Social Worker - East Surrey Hospital

Job Introduction 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 full-time, permanent role has a starting salary of £42,239 per annum, based on a 36-hour working week. We have an exciting opportunity to join our East Surrey Hospital team as a full time Social Worker. This service runs from 8am to 8pm Monday to Friday and 9am to 5pm Saturday and Sunday. The role will require being based onsite with some hybrid working supported. Further information regarding the working pattern can be discussed at interview. Additional weekend shifts will be available to take on if desired. Our Offer to You 26 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 Role The role of Adult Social Worker is very important to the Council, ensuring that we can safely support residents who have need for our care and support, and comply with all applicable statutory guidance. We want to ensure that ‘no one is left behind’ and that we can provide excellent customer service to the residents of Surrey, their families and close networks. Our team has recently undergone a restructure, with a new 'Home First and Transfer of Care Hub' (TOCH) now operating to work alongside our social care team. The TOCH is a joint health and social care initiative led by a social care manager, and we work together in a closely coordinated way. We are looking for the right person to continue in the development of this new system and ways of working. Taking on the role is a fantastic opportunity to develop your skills through promoting strengths-based and person-centred practice that is legally compliant; supporting our residents to be discharged from a large acute hospital setting in a safe and timely manner. As part of a changing team you will be able to adapt to changes and support new systems that help to improve the flow of people safely from hospital. Your key responsibilities as a Social Worker in our East Surrey Hospital team will include: Care Act assessments Mental Capacity Act assessments and leading on Best Interest Decisions Screening residents for Continuing Healthcare Carers assessments Safeguarding work and partnership working with our Hospital NHS colleagues, including Transfer of Care Hub and Discharge 2 Assess Attending multi-disciplinary team meetings and working with ward teams Supporting adults, advocates and families through the discharge process You will also work closely with Adult Social Care area and specialist teams as well as community health, charity and voluntary organisations Your Application In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our behaviours : Professional qualification in Social Work and current registration with Social Work England and completion of an Assessed and Supported Year in Employment if more recently qualified Knowledge and experience of current legislation, including the Care Act and the Mental Capacity Act and its application to practice in a social care setting. Knowledge of relevant guidance and person-centred strengths-based practice Knowledge of and experience in carrying out safeguarding enquiries, carrying out assessments within the hospital and/ or community and working with a diverse group of individuals and partner agencies Experience of supporting non-qualified or less experienced members of staff with their development Commitment to your own professional development 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 on 10/05/2026, with interviews planned to follow. Before submitting your application, we recommend you read the job description and our Life at Surrey Handbook 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. Please contact Paul O’Brien, Team Manager by email at Paul.O’ Brien@surreycc.gov.uk or Thelma Tapfumaneyi, Assistant Team Manager at Thelma.Tapfumaneyi@surreycc.gov.uk 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, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, 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: 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 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.