Adults Senior Manager
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 28 Ionawr 2026 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | £70,975 i £78,002 bob blwyddyn |
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 07 Chwefror 2026 |
| Lleoliad: | Guildford, Surrey, GU2 4BB |
| Cwmni: | Surrey County Council |
| Math o swydd: | Cytundeb |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | SCC/TP/287939/4461_1769615050 |
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The starting salary for this role is £70,975 based on 36 hour working week.
This is a fixed term or secondment opportunity until 31st March 2027.
We are looking for a highly skilled and motivated Senior Manager to join our Adult Social Care's brand new West 1 Connect to Community Team, based in Guildford, within Surrey County Council's Adults, Wellbeing and Health Partnerships (AWHP) directorate. This is an exciting opportunity for someone that wants to work as part of the leadership team working closely with partners to improve the outcomes for our residents in Surrey.
Our Offer to You
- 26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service (prorated for part time staff)
- 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 Service
The West 1 Connect to Community (C2C) Team leads a pioneering, resident‑focused approach to supporting people from their very first contact. Working within a dynamic multidisciplinary environment, the team places residents at the heart of every decision-connecting them to local services, completing urgent assessments, and shaping effective support plans. Senior leaders play a key role in safeguarding practice, overseeing triage, and ensuring timely action to manage immediate risks. With clear processes, strong leadership, and a culture of collaboration across diverse professional backgrounds, C2C offers a forward‑thinking environment where you can make a meaningful difference while continuing to develop your expertise.
About the Role
You will oversee the daily delivery of adult social care support, be part of the local leadership team, manage a delegated budget, and ensure high performance standards across West Surrey Connect to Community Team. You will collaborate with council partners, health providers, and the voluntary sector to improve local lives.
We seek an enthusiastic, innovative leader with a professional qualification in Health or Social Care and a proven track record in team management. You should understand and commit to the personalisation agenda, have experience in adult social care services, and be knowledgeable about relevant legislation. A commitment to supporting carers and adhering to the Council's Equality and Diversity policy is essential.
Your Application
In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our behaviours:
- A professional qualification in social care, occupational therapy or other relevant health qualification
- Relevant recent experience in managing frontline social care
- A comprehensive professional knowledge base in relation to social care and health service provisions for adults
- Experience of change management and positive leadership
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.
If you have a flexible and adaptable leadership style and are excited about the opportunity to focus and use your skills and experience to make a difference to the lives of people in Surrey, we want to hear from you!
The job advert closes at 23:59 on 15/02/2026 with interviews to follow. The interview may include an exercise on the day, further details will be provided.
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.
This post has been designated as a politically restricted post in accordance with the Local Government and Housing Act 1989.
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!
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.