Social Care Practitioner - Transition Team

Surrey County Council; Reigate, Woking; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in England seeks a Social Care Practitioner to join their Transition team. This role involves supporting vulnerable adults to promote their independence and wellbeing. With competitive benefits such as 26 days holiday and an Employee Assistance Programme, this position offers both full-time and part-time options. Applicants should possess a relevant health care qualification and experience in Adult Social Care. This is a permanent position based in Reigate or Woking.

Benefits

26 days holiday (increasing to 31 days)

Employee Assistance Programme

Salary-related pension

Lifestyle discounts

Paid volunteering days

Access to learning and development

Qualifications

• Experience working with older adults and disabilities.
• Valid UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.
• Willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Support vulnerable adults and their families, promoting independence.
• Manage a caseload with complex needs.
• Undertake safeguarding enquiries and conduct community assessments.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Experience in Adult Social Care

Knowledge of Care Act and Mental Capacity Act

Education

Recognised Nursing or Allied Health Care qualification

Job description

Details

• Reference: SCC/TP/287909/3628
• Positions: 1
• Category: Qualified Social Work - Adult's
• Contract type: Permanent
• Working hours: 36 hours per week
• Posted on: 4 August 2025
• Location: Woking or Reigate

Description

This role has a starting salary of £42,239 per annum, based on a 36-hour working week. We welcome both full-time and part-time applications.

We are hiring a Social Care Practitioner to join our Transition team.

"If you're considering applying, you should. It will introduce you to a rewarding part of Adult Social Care." - Lizzie Knight, Senior Practitioner, Career Development Lead

This is an opportunity to work with individuals in a person-centred way, empowering them and promoting independence. If you want to make a difference by supporting wellbeing and independence, we want to hear from you!

Rewards and Benefits

• 26 days' holiday (pro-rated for part-time), increasing to 28 days after 2 years, and 31 days after 5 years
• Option to buy up to 10 additional days
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for health and wellbeing
• Up to 5 days of carer's leave annually
• Paternity, adoption, and dependants leave
• Salary-related pension
• Lifestyle discounts (gym, travel, shopping)
• 2 paid volunteering days per year
• Access to learning and development resources

About the Role

You will collaborate with individuals, carers, agencies, and support brokers to support vulnerable adults and their families, promoting independence and choice. You will manage a caseload with complex needs, undertake safeguarding enquiries, and conduct community assessments.

You will work in a team with professional supervision and supportive colleagues.

Shortlisting Criteria

• Recognised Nursing or Allied Health Care qualification
• Experience in Adult Social Care (e.g., working with older adults, disabilities)
• Knowledge of legislation like the Care Act and Mental Capacity Act
• Excellent communication skills in a clear, professional manner

Applicants must have a valid UK driving licence and access to a vehicle, with willingness to travel. Reasonable adjustments will be made for disabilities.

The current contractual location is Quadrant Court, with plans to move to Victoria Gate, Woking later this year.

Contact us

For questions, including flexible work or barriers to employment, please contact us.

The closing date is 30/09/2025. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.

We look forward to your application. Click "apply online" to submit.

Local Government Reorganisation

Surrey is transitioning to a unitary council system by April 2027, which will transfer this role to a new council with the same terms.

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Our Commitment

Surrey County Council is a Disability Confident Employer. A guaranteed interview is offered to disabled applicants meeting minimum criteria and who disclose their disability. Adjustments can be requested during the application and interview process.

We aim to be inclusive and diverse, welcoming applications from all underrepresented groups.