Average Social Worker salary in Redhill

This role has a starting salary of £40,929 per annum based on a 36-hour working week. We are excited to be recruiting a Social Worker to join our fantastic Social Care Team that sits within East Surrey Hospital. This role offers hybrid working however there is the expectation to be in the office at least 2 to 3 days a week. Rewards and Benefits 26 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 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 plus 1 team volunteering day per yearLearning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resourcesFlexible / agile working to help with balancing work and home.Training and Development including a structured induction programme. 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. About the Team We are proud to say you will be well supported with regular supervision, management support as well as peer-to-peer learning and support. You will work within a fantastic team that works closely with our Health colleagues, enabling a positive and collaborative approach to our work. Our diverse team is committed to making a positive difference to our residents' lives. In return we will provide you with the training, excellent supervision, and development opportunities to progress your career. The service runs from 8am to 8pm Monday to Friday, and 8am to 4pm on Saturday and Sunday. About the Role Your work will include but not be limited to: Care Act assessmentsMental Capacity assessmentsScreening residents for Continuing HealthcareCarers assessments Safeguarding work and partnership working with our Hospital NHS colleagues, including Discharge to Assess.You will also work closely with Adult Social Care Locality Teams and community health, charity and voluntary organisations. The role is a really fantastic opportunity to promote strengths-based and person-centred practice in supporting our residents to be discharged from an acute hospital setting in a safe and timely manner, involving the resident, their family and carers in the process and working with partners to ensure presenting care and support needs are met in a personalised manner. You are likely to be required to work a minimum of one weekend shift per month and one late shift per week. Staff who are on the rota to work a shift falling on a weekend will be given a day off in lieu. Full-time applicants will be contracted to a 36-hour week and these hours will be worked on a rota basis across 7 days a week. Further information regarding the working pattern can be discussed at interview. Shortlisting Criteria To be considered for shortlisting for this position, your application will clearly evidence the following: Professional qualification in Social Work and current registration with Social Work EnglandSafeguarding knowledgeKnowledge and experience of current legislation, including the Care Act and the Mental Capacity Act and its application to practice in a social care settingExperience 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 less experienced members of staff with their developmentCommitment to your own professional development. The job advert closes at 23:59 15/09/2024. Our Commitment Surrey County Council is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. A guaranteed interview will be offered to all disabled applications 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 form Our 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.

The starting salary for this role is £32,743.20 per annum based on a 28.80 hour working week. The full-time equivalent salary is £40,929 per annum. Are you a compassionate and motivated Social Worker looking to make a real difference in the lives of young people? We have a great opportunity for a part-time Supervising Social Worker to join Surrey's Supported Lodgings Team within our Fostering Service. You'll be part of a creative and trauma-informed service that focuses on supporting young people aged 16-25, helping them develop the skills and confidence they need to transition into independent living. Rewards and Benefits 26 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 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 plus 1 team volunteering day per yearLearning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources About the TeamBy joining our team, you'll have the opportunity to positively impact the lives of young people in Surrey, helping them thrive in family-style, semi-independent accommodation. Our team embraces a trauma-informed approach, applying theories of trauma, attachment, loss, and restorative practices to ensure the best possible outcomes for the children and young adults we support. As a team we prioritise professional development and you will benefit from a strong focus on ongoing training, career progression, and maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Our service offers a collaborative and supportive environment, where a team of dedicated professionals work closely together to share knowledge and support each other in achieving our shared goal of improving the lives of Surrey's residents. About the RoleIn this role, you will be responsible for assessing and supervising supported lodgings carers, connected persons foster carers, and proposed special guardians. You will also complete assessments for temporary approvals under Regulation 24 and take part in broader fostering team activities. A key aspect of your role will involve supporting and assessing private foster carers, ensuring they provide safe and nurturing environments for children. You will engage directly with foster carers, young people, and professionals from multiple agencies, playing a crucial role in shaping the future for Surrey's most vulnerable young people. Shortlisting CriteriaTo be considered for shortlisting, your CV and personal statement should include the following: We are seeking a qualified Social Worker, registered with Social Work England with:Experience working with children and young people, alongside a thorough understanding of legislation related to Looked After Children and Care ProceedingsStrong communication skills and the ability to produce clear, evidence-based assessmentsConfidence in working closely with the public, foster carers, and young people, establishing meaningful, multi-agency relationshipsFlexibility to travel across Surrey and beyond, ensuring we meet the needs of young people countywide Surrey has both urban and rural areas and although the role is based in Reigate Social 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 to meet the demands of the role. 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. If you are passionate about supporting young people and are ready to take on a rewarding role within a dynamic and innovative fostering service, we would love to hear from you! The job advert closes at 23:59 on 6th October 2024 with interviews to follow. 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. 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 form Our 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.

We have opportunities for Senior Social Workers to join our Children Looked After Team based in Reigate and Weybridge. When not working with our residents in the community, we are keen to support agile working with a combination of home and office working. We are keen to get the balance right of providing flexibility but ensuring you feel connected to your team and the service. The salary range is ?£46,399 - £49,588 per annum. We also offer a?financial package of up to £6,000 which is payable in 3 instalments across your first 18 months in post. Rewards and Benefits We pay your Social Worker England Registration fee28?days annual leave, rising to 30?days after 5?years' service (plus bank holidays)Option 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 dependants leaveA generous local government salary related pensionLifestyle discounts including gym, travel, shopping and many more2 paid volunteering days plus 1 team volunteering day per yearLearning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources We recognise that looking for your next Social Work position is a really important step in your career and we're here to make that transition a positive one. Our commitment to applicants is to remove barriers and to understand more about you, your motivation for working in children's social care and why you're proud to work for such a valuable profession. Following our latest Ofsted visit in April, we are pleased to report positive feedback on our service quality for children in need or under child protection plans in Surrey. Ofsted recognized the improved impact of our 'comprehensive improvement programme'. We are committed to continuing our progress and are seeking motivated individuals to help us ensure children in Surrey are effectively safeguarded and receive timely support. About working with Children Looked After As a member in the Children Looked After Team, your aim and role will be to support children living with relatives, friends or foster families and perspective adopters or older children living in children's homes and semi-independent units. You will build sustainable relationships with them and plan for their permanence. You will be responsible for ensuring their safety and support them towards independence. Through regular visits, assessments and reviewing their Care Plan, you will nurture and develop meaningful relationships with these children; understand and interpret their wishes; and champion and support them to reach their full potential. Occasionally, you will be required to prepare reports and attend court. You will be supported in this challenging role with regular supervision and consultations with our Mental Health Focussed Social Worker. You will also find support by working alongside other social workers, family support workers and partnership organisations such as: Health Services, Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (New Leaf), Independent Reviewing officers and carers. You will also be supported in your career development by your management team and also by the Surrey Academy. One Voice In Surrey, you will have a sense of belonging within your individual team but also the wider service areas and directorate. You will receive high quality supervision, as there is a firm commitment towards dedicating time that focusses on the work you do with children and families, to enable you to work creatively and holistically in providing support and protection to children whilst also paying attention to your wellbeing and career development. This creates a sense of purpose and fulfilment with a clear pathway to achieve your future aspirations.?? Our Surrey Children's Service Academy currently has over 60 courses available and offers a bespoke learning programme so you can be at the forefront of best practice. Modules such as motivational interviewing and our total respect course allow you to feel empowered in having essential conversations whilst still ensuring a child centred approach to your practice. Our Inclusive Approach To apply you will need to upload your CV and answer the following questions. (no more than 200 words per question): Please tell us what has motivated you to apply for this role?Please tell us about the key skills and experience you will be able to bring to this role.Please tell us about an example that demonstrates how you have built long lasting relationships with children. 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. 15- 20 min). If your Teams call goes well, you will be invited for an in person interview, allowing you to meet the team, check out your potential office and get a feel for what your journey might look like. We are committed to inclusive recruitment. That's why, if you're invited to a face-to-face interview, we'll share the themes of the questions with you in advance. This way, you can prepare and feel comfortable knowing what topics will be covered during the process, allowing you to focus and confidently discuss your valuable skills and experiences. The job advert closes at 23:59 on the 7th October 2024. 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. You will need to be registered with Social Work England. 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.