Assistant Team Manager - Projects

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. T he starting salary for this role is £56,439 per annum, based on a 36 hour working week. This opportunity is a 6 month secondment. We are seeking a motivated and confident practitioner to step into the role of Assistant Team Manager to support the delivery of the Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) Project. This role provides the opportunity to take on leadership responsibilities within a fast‑paced project environment, working closely with the Team Manager to ensure effective oversight, timely case progression and high‑quality practice across the team. 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 Role You will provide day‑to‑day support to staff, offer reflective supervision, and assist with decision‑making in complex situations. The role includes contributing to quality assurance, supporting safeguarding activity, monitoring performance, and ensuring consistent, strengths‑based and person‑centred practice. You will also work collaboratively with internal and external partners to support smooth operational delivery. Your Application In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our behaviours : Recognised Social Work, OT, Nursing or Allied Health qualification (with relevant registration) Strong practice experience within adult social care Ability to support complex casework, risk management and safeguarding Clear, confident and professional communication skills Ability to work collaboratively across teams and partner agencies Strong organisational, analytical and problem‑solving skills Ability to supervise, support and guide staff in day‑to‑day practice To apply, we request that you submit a CV and you will be asked the following 2 questions: Tell us about a time when you had to communicate important or complex information to someone who had communication difficulties and/or their family or advocate. How did you adapt your communication, and how did you ensure everyone understood and felt supported? Tell us about a time when you had to manage a busy workload using a tracking system or multiple sources of information. How did you prioritise your tasks and ensure nothing was missed? Before submitting your application, we recommend you read the job description & Our Life at Surrey handbook to get an insight into working at Surrey. The job advert closes at 23:59 on 05/07/2026 with interviews planned on 8th and 9th July. 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 Beata Lilla Wysocka via email or MS Teams. 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 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.