The hourly rate for this bank position starts at £17.87 per hour plus an additional £2.68 per hour annual leave allowance (£20.55 per hour total).

We are excited to be hiring a Senior Social Care Assistant to join our fantastic adult social care team on a bank-hours contract. This post is co-located with our health colleagues in the i-access substance misuse team in Chertsey, however, the team provides countywide service, and as such supports agile working.

Our Offer to You

Generous annual leave allowance An extensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Carers leave and volunteering days dependant on agreed working hours A generous local government salary related pension Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residentsAbout the Role

This is a rewarding opportunity to work with disadvantaged individuals with substance misuse problems across Surrey, who may be struggling to engage with housing and benefits services.

In this role you will provide a social care service in line with the Care Act, contributing to and completing proportionate Adult Social Care Assessments and Support Plans as required.

Your key responsibilities as a Senior Social Care Assistant will include:

Working in partnership with individuals, carers and professional staff in other agencies to ensure that i-access and Social Care service users can understand and access their full benefits entitlements under Universal Credit and PIP, and navigate appeals processes where necessary Supporting individuals to apply and register for housing Working with individuals at risk of eviction or homelessness to maintain their tenanciesThis is an unqualified opportunity, at Senior Social Care Assistant level, which should appeal to current Social Care Assistant, STR, Healthcare Assistants looking to progress and gain further expertise.

You will be provided with clear professional leadership, regular supervision and opportunities for career development.

Your Application

In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our behaviours:

An understanding of substance misuse or mental health services, including assessment Experience of direct working with people with substance misuse and/or mental health issues Working knowledge of the Care Act and housing legislation Flexibility to work in a challenging environment with the ability to practice independently and autonomously Commitment to your own professional developmentThis is a countywide role and at times will require working beyond the borders of Surrey, which has both urban and rural areas. 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.

To apply, we request that you submit a CV and you will be asked the following 4 questions:

Considering the Council's commitment to ensuring that "no one is left behind", what motivates you to take on a Senior Social Care Assistant role within Adult Social Care? Please describe your experience in managing complex cases and working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams. How have these experiences prepared you for the responsibilities of a Senior Social Care Assistant? What three qualities do you possess that will enable you to excel as a Senior Social Care Assistant? How do these qualities support Surrey County Council's culture of collaboration, inclusivity, and adaptability?The job advert closes at 23:59 on 01.02.2026 with interviews planned to follow.

We look forward to receiving your application, please click on the apply online button below to submit.

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.

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.

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