social care needs of service users and deliver direct interventions to some of the most complex and challenging individuals and their carers. We are looking for an enthusiastic and skilled practitioner. You will support people with mental health needs who have committed serious offences, using a strengths-based approach to help them live more independently, with increased choice balanced with the requirements of social supervision.Your responsibilities will include completing Care Act reviews and reassessments, as well as fulfilling other statutory duties such as safeguarding. A key part of the role involves acting as a Social Supervisor for individuals subject to a restriction order under the Mental Health Act 1983 — full training and support will be provided.You'll be part of a small, dedicated team and benefit from a structured induction, regular supervision, clear professional leadership, and ongoing career development opportunities.Your ApplicationIn order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our :Experience of working in mental health services, including assessment and risk managementWarranted as an AMHPA solid working knowledge of Care Act legislation, including preparing support plans and reviewing care outcomesA commitment to your professional development, with up-to-date knowledge of mental health issuesExperience in supporting or supervising other professionalsA good understanding or experience of working with Part 3 of the Mental Health ActBefore submitting your application, we recommend you read the job description & Our 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.The job advert closes at 23:59 on 02/11/2025 with interviews to follow.Contact UsPlease 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 Caroline Hewlett (Specialist Services Senior Manager) or Matthew Neads (Team Manager) by email or via MS Teams.We look forward to receiving your application, Read Less
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  • Debrief Facilitator  

    Surrey County Council
    - Reigate
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    Description This role has an hourly salary of £28.61 per hour, plus an... Read More
    Description This role has an hourly salary of £28.61 per hour, plus an additional annual leave allowance.We are excited to be hiring new Debrief Facilitators to join our fantastic Surrey Fire and Rescue Service, based in Reigate.About the RoleSurrey Fire and Rescue Service provides a 24/7 emergency response to fires and other emergencies, in line with our Making Surrey Safer Plan. As part of the Operational Policy, Assurance and Learning Team, you will support the identification and sharing of learning from operational incidents attended by our crews, to help improve the performance and response of the Service. You will form part of a bank of experienced and qualified facilitators, to provide a neutral overview of command and control decision making at incidents attended by SFRS.As a Debrief Facilitator, you will be required to chair meetings aimed at analysing our response to larger or more complex incidents. You will be expected to identify areas of good / best practice, or operational learning that can be shared both locally and nationally. You will be expected to complete reports giving feedback, and any improvement actions required based on the outcome of the debriefings that you chair. As part of the role, you will also be expected to chair debriefings for other Category 1 responders who SFRS work with.Shortlisting CriteriaIn order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our :Experience of working within a Blue Light response organisation, with demonstrable knowledge and experience of command roles during an emergency responseKnowledge and understanding of FRS National Operational Guidance, National Operational Learning and Joint Organisational Learning protocols, Joint Emergency Service Interoperability Principles, the nationally adopted Incident Command System for Fire and Rescue Services, and demonstrable experience of working within these frameworks or equivalent at operational incidentsAn ability to chair meetings with a range of stakeholders from operational fire crews to Chief Executives and national representatives, and produce reports that can be shared locally and with NFCC / other national bodiesFlexibility to provide services when required on an ad-hoc basis, and work to deadlines set by the Head of Operational Policy, Assurance and LearningA Level 5 coaching qualification or similarNational Police Debriefing Model qualification and experience, or similarContact usPlease contact us for any questions relating to the role. This could be to discuss flexible working requests, transferable skills or any barriers to employment.This is a rolling advert that will remain open until we have recruited adequate numbers of staff, we will be reviewing applications as they are received.An enhanced DBS 'Disclosure and Barring Service' check for regulated activity (formerly known as CRB) will be required for this role.We look forward to receiving your application, Read Less
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  • Adults Occupational Therapist - Register Your Interest  

    Surrey County Council
    - Reigate
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    Description The starting salary for our Occupational Therapist roles i... Read More
    Description The starting salary for our Occupational Therapist roles is £42,239per annum (pro rata for part time).We are looking for Occupational Therapists to register your interest with us in joining one of our friendly teams across Surrey's Adults, Wellbeing, and Health Partnerships Directorate.

    Our occupational therapy roles are hybrid, with a mixture of working in the office and from home, aiming for full time staff to be in the office twice a week and part time staff once a week. We are looking for individuals who share our values and are motivated to make a significant and positive difference to the lives of our residents. One small adjustment or improvement by an Occupational Therapist can easily transform someone's quality of life.We have the following Teams/ locations:Area-based Locality TeamsNorth-West Surrey - Spelthorne (Ashford), Runnymede (Addlestone), Woking, Surrey Heath (Camberley)South-West Surrey - Guildford, Waverley (Godalming)Mid-Surrey - Elmbridge (Weybridge), Epsom and Ewell, Mole Valley (Dorking)East Surrey - Reigate & Banstead, Tandridge (Oxted)Hospital Teams - Frimley Park Hospital (Camberley), St Peter's Hospital (Chertsey), Royal Surrey County Hospital (Guildford), Epsom General Hospital, East Surrey Hospital (Redhill)Specialist Teams - Multi Agency Safeguarding Hub (Woking)Register your interest
    Please click on 'Apply online' at the bottom of this page to complete a brief application form and indicate which teams/locations you would like to be considered for. When any vacancies arise in the teams you have indicated, we will then contact you for a further discussion.Rewards and Benefits26 days' holiday (prorated for part time staff), rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 30 days after 5 years' serviceOption to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leaveHybrid working, including the ability to work from homeA fantastic Adults Academy which will help you to progress in your career.An extensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeingUp to 5 days of carer's leave per yearPaternity, adoption and dependants leaveA generous local government salary related pensionLifestyle discounts including gym, travel, shopping and many more2 paid volunteering days per yearLearning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resourcesRefer a friend schemeProfessional registration fees paidPreceptorship programme for newly-qualified OTsInduction programme for those OTs who are new to Social CareAbout our TeamsYou will be joining a supportive, skilled and creative team that values a good work ethic, honesty and reliability, together with the ability to apply sound and solid clinical reasoning to ensure we are providing a service we all can be proud of. If you are a pragmatic, driven and creative Occupational Therapist, wanting to make a difference, then this could be the right environment for you to flourish in.About the Role
    Using a strength-based approach, you will work alongside a variety of clients who have differing and/or complex needs. Clients may be elderly and frail, experience a learning disability, physical or sensory impairment, or have mental ill health. This diverse role will facilitate your development and equip you with a large range of skills to enable you to undertake frontline holistic occupational therapy practice within a social care setting. You will have the opportunity to put into practice assessments such as the moving and handling risk assessments and intervention, with the aim of supporting and empowering our clients to live meaningful lives within the community.

    Joining us you will work closely with your team members, as well as with other organisations and agencies, to provide an integrated service to support vulnerable adults and their carers in a community-based setting.

    We encourage hybrid working (and to support this you'll be given your own laptop and mobile phone) and you'll be given control of your own diary and time to oversee a diverse range of casework. You'll be seeing clients functioning in their own homes or in residential settings, having opportunities to complete short term equipment interventions or working longer term with clients with mental health, learning disabilities and physical disabilities. We also provide full moving and handling training, as well as access to our equipment store.Shortlisting CriteriaIn order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our :Professional qualification in Occupational Therapy and current registration with Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)Experience of working within a social care, health or community focused multi-disciplinary settingAbility to complete person centred and proportionate OT assessmentsFamiliarity with moving and handling equipment such as hoists and stand aidsKnowledge of medical conditions and the likely impact on the individual, carer and familyKnowledge of current legislation, including the Care Act and the Mental Capacity Act and its application to practice in a social care settingSurrey 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.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 our roles. This could be to discuss flexible working requests, transferable skills or any barriers to employment.For an informal discussion, please contact that Adults' Workforce Team at , who will be able to put you in touch with one of our teams.Local Government ReorganisationSurrey 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: Our CommitmentWe 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. Files to download Read Less
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  • Adults Occupational Therapist - Spelthorne  

    Surrey County Council
    - Ashford
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    Description This role has a starting salary of £42,239 per annum, base... Read More
    Description This role has a starting salary of £42,239 per annum, based on a 36-hour working week. This is a full-time position, but part-time applications are also welcomed.We have a great opportunity to join our Spelthorne Locality team as an Occupational Therapist. We are looking for individuals who share our values and are motivated to make a significant and positive difference to the lives of our residents.We support hybrid working with the right balance, with a mixture of working in the office and from home, aiming for full time staff to be in the office twice a week and part time staff once a week.Our Offer to You:26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' serviceOption to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leaveA generous local government salary related pensionUp to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per yearPaternity, adoption and dependents leaveAn Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeingLearning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resourcesWellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shoppingA chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents.About our TeamYou will be joining a supportive, caring and committed team that values a good work ethic, honesty and reliability, together with the ability to apply sound and solid clinical reasoning to ensure we are providing a service we all can be proud of. If you are a pragmatic, driven and creative Occupational Therapist, wanting to make a difference, then this could be the right environment for you to flourish in. About the RoleUsing a strengths-based approach, you will work alongside a variety of clients who have differing and/or complex needs. Clients will be adults and may be elderly and frail, experience a learning disability, physical or sensory impairment, or have mental ill health. This diverse role will facilitate your development and equip you with a large range of skills to enable you to undertake frontline holistic occupational therapy practice within a social care setting. You will have the opportunity to put into practice assessments such as the moving and handling risk assessments and intervention, with the aim of supporting and empowering our clients to live meaningful lives within the community. Joining us you will work closely with your team members, as well as with other organisations and agencies, to provide an integrated service to support vulnerable adults and their carers in a community-based setting.We encourage hybrid working (and to support this you'll be given your own laptop and mobile phone) and you'll be given control of your own diary and time to oversee a diverse range of casework. You'll be seeing clients functioning in their own homes or in residential settings, having opportunities to complete short term equipment interventions or working longer term with clients with mental health, learning disabilities and physical disabilities. We also provide full moving and handling training, as well as access to our equipment store.We offer regular supervision to all our staff every month, plus we provide informal support from the wider team. The value of occupational therapists is well recognised within our team, which enables us to fully utilise our skills and strengths to achieve positive outcomes, focussing on what is important to the individuals we work with.Our Occupational Therapists have told us that career development is of huge importance to them. One step we have taken to help address this is to develop a 'Senior Readiness Program'. This program is designed to support Occupational Therapists to develop their skills and experience so that they can progress to become Senior Occupational Therapists.We're thrilled to announce that the Reigate & Banstead Locality Team has won a prestigious LGC Workforce Award for 'Smart Working' in Occupational Therapy! This achievement highlights the dedication of our Team for the impactful 'Five Steps' programme and our SWOT approach impressed attendees from councils across the UK, sparking requests to learn more about its effective methods. Your ApplicationIn order to be considered for shortlisting, your CV will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our :Professional qualification in Occupational Therapy and current registration with Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)Experience of working within a social care, health or community-focused multi-disciplinary settingAbility to complete person-centred and proportionate OT assessmentsFamiliarity with moving and handling equipment such as hoists and stand aidsKnowledge of medical conditions and the likely impact on the individual, carer and familyKnowledge of current legislation, including the Care Act and the Mental Capacity Act and its application to practice in a social care setting.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 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 26th October 2025 with interviews taking place in the week commencing 3rd November 2025.We look forward to receiving your application, Read Less
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  • Family Support Worker  

    Surrey County Council
    - Reigate
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    Description This role has a starting salary of £33,552 per annum, base... Read More
    Description This role has a starting salary of £33,552 per annum, based on a 36-hour working week. We have a fantastic opportunity for a Family Support Worker to join our Intensive Family Support Service (IFSS) based across Surrey.In Surrey we believe that every child should have the opportunity to reach their full potential, and that children are best supported to grow and achieve within their own families. By working together, we are developing flexible services which are responsive to children's and families' needs, providing the right level of help at the right time.Rewards and Benefits26 days' holiday (prorated for part time staff), rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' serviceOption to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leaveAn extensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeingUp to 5 days of carer's leave per yearPaternity, adoption and dependents leaveA generous local government salary related pensionLifestyle discounts including gym, travel, shopping and many more2 paid volunteering days per yearLearning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resourcesAbout the RoleIn 2024 Surrey County Council launched the Intensive Family Support Service to provide intensive early help for whole families who have interconnecting needs.Working together with partners in local communities, our vision is that more families should receive timely support in the hope that needs do not escalate, and statutory intervention can be avoided where possible. We want to ensure that expertise is shared and well-coordinated so that families have a consistent relationship with their Practitioner and are not 'passed around' multiple providers, having to repeat their stories and experiences.We are looking to build on and maximise the potential for collaboration opportunities with a broad range of local community partners including Police, Health, Education, Housing, Employment and Benefits, Mental Health services and a wide range of local groups from the Voluntary Sector. Working together, we can enable better outcomes for children and their families, as per the national Supporting Families Outcomes Framework.Within this service is a SEND Social Care Team where this role will sit. This small team is responsible for:Providing all the social care reports and contributions to the EHC ProcessEnsuring quality and timeliness of Social Care reportsOffering vulnerable families a brief Social Care Assessment for SENDLiaising with colleagues across the Additional Needs and Disabilities Partnership to source potential support to families outside of Statutory social care referralsBeing alert to significant safeguarding issues arising from informationWorking closely with SEND and Education colleagues to resolve queries such as late or missing reportsOn a typical day you can expect to be involved in:Supporting whole families through a strengths-based and trauma-informed approach, using motivational interviewing skills and one-to-one meetings on Teams with families who are asking for Education Health Care PlansApplying the Surrey Continuum of Support when assessing whether families have unmet social or care needs that require further supportSignposting families to Universal servicesWriting brief focused Social Care Assessments for SEND and Writing social care reports to SENDWorking closely with the Social worker to ensure all work is completed to time scalesThis is a rare opportunity to work with families of children with additional needs and disabilities to consider what further support they can access thus offering valuable early help support. This role can provide a platform to gain a diverse range of social care experience that could unlock further development and career opportunities within children's social care.Shortlisting CriteriaIn order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our : Understanding or awareness of legislation, procedures and issues relating to the service user group or the willingness to learn and develop this areaAbility to plan, manage and prioritise a caseload, seeking guidance where necessaryAbility to write clear, concise and accurate reportsEffective communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build meaningful relationshipsAbility to work effectively and flexibly as part of a team, supporting your colleagues when neededApplication QuestionsTo apply, alongside your CV, you will be asked to answer the following questions:Please tell us about a piece of work you have delivered which has resulted in positive outcomes for children and their families. What legislations and procedures did you have to apply as part of this?Communication and collaboration are really important aspects of this role as you will need to work effectively with our partners to achieve positive outcomes for the families we support. Please can you give an example of where you have successfully worked in partnership with colleagues, other agencies or organisations to achieve a positive outcome. What skills did you use to make the partnership work effectively?In this role you may work with children and families in complex situations. Please provide us with an example of where you have built strong relationships to successfully overcome a challenging situation.Surrey has both urban and rural areas and Family Intervention 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 defined 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.We are welcoming applications from people local to Surrey and our surrounding borders with a broad range of whole-family experience to create multi-skilled teams. Full training will be provided, so if you are interested in this type of work and are committed to supporting families locally - we would be pleased to hear from you.Contact UsThe job advert closes at 23:59 on the 27th October 2025 with interviews to follow.We look forward to receiving your application, Read Less
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  • Senior Team Administrator  

    Surrey County Council
    - Woking
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    Description We are committed to the development of our workforce. This... Read More
    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.Thestarting salary for this role is £15,323 per annum for working 18 hours per week (£30,647 FTE).We are looking for a part-time Senior Team Administrator to join our Business Support Team on a permanent basis.This role is open to part-remote working, meaning you will be required to work in the office a minimum of 2 days a week, on a rota basis, to support with office duties and the remainder of the week is worked from home.Our Offer to You26 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 RoleWorking within our Social Care Admin Team you will play an integral part in the day to day running of the department and all things admin. In this role you will organise and minute a variety of multi-agency meetings on behalf of the social care teams, distribute minutes to involved parties ensuring timescales are met, provide an efficient telephone service to our stakeholders and service users, liaise with professionals both within social care and with partner agencies, such as Police, Health, Education and Legal. You will keep track of information, update and maintain spreadsheets and databases and provide performance information to line managers and other departments when requested.Your Application In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our : Strong administrative and organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities in a social work environment. Effective communication and customer service skills, including professional handling of telephone enquiries and written correspondence. High level of IT proficiency, with confident use of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint) and accurate minute-taking using a laptop. Collaborative teamworking and mentoring ability, demonstrating initiative while working within established procedures and supporting junior colleagues. Proactive self-management and commitment to development, showing initiative within role boundaries and a focus on continuous professional growth.To apply, we request that you submit a CV and you will be asked the following 5 questions: Please outline your administration experienceNote taking support to meetings is a large part of this role. Please give evidence, with examples, of your laptop note taking experiencePlease describe, and give examples, of how you maintain good customer servicePlease provide evidence and examples of your experience managing workflow or leading more junior staffPlease list the skills and any qualifications you have that are relevant to this jobBefore submitting your application, we recommend you read the job description & Our to get an insight into working at Surrey. A basic DBS 'Disclosure and Barring Service' check for regulated activity (formerly known as CRB) will be required for this role. The job advert closes at 23:59 on 19th October 2025 with interviews, in person, at Victoria Gate, GU21 6JD to follow.The interview will include 8 competency questions and a small practical test and should last approximately 45/60 minutes. Contact detailsPlease 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 Emma Martin.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: .Our CommitmentWe 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. Files to download Read Less
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  • Children's Residential Team Leader (Senior Practitioner)  

    Surrey County Council
    - Dorking
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    Description We are committed to the development of our workforce. This... Read More
    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. The starting salary for this role is £36,873 per annum for working 36 hours per week plus enhanced rates of pay for weekends, bank holidays and sleep in duties. Are you ready to take the next step in your career in residential children's care? We currently have an opportunity for a Senior Practitioner to join our Children's Residential Home in Dorking. If you are considering a move from the private children's residential care sector, or another care background this role may more commonly be known as a Residential Team or Shift Leader. This is one of the best roles in our homes — offering a balance between direct work with our children and young people and the opportunity to contribute to the development of your team. Our Offer to You 26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' serviceOption to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leaveA 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 leaveAn Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resourcesWellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shoppingA chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residentsOur Senior Practitioner role is one that is both structured and varied, where you'll have a foot in two camps: Directly supporting our children and young people, building trusted relationships, and helping them manage their emotions and behaviours, process trauma, and navigate complex family dynamics. You'll bring empathy, consistency, and resilience to your work — creating positive experiences filled with laughter, fun, and love, while helping our children and young people to develop healthy routines and coping strategies through meaningful activities including education and contributing to everyday life within the home. Supporting and guiding staff, you will use your previous experience and sense of personal authority, professionalism, and integrity to lead by example, helping team members to make safe, and informed decisions in sometimes challenging circumstances. You will work closely with management within the home to maintain a safe, nurturing environment and collaborate with multi-agency professionals involved in the lives of tour children and young people to contribute to meaningful care planning. You will guide junior members of the team acting as a mentor and sharing best practice, role modelling behaviours, creating respectful and confidential boundaries to work within, and inspiring them to grow by supporting them with their induction, training requirements, probation activity, and journey to gain their diplomas. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone ready to take their first step into leadership, without the full stretch and responsibility of a Deputy Manager role. We'll support you to develop your own skills through training, regular supervision, and a personalised development plan, and the opportunity to gain your Level 5 qualification in Management and Leadership if that's the path you choose, paving the way for future progression into more senior roles. Shortlisting Criteria To be considered for shortlisting for this position your CV and answers to the questions below will clearly evidence:Previous experience of working in Residential Children's CareA Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare, or equivalent. You will have the option to work towards completing Level 5 in Management and LeadershipYour ability to establish and maintain positive relationships with children, adolescents, their families, and other care professionalsAn applied knowledge of contextual children's safeguarding and associated issuesProven experience of multi-agency workingSkills in effective assessment, risk management, and strengths-based care planningExperience of delivering statutory childcare services including the residential care of children and knowledge of the Children's Homes Regulations 2015 and Quality StandardsIn this role, you'll be expected to provide supervision to more junior team members. While previous supervisory experience isn't essential, you must be confident in offering guidance and support, and willing to take on this responsibility as part of your development. If you have transferable skills and experience of working in children's services such as family support or placements, fostering, youth services or probation and prison services you may have developed skills that would align well to our Senior Practitioner role, and we would love to hear from you to understand how these could fit a role in our residential children's services. As part of your application, you will be asked to submit a CV and answer the following questions: Please tell us what has motivated you to apply for this role?Please tell us about the skills and experience you have of providing children's residential care?Please tell us about any experience you have of multiagency working and why this is important.The work we do is challenging (but rewarding). Using an example tell us about a time when you dealt with a challenging work situation effectively. What was the outcome and what did you learn from it?Working in our homes represents a unique opportunity to support our children and young people with their everyday lives. To do this safely you will be asked to tell us about any allergies you have that may need to be reasonably managed to ensure your safety and wellbeing with minimal impact to the children and young people we care for. Our Requirements Due to our legal obligations, we can only accept applications from people 22 years old and above. Surrey has both urban and rural areas and our residential workforce will be expected to have a valid driving licence to drive in the UK and access to a vehicle, to support our young people to attend appointments, activities or trips as agreed. 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 Us This advert closes at 23:59 on the 26th of Octoberwith interviews to follow. We look forward to receiving your application, Read Less
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