Adults - Senior Social Worker

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 permanent, part-time role has a starting salary of £23,942 per annum based on a 18 hour working week, pro-rata to £47,884. We are excited to be hiring a permanent, part-time Senior Social Worker to join our fantastic Mid Surrey Mental Health Team based at Pippbrook house in Dorking, supporting residents across the local boroughs of Elmbridge, Epsom & Ewell and Mole Valley. This role is open to hybrid working and as a team we split our time between collaborating with colleagues in the office, working within the communities we serve, and working from home. 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 As a Senior Social Worker you will demonstrate a high level of understanding and commitment to applying our duties under the Care Act, Mental Capacity Act and Mental Health Act in the communities we serve. We are looking for an enthusiastic team player who can support decision making implemented by Social Workers and Social Care Assistants within the team. Your key responsibilities as a Senior Social Worker will include: Supporting the day-to-day running of a busy, dynamic mental health social care team Prioritising daily challenges effectively Implementing practice decisions that respond flexibly and quickly to changing needs Supporting team members Developing effective relationships with partner agencies, service users and carers We are a supportive, friendly team where members feel valued. Together we have a wealth of mental health knowledge and experience and a strong emphasis on learning and development which is promoted via regular supervision, team meetings and reflection sessions. You will benefit from a structured induction programme. 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 registered with the relevant registration authority Significant post-qualification experience, including experience supporting team members Excellent knowledge of our duties under the Care Act, Mental Capacity Act and Mental Health Act Confidence in making sound decisions that respond flexibly and quickly to changing needs and the ability to prioritise daily challenges Ability to develop effective partner relationships Surrey has both urban and rural areas and 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. 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. To apply, we request that you submit a CV and answer the following 2 questions: Please outline the reasons why you are seeking to apply for a senior social worker post in a mental health social care team. Please provide examples of how you have supported your team. The job advert closes on 7th June 2026 on 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. You are welcome to liaise with Sarah Dee, Team Manager, at Sarah.Dee@surreycc.gov.uk or on 07971888377. 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.