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Could you see yourself living and working in the beautiful county of Surrey? If so, we have a fantastic opportunity working for an ambitious authority who have got a clear vision on improving their children's services.
I am excited to bring to market a new Team Manager post within one of Surrey's fantastic Assessment Teams, based in Woking.
Does this sound like the right role for you? If so, do not waste any time in applying!
When not working with residents in the community, Surrey are keen to support agile working with a combination of home and office working. They are keen to get the balance right of providing flexibility but ensuring you feel connected to your team and the service.
The salary range for Team Managers is £52,942 - £57,125 per annum. They also offer a?financial package of up to £6,000 which is payable in 3 instalments across your first 18 months in post. Information about qualifying criteria to receive this payment will be provided as requested as well as other financial benefits available to you including professional fees, pension contributions and much more.
Joining Surrey as a Team Manager will be an opportunity to be part of a culture in which children and families are supported in a spirit of partnership that encourages them to develop their own solutions while receiving the help and support, they need to address their complex situations. You will also nurture and grow your own team of social workers and practitioners using a motivational interviewing approach, which contributes to Surrey's continued journey to "outstanding".
How Surrey can support you in and out of work:
- 28?days annual leave, rising to 30?days after 5?years' service (plus bank holidays)
- Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave
- An extensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing
- Up to 5 days of carer's leave per year
- Paternity, adoption and dependants leave
- A generous local government salary related pension
- Lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, shopping and many more
- 2 paid volunteering days plus 1 team volunteering day per year
- Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources
Job Requirements:
- Eligible to work in the UK
- A recognised Social Work qualification e.g. Degree in Social Work, DipSW, CQSW or equivalent as recognised by the relevant professional body.
- 2+ years post qualifying experience
- SWE Registration
Benefits of working for Connect2SocialWork:
- Free DBS and compliance service
- Access to a wide range of roles nationwide, as well as exclusive roles to C2SW
- Your own dedicated consultant with extensive knowledge
- Work for an agency owned by Kent County Council
- Prompt and reliable payroll system
- "Refer a Friend" bonus - get £500 for each social worker you refer who we successfully place*
- "Warm Welcome" bonus - get £250 when you secure a role through our agency*
If interested in this role or any other, please contact Lisa Hallinan on or email a CV to
About Connect2SocialWork Connect2SocialWork is wholly owned by Kent County Council. In addition to our links with KCC, we have managed services in place with Hampshire County Council, Dudley MBC, Surrey County Council, Halton Borough Council, Dorset Council and Luton Borough Council. We also provide available work with the majority of the local authorities nationwide. Our commitment to you is we will work proactively and tirelessly to market you until we find you that perfect role. All posts?are?subject to?satisfactory DBS?check and references. *Terms and conditions apply.
Connect2Socialwork is a trading style of Commercial Services Trading LTD - A company wholly owned by Kent County Council. Connect2Socialwork is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.
