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• Title: Team Manager - Adolescents
• Reference: SCC/TP/288886/3746
• Positions: 1
• Salary: 54,636 - 58,953 per annum
• Category: Qualified Social Work - Children's
• Contract type: Permanent
• Working hours: 36
• Posted on: 22 August 2025
• Closing date: 7 September 2025
• Directorate: Children, Families & Lifelong Learning
• Location: Woodhatch Place, 11 Cockshot Hill, Woodhatch, Reigate,

Description
We are committed to the development of our workforce. This position is only available to applicants who already work for Surrey County Council. We thank you for your interest in our roles and would encourage you to review our vacancies which are open to all.
We have an opportunity to join us as a Team Manager leading our Adolescent Safeguarding Team based in Woodhatch Place, Reigate. 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 for Team Managers is 54,363- 58,953 per annum. You will also receive a 5,000 market supplement if you have not received this within the last 5 years- eligibility criteria applies.
We also offer a financial package of up to 6,000 which is payable in 3 instalments across your first 18 months in post.
Our other rewards and benefits include:

• A competitive relocation package of up to 8,000
• We pay your Social Worker England Registration fee
• 28 days annual leave, rising to 31 days after 5 years' service (plus bank holidays)
• Access to our car lease scheme
• Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave
• An extensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing
• A generous local government salary related pension
• Lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, shopping and many more
• 2 paid volunteering days per year
• Up to 5 days of carer's leave per year
• Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources
• Paternity, adoption and dependents leave
• Refer a friend payment of 1,000 as a thank you for finding the right Social Worker

About Surrey
Surrey Children's Services are on a journey to becoming an outstanding authority, reflected in our improved Good Ofsted rating and the positive impact of our Family Safeguarding model-evidenced by fewer children on protection plans. Our progress is driven by a committed workforce, from business support to frontline practitioners and leaders, all working together to foster a positive culture and deliver consistent, high-quality social work.
About the Adolescent Safeguarding Service
Our Adolescent Safeguarding teams support families with children aged 12+, addressing issues like contextual safeguarding, neglect, and family breakdown. We focus on building strong relationships-with families and between family members-to help parents overcome challenges and keep children safely at home.
We work collaboratively across teams, sharing resources such as adult mental health workers, domestic abuse practitioners, and substance misuse specialists. This integrated approach helps us develop informed, achievable plans tailored to each family's needs.
About the Role
As a Team Manager, you'll support social workers and help shape a responsive, forward-thinking service. You'll contribute to strategy and policy, while leading, motivating, and developing your team to deliver safe, effective practice and manage workloads confidently.
Why Choose Surrey?
Surrey offers the scale and ambition to support impactful work-but it's our people who make the real difference. Here's what our staff say you can expect:
Supportive Teams - Work in a collaborative environment with strong peer and partner relationships.
Flexible Working - Enjoy agile working with an expectation of at least two office days per week.
Professional Growth - Access structured development via our Children's Service Academy, including coaching, mentoring, and progression pathways.
Belonging - Join a welcoming team that values your expertise and fosters a sense of community.
Wellbeing Focus - Benefit from reflective supervision where your wellbeing is a priority.
Our Inclusive Approach
To apply you will need to upload your CV and respond to the application questions.
Next Steps
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, allowing you to confidently discuss your skills and experiences.
Contact Us
Our friendly teams could talk your socks off when it comes to all things Social Work so if you have any questions please contact the .
The job advert closes at 23:59 on Sunday the 7th of September 2025.
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 meaning qualified social worker staff 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.
Local Government Reorganisation
Surrey County Council is preparing for Local Government Reorganisation which will allow us to implement the Government led policy of devolution, which is all about giving more powers to local areas.
Currently, Surrey has a two-tier council system, with 11 district and borough councils and a county council, all responsible for different services. All these councils will be reorganised into a smaller number of new unitary councils which will come into effect in April 2027. At this point, this role will be transferred, with all existing terms and conditions intact into one of the new unitary councils.
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! Please see more information here:
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Before submitting your application, we recommend you read the job description. Our handbook also provides insights of the culture at Surrey and how as a valued employee, you can help shape our Council.
Our Commitment
Surrey 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 application
The 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 look forward to receiving your application, please click on the apply online button below to submit.
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