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.

The starting salary for this role is £52,942 per annum, working 36 hours per week.

We are looking for an Assistant Team Manager (ATM) to join our Mental Health East Team, who will be able to demonstrate a high level of understanding and commitment to the personalisation agenda and be able to demonstrate an applied knowledge of Adult Social Care legislation, including the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act, Mental Health Act and the NHS Continuing Healthcare National Framework. 

The team is based at Woodhatch Place in Reigate and supports residents across the local boroughs of Tandridge, Redhill, Merstham, Reigate, Horley and Banstead. There is an expectation that you will be in the office at least 2-3 days per week.

Rewards and benefits 

• 26 days' holiday (prorated for part time staff), rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service 
• 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 dependents leave 
• A generous local government salary related pension 
• Lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, shopping and many more 
• 2 paid volunteering days per year 
• Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources 

About the team 

At Surrey, we are proud to be leading the way in implementing new ways of working in personalisation and a recovery-focused strength-based approach. Our goal is for our service-users to be able to be more in control of their care, making informed choices and being active citizens in their community. 

We are a supportive team, consisting of AMHP's, Senior Social Workers, Social Workers, Senior Social Care Assistants and administrative staff. We are a supportive and friendly team, with a wealth of Mental Health knowledge and experience which is shared within the team, where there is a strong emphasis on learning and development which is promoted via regular supervision and team reflection sessions. We strive to support each other, as well as the residents we work with. 

About the Role 

As an ATM you will support the Team Manager to deliver high quality personalised adult social care, with a clear strength-based agenda. You will be responsible for verifying assessments, authorising when appropriate. You will be supervising both qualified and unqualified staff; working in accordance with the Care Act, and you must also be able to demonstrate an applied and effective knowledge of MCA and safeguarding vulnerable adults' procedures and be able to evidence this. You will have an understanding and commitment to supporting carers and a demonstrable commitment to providing management that supports and promotes Surrey County Council's equality and diversity policy. 

You must hold a professional social work qualification, have completed any post qualification practice or training requirements and have current professional registration with their relevant registration authority.

You will need to have competent IT skills and be able and willing to learn to use a variety of software systems. You will need to have the willingness and ability to travel across Surrey in accordance with the demands of the work and the job profile.

 As Assistant Team Manager, you will be both managing and supporting the day-to-day running of a busy and dynamic Mental Health social care team, prioritising daily challenges effectively. 

You are an excellent communicator and confident in making sound practice decisions that respond flexibly and quickly to changing needs that arise in a high pressure, high activity, team environment. You will be able to develop effective partnership relationships with individuals, carers and families and positive relationships with professional health staff both within and outside the locality team.

Shortlisting criteria 

To be considered for shortlisting for this position, your application will clearly evidence the following: 

• Professional qualification in social work and registered with the relevant registration authority 
• Significant post-qualification experience, including some management experience in a social care setting and be able to demonstrate good understanding of the Mental Health and Social Care agenda.
• Sound knowledge of relevant legislation, assessment, preparation of care plans, monitoring and reviewing outcomes 
• Demonstrable evidence of providing effective professional supervision to AMHPs and less experienced colleagues within a social care setting.
• Confidence in making sound decisions that respond flexibly and quickly to changing needs and the ability to prioritise daily challenges and expectations 
• Ability to develop effective partnership relationships with individuals and professionals 

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.

Contact details 

Please contact us for any questions relating to the role. This could be to discuss flexible working requests, transferable skills or any barriers to employment. 

For an informal discussion please contact Juliette Flynn by email or on MS Teams.

The job advert closes at 23:59 on 13/07/2025 with interviews to follow.

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

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: Information for applicants on Local Government Reorganisation - Surrey County Council

Our Values
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Before submitting your application, we recommend you read the job description. Our Life at Surrey handbook 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. 

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