Adults Social Care Assistant - West 1 Area

Job description

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 £31,659 per annum (pro rata for part time).

We are hiring a Social Care Assistant 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!

These roles are 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. This role will enable you to have a significant positive impact on the lives of our residents as well as being the first step in an extremely rewarding career with many avenues of development and progression available.

Our Offer to You

• 26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service (pro rated for part time opportunities)
• 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 Team

West Area 1 covers the geographical areas of Guildford, Wavery and Surrey Heath Borough Council and as a part of the job role you will be expected to travel and case hold across the wider area and support our duty function.

We are a forward thinking and diverse team incorporating multi-agency and collaborative working to promote opportunities for team members and customers. We foster close working relationships with our health colleagues. We have good staff retention and excellent opportunities for career development as well as continued professional development within the team through reflective practice including and team champion roles

About the Role

On a daily basis, you will meet with clients to understand their care needs, identify the support required, and help achieve the best possible outcomes. The role involves undertaking Section 9 Care Act assessments, Section 10 Carers Assessments, and risk assessments to ensure individuals receive appropriate support while promoting their independence and wellbeing. You will also participate in multi-disciplinary meetings, contribute to safeguarding activity, and work collaboratively with a range of partners, including community health services, charities, and voluntary organisations, to coordinate effective and person-centred care.

West 1 Area Team is formulated with Allocation Workers and Duty Workers who collectively support across the Area Team as the need arises.

In return for all your skills, enthusiasm and commitment we will support you to take your career to the next level. In turn, you will receive professional supervision and be working in a team of motivated, dedicated and friendly colleagues.

Your Application

In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our behaviours :

• The ability to empathise with, and show compassion towards, individuals in need of social care assistance.
• Strong knowledge of the needs and challenges faced by adults requiring social care, and a commitment to supporting their well-being.
• Proven ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks effectively, ensuring timely and high-quality outcomes.
• 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.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to convey information clearly, concisely, and respectfully, both verbally and in writing.

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.

To apply, we request that you submit a CV and you will be asked the following 3 questions:

1. 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?
2. Please tell us about the relevant experience or transferable skills you have that you can bring to this role?
3. 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?

Before submitting your application, we recommend you read the job description & Our Life at Surrey handbook 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.

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.

For an informal discussion please contact Clare Walton, Team Manager, by email at [email protected] .

The job advert closes at 23:59 on 22nd November 2026 with interviews planned for 3rd December 2026.

We look forward to receiving your application, please click on the apply online button below to submit.

Local Government Reorganisation (LGR)

Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation and will move to new authorities in April 2027. This role is currently employed by Surrey County Council and will remain so until then. If you are employed by Surrey County Council on 1 April 2027, your employment will transfer under TUPE arrangements to one of the new councils, with your current terms and conditions protected. The provisional allocation for this post is West Surrey Council, subject to final confirmation through the wider transition process later this year. Please see more information here: Information for applicants on Local Government Reorganisation - Surrey County Council .

Our Commitment

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 shortlisting criteria, as displayed on the advert, 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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