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Better places, thriving communities. Role: Hard Services Engineering Manager Hours: 40 hours a week Location: Crawley At Mitie, our people are our greatest strength. We're looking for a Hard Services Engineering Manager to lead hard service disciplines on site, ensuring full statutory compliance and delivering high‑quality FM services to the Thales client. Job Overview • Ensure full statutory, mandatory, and contractual compliance, • Lead all hard service disciplines across site, • Support the FM team to deliver high‑quality services to clients and customers, • Strengthen stakeholder relationships and provide FM resilience, • Optimise systems and processes to improve efficiency and reduce energy use, • Develop understanding of contract commercial and delivery frameworks, • Manage PPM and reactive works to meet SLAs and KPIs, • Line manage engineering teams to maximise productivity, • Drive 100% PDA usage through training, auditing, and compliance, • Maintain engineer training matrix and support development and mentoring, • Manage subcontractors in line with contractual requirements Role Responsibilities: • Manage additional works, including scope agreement, quotations, and delivery, • Review subcontractor RAMS, issue permits, and ensure compliance, • Ensure certification is uploaded to Maximo, SharePoint, and site records, • Proactively engage clients and key stakeholders to maximise satisfaction, • Ensure all works follow Mitie Safe Systems of Work and H&S policies, • Assist with monthly reporting and FM initiatives, • Promote the One Team ethos across service lines, • Lead health & safety ownership, reviews, huddles, and audits, • Enhance service delivery through cross‑functional teamwork, • Build a proactive, customer‑focused hard services delivery model, • Challenge supplier quotations and lead energy‑saving initiatives, • Support quarterly energy performance reviews, • Attend and represent Mitie at client meetings when required, • Escalate technical issues to the Hard Services and Energy Lead Required Qualifications: • Experience in M&E environments, • Knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and specialist systems, • Experience managing multi‑skilled engineering teams, • Mechanical Engineering qualification, • Water management experience (desirable), • Strong customer focus and communication skills, • Health & Safety knowledge (IOSH Working Safely), • Full, clean driving licence and ability to work at heights, • Organised, flexible, and able to manage administrative tasks, • Reliable, professional, and able to work independently or as part of a team There's a place for you at Mitie, join us today! Our market-leading offering provides you with benefits that suit your lifestyle. We have a virtual GP on hand for you and members of your household. So you can get expert advice by video or phone without having to leave your home. We offer financial wellbeing assistance through our Salary Finance scheme. For example, you could access 50% of your earned pay before payday for a small fee. Salary Finance also offers competitive loans. When you join us, we’ll give you a link to our flexible lifestyle benefits platform, Choices. You might choose to purchase up to five extra days’ holiday each year. You might buy critical illness insurance, seek dental treatment or buy technology products at an affordable cost. There are many choices! We give you access to high street discounts from thousands of well-known retailers, gyms and more through our MiDeals platform. And we have a cycle-to-work scheme. Life cover of up to four times your salary is available. We also offer enhanced pension contributions, a save-as-you-earn scheme, and a Mitie Matching Share Plan (you could even be awarded free shares in Mitie). We award our employees with Mitie Stars as recognition for their hard work. There are cash prizes up for grabs each month and at the end of the year there’s a chance to scoop a top prize of £10,000! Our success is a direct result of the experience and quality of our people. Progressing your career is therefore a top priority for us. We offer a diverse variety of training and development avenues via a wide selection of learning resources to suit you. Since 1987, Mitie’s 80,000 employees have been maintaining companies globally. We are the UK’s leading facilities management and professional services company, and our clients range from household names in banking, critical government sites as well as hospitals and schools. Join our Mitie Team. Together our diversity makes us stronger.

In fast changing markets, customers worldwide rely on Thales. Thales is a business where brilliant people from all over the world come together to share ideas and inspire each other. In aerospace, defence, security and space, our architects design innovative solutions that make our tomorrow's possible. Together we offer fantastic opportunities for committed employees to learn and develop their career with us. At Thales UK, we research, develop, and supply technology and services that impact the lives of millions of people each day to make life better, and keep us safer. We innovate across the major industries of Aerospace, Defence, Security and Space. Your health and well-being matters to us and that’s why we offer you the flexibility to do what’s important to you; whether that’s part time hours, job sharing, home working, or the ability to flex your start and finish times. Where possible, we support a working pattern that suits your lifestyle and helps you reach your ambitions. Primary purpose of the job A member of the Trade Compliance (TC) Team, reporting to the Head of Trade Compliance, and responsible for ensuring that the Domain(s)/GBU(s)’ s objectives are met in compliance with international trade control laws, regulations and policies, in particular those related to UK and US export controls and UK Customs. Key tasks and accountabilities People Management Responsibility • Day to day responsibility for managing internal stakeholders within the Domain(s)/BGU(s) that the TC Team is responsible for. Some interaction with external stakeholders. General • Advise the relevant key stakeholders on the trade compliance requirements for imports and exports, • Contribute as a key user to the implementation of the local Trade Compliance policies, processes & tools, • Support awareness and training sessions Day-to-day activities, includes but are not limited to: • Review or create and where necessary approve, all trade compliance documentation/requests e.g: CECCs, ICECCs, End User Statements, DSP5s and other supplier licenses, TAAs, MLAs Sales Order/Contracts and Purchase Orders/Subcontracts/Purchase Agreements, Commercial Invoices, Instructions for Freight Forwarders/ Customs Brokers, MSS Data Report, to establish trade compliance requirements and to ensure all relevant information has been included, • Apply for UK export approvals, ensuring that End User Statements, F680 approval etc. are in place, • Apply for US EAR licenses, using SNAP-R and liaise with Thales US to apply for appropriate DDTC approvals, • Liaise with Thales internal functions to ensure US export legislation is implemented correctly, including guidance for Technology Control Plans, US export approvals, re-transfer authorisations etc., • Undertake appropriate checks for ITAR material (US suppliers) and DSP’s, • Manage the return of any temporary imports to meet international customs & licensing requirements, • Manage customs authorisations and renewals, • Secure export controls with record keeping and reporting Technical & Professional Skills Essential • A reasonable knowledge and experience with the UK and US export regulations (ITAR and EAR) and the UK customs regulations Preferred • Experience of working in defence and/or dual-use sectors, • Some EU Export Controls knowledge Education & Qualifications • Associated degree preferred (e.g. law/international business/engineering), • Minimum of 1 to 3 years import / export controls experience Personality / Behaviours • Can work independently, with some supervision from time to time, • A “can do” attitude, • Good commercial awareness, • Effective time management skills, • Excellent attention to detail, • Should have a strong sense of integrity Benefits • Performance-related bonus (grade dependent), • Car cash allowance (grade dependent), • Half day every Friday, usually finishing around 13:00 – delete if not applicable to the BL, • 28 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) with opportunity to buy up to 40 hours/year (pro rata), • 24 hours volunteering paid for, • Private healthcare (grade dependent), • Pension scheme, • Life cover, • 24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app, • Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers, • Gym membership discounts Security Clearance Requirement: Due to the nature of the work that we do at Thales, many of our roles are subject to security restrictions. This role requires Security Clearance (SC). It would be advantageous if currently held, however, if not currently held, it is a requirement that the successful applicant undergo, achieve, and maintain SC Clearance prior to commencing employment. To be eligible for full SC, you generally need to have resided in the UK for the last 5 years. In some circumstances, a minimum of 3 years’ residence in the UK over the last 5 years may be accepted, with additional overseas checks. Please visit the UKSV website for further guidance: .

Casual £88.08 per session, including holiday pay (min. 4-hour session) Posts available from 22nd July 2026 Includes evening and weekend work Prior to commencing your application , ___ The Royal Ballet and Opera continues to lead the way in opera, ballet, music and dance both live on stage and through multiple digital platforms, from live streaming to worldwide cinema screenings. Our Covent Garden theatre has been at the heart of London and British cultural life for three centuries. We are home to two world-class Companies: ___ and ___. The Royal Opera House describes the place we work, not who we are. The whole is always more than the sum of its parts – we may be a House, but three quarters of our audiences experience what we do outside this building. While our Covent Garden theatre is the nerve centre, the impact and influence of the organisation can be felt in every corner of the country, and around the world. We remain committed to offering opportunities to a diverse group of children and young people to participate in our work, either as child performers and/or through our Learning and Participation projects. To facilitate that we utilise a pool of casual chaperones to supervise our child performers and event participants. The chaperones advocate and champion the children and young adults in their care. We are seeking to expand this team to enable us to meet the developing needs of the RBO. The successful candidate will be: • A professional chaperone, holding a current licence and DBS check, • Experienced in chaperoning children in theatre, performing arts, and/or TV, • Knowledgeable of licensing regulations, • Aware of Safeguarding in an arts, charity or education environment, • Able to act on their own initiative and as part of a team, • Confidential with sensitive issues and information, • Able to provide equal and fair treatment and opportunity for all. As noted above, this role commences on 22nd July with a mandatory training session . You must be available to attend in person at ROH Covent Garden on this date. All shifts are for a minimum of 4 hours and are mainly based on site, but occasionally at other venues . These shifts are around rehearsals and performances so will include evenings and weekends. The Royal Ballet and Opera believes that safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility. We recognise that the care, protection and welfare of children, young people and adults at risk is paramount and that these groups have the right to be protected from all types of harm, and we expect all staff and volunteers to commit to this belief. The Royal Ballet and Opera is one of the UK’s leading arts organisations and our aim is to inspire imagination, ignite emotion and make the extraordinary for everyone. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion underpin all that we do. We want our people to be representative of the diversity in the UK. We understand the creativity and innovation that diversity can bring and strive to create an inclusive environment in which everyone can thrive. We encourage applications from people with a wide range of backgrounds, experiences and skills to join our teams. We particularly welcome applications from those who are from a global majority background and/or those who are disabled, as they are under-represented within our organisation. We are a Disability Confident Employer, which means that we are actively working to ensure that candidates with disabilities and long-term health conditions feel supported, engaged and able to fulfil their potential in the workplace. We will endeavour to offer an interview to candidates who tell us they wish to participate in the scheme and who demonstrate in their application that they meet the essential criteria for the role, though sometimes due to the volume of qualified candidates with declarations this is not possible. The RBO is also committed to safeguarding and protecting all children, young people, and adults and we implement robust safer recruitment practices. This post is dependent on thorough checks being completed. These include reference checks, identity checks and an enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check in line with government guidance. A full job description can be found ___ For a list of potential reasonable adjustments, ___ If you have any access requirements for your application, please contact the RBO Recruitment Team on If you are applying as an internal candidate, ___ Closing date for applications: 11:59pm Friday 8th May 2026. Interviews/Assessment Centre will be held on 10th June 2026. Applicants must have work authorisation for the UK. No agencies.

NPCC Vetting Hub Senior Manager Permanent Full Time Stratford-upon-Avon / Remote The main purpose of the role is to provide national leadership and coordination for the operational delivery of police vetting across UK forces. To assist in the development of the strategy for an efficient and effective operational vetting function across national policing and the Annual National Vetting Strategic Threat and Risk Assessment (STRA) Assist in working in partnership with national police forces and external partner agencies and stakeholders. Coordinate the national vetting advisory function that supports forces with complex vetting cases. Provide expert direction, recommended lines of enquiry, and a consistent national approach. To ensure that operational practices comply with Authorised Professional Practice (APP) requirements. Main Responsibilities: • To provide specialist knowledge, advice and guidance in all aspects of National Police Vetting to inform strategic and operational decision making, interpretation of national legislation, offering guidance and support to all key internal and external stakeholders, and support forces with complex decision making., • As delegated, act as the NPCC senior point of contact for police forces on vetting matters, advising on risk, compliance and operational impact., • To develop an operational performance framework and culture of continuous improvement within your areas of responsibility using data to inform decision making and resource allocation., • Monitor force level operational compliance and performance, identifying areas of risk or inconsistency and initiating targeted support or intervention across UK policing, working in conjunction with the College of Policing., • As delegated, to represent NPCC Vetting at strategic board level within Warwickshire as well as with partner agencies such as College of Policing, Home Office and HMICFRS. To provide updates of activity, performance, professional advice and contribute to strategic decisions., • Lead on service delivery, performance, business processes, business practice and improvement activities in relation National Police Vetting and to engage directly with force vetting leads to understand delivery challenges and support continuous improvement, working in conjunction with the College of Policing., • Lead the development and use of national vetting performance dashboards and risk indicators and provide operational insight and feedback to the College of Policing to help inform updates to national vetting policy and guidance., • To have a working knowledge of budgetary management and understanding of financial planning, business planning and contract management., • To identify opportunities to improve skills, knowledge and health and well-being of staff and teams to ensure that continuous professional development addresses the changing requirements of the service., • To coordinate the national operational response to critical incidents or systemic failures in relation to vetting and provide proactive support in relation to HMICFRS inspection activities and the College of Policing in policy development., • To coordinate the NPCC response to national reports and recommendations., • Build and maintain strategic relationships with Chief Officers, Force vetting leads and key national stakeholders to ensure coordinated delivery, shared accountability and effective escalation pathways for national vetting issues., • Ensure integrity, fairness and consideration of the needs of others is incorporated into the daily duties and relationships with colleagues and the conduct and service delivery of allocated portfolio., • This post has been designated as ‘Politically Sensitive’ under the Local Government and Housing Act 1989 (as amended)., • Casual Car User, • Regular national travel Knowledge: • Honours Degree in a relevant subject or extensive experience in strategic leadership as a senior manager in a police vetting related service/profession., • Extensive knowledge of legislation and codified policy as they relate to National Police Vetting, including national vetting standards, Code of Practice, Approved Professional Practice, Police Vetting Regulations and the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act., • Proven ability to lead multi-agency coordination and deliver operational assurance., • Strong commitment to police vetting and public service., • Ability to drive change and rigorous performance management of people., • Extensive experience at a senior management level within a high-pressure department., • Experience of researching, validating, and corroborating complex information and presenting this in relevant products., • Experience of managing a process-driven environment with a proven ability to continuously improve efficiency and deliver change., • Proven experience of enabling organisational and cultural change, • Demonstrate successful management of programmes and projects., • Experience of managing budgets., • Experience of assessing and managing risk., • Experience of making decisions around risk based on an acknowledged process such as the National Decision Model., • Experience of dealing with external stakeholders., • Proven ability to work under pressure, managing a variable workload within strict deadlines., • Effective interpersonal skills including the ability to resolve conflict professionally and in a timely manner, • Ability to inspire, enthuse and to keep people focused in spite of setback/difficulty, • Demonstrable ability to operate calmly and professionally under pressure, • Demonstrable ability to provide senior leadership on change management, • Proficient in the knowledge and use of relevant IT systems and understand the interdependencies between them, • Proven people management, coaching and mentoring skills You will be required as part of Warwickshire Police recruitment process to successfully complete vetting and credit checks.

A local government authority in Reigate is seeking a Food and Safety Team Leader to lead its Environmental Health team. The ideal candidate will be an experienced Environmental Health Officer with strong knowledge in food safety and hygiene legislation.

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The starting salary for this role is £33,552 per annum based on a 36-hour working week. We are looking for a Purchasing and Assets Officer to join our IT & Digital team, providing day‑to‑day support for technology‑related purchasing requests and asset management. Your designated office base will be Woodhatch Place, Reigate but you will often find our team members working from home or in a range of council locations, thanks to our hybrid and flexible working offer. Our Offer to You 26 days' holiday, 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 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 dependants leave an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing learning and development hub with 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 role This role sits firmly within IT & Digital and works in partnership with the Procurement Department. You will act as the front door for IT & Digital requests, helping ensure requirements are clear, compliant and progressed through the correct procurement routes. You will work closely with technical teams, suppliers and Procurement colleagues to help ensure technology is sourced efficiently, assets are accurately recorded and services run smoothly. You will act as the first point of contact for IT & Digital purchasing and asset queries, coordinating requests for hardware, software and services in line with agreed procurement processes. The role involves working closely with the Procurement and Asset Management teams to support compliant purchasing, maintain accurate records, and assist with supplier, contract and commissioning activity, while providing clear information to support effective decision‑making. This is a collaborative and varied role within a forward‑thinking IT & Digital team, where you will support technology purchasing and asset management while working closely with Procurement colleagues. You will be trusted, supported and encouraged to grow, with real opportunity to learn, contribute ideas and help shape how the service continues to improve. You don't need to know everything from day one - what matters is your willingness to engage, learn and bring a proactive, thoughtful approach to the role. In return, you'll be given the space and support to make this role your own and see your ideas turned into meaningful improvements. If this sounds like you, then we would like to hear from you. Your application In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with

The starting salary for this role is £61,784 per annum, based on a 36-hour working week. We are pleased to offer a fantastic opportunity for a Principal Project Manager to join our dynamic Infrastructure and Major Projects Team, based in Woking or Reigate, with the opportunity of working out of other SCC offices. This is a hybrid role, offering a flexible mix of home, office, and site-based working, tailored to the needs of the projects you'll be delivering. You can expect to be in the office or on site approximately 2 days per week. 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 role As a Principal Project Manager, you will lead the development and delivery of complex, high-profile capital infrastructure projects. Reporting directly to the Major Projects Team Leader, your work will be instrumental in achieving our service goals and supporting the council's strategic vision. We are looking for a proactive, solutions-focused individual with a proven track record in civil engineering/highways and a passion for delivering major infrastructure projects efficiently and effectively. Shortlisting Criteria In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our behaviours: Relevant degree or equivalent professional qualification/experience in infrastructure/civil engineering/ highways. Extensive senior-level experience in infrastructure/civil engineering/highways. Proven ability to deliver technically complex programmes of work. Strong verbal and written communication skills, including negotiation. Effective collaboration with internal and external partners. Advanced problem solving, analytical abilities and project management application experience. Risk assessment and management skills in complex environments. Political sensitivity and awareness. Strong leadership skills, including staff development. Surrey has both urban and rural areas and to fulfil the requirements of this role you will be required 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. If you meet the criteria outlined in the role profile and are ready to help drive meaningful change, we encourage you to apply and be part of our journey. Application Questions To apply, alongside your CV, you will be asked to answer the following questions: Describe your experience leading multiple, complex infrastructure programmes simultaneously. How did you prioritise delivery and manage interdependencies? Tell us about a time you challenged cost estimates or supplier proposals. What was the result? How do you design and operate effective governance for large infrastructure programmes? The job advert closes at 23:59 on 10.05.2026 with interviews planned for week commencing 18.05.2026. 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

The starting salary for this permanent, part-time role is £24,607 based on working 18.50 hours per week, pro-rata to £47,884. We are looking for an enthusiastic Senior Occupational Therapist to join our fantastic team, providing professional occupational therapy to children, young people and families living in Surrey. This role is for 18.5 hours per week, one day of which will be Wednesday. The team has two offices bases, one in Woodhatch Place, Reigate and the other in Victoria Gate, Woking. However, this is a community-based hybrid role so will involve visiting children in their homes, working from your own home, and/or using any other Surrey County Council offices as and when required. Our Offer to You 26 days' holiday, 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 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 residentsAbout the Role Every child deserves the opportunity for participation and inclusion, to live in a home environment that supports and enables them to do the things that matter most to them, and their families. As a Senior Children's Occupational Therapist, you'll make that possible by working in partnership with children, parents, and carers to remove barriers and create safe, supportive spaces. You'll listen, assess and act - providing tailored advice, specialist equipment, and home adaptations that make a real difference. Whether it's enabling a child to access essential facilities at home or helping parents feel confident in providing safe care, your work will transform everyday challenges into opportunities for independence and choice. This is a role where your expertise really counts. You'll manage complex cases, balancing risk and safeguarding while keeping the child's needs and aspirations at the centre. You'll collaborate with a wide network of professionals and partners to deliver solutions that work for families. And as a senior member of the team, you'll share your knowledge, supporting and mentoring colleagues and students so they can develop too. Our countywide Children's Occupational Therapy service is built on partnership. We work alongside families and the multidisciplinary team around the child to create safe, supportive environments where children can flourish. You'll join a well-established, passionate team within the Children with Disabilities Resources service, alongside the Children's Crisis Service and Outreach teams - together making a lasting impact and ensuring no one is left behind. We'll support you every step of the way with learning opportunities, supervision, and a culture that encourages creativity and innovation. Because when you're empowered, so are the children and families you serve. Your Application In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our behaviours: Degree or equivalent in Occupational Therapy and Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) registered Experience in children's social care Occupational Therapy or any other children's Occupational Therapy experienceSurrey has both urban and rural areas and Occupational Therapists 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. The job advert closes at 23:59 on the 30th April 2026 with interviews to follow. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to new unitary councils in April 2027. Your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of these new councils, 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

This role has a starting salary of £41,585 per annum, based on a 36-hour working week. There are four positions available: two permanent roles and two 24‑month fixed‑term contracts. We are excited to be hiring four Commissioning & Contract Officers to play a key role in discharging adult education functions and funding devolved from the UK Govt to Surrey County Council. The contractual base will be Woodhatch Place, Reigate. The role is hybrid with at least one day in Woodhatch (usually Tuesday), combined with regular attendance at meetings, workshops and events across the county, which be require travel across the county. Our Offer to You 26 days' holiday, 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 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 residentsAbout the team This post sits within the Council's Economy & Growth service and plays a key role in driving inclusive and sustainable growth in line with Surrey's wider economic ambitions. The service works across the organisation as One Council to deliver strategic priorities that grow the economy while ensuring no one is left behind. We provide strategic services spanning business support, innovation, skills and employment, working with partners and major employers to champion and future‑proof the county's economy. Surrey is home to 110,000 businesses, supports 1.2 million residents and contributes £50bn annually to the UK economy. Working closely with employers, providers and partners, the team delivers the Council's devolved adult education functions, aligning skills provision with pathways into work and empowering residents to achieve sustainable employment. Make a real difference to people living, learning and working in Surrey Surrey County Council is committed to ensuring residents can access the skills they need to enter, progress in and sustain meaningful employment, while employers can access the workforce they need. Through devolved adult education funding, Surrey is shaping skills and employment support around local needs to drive economic growth for all. About the role This role will be central to a highly visible team with significant interest from senior political leaders, local partners and wider stakeholders. Working in the Council's Economy & Growth team, you will be responsible for delivering the commissioning, procurement and contract management of skills provision across Surrey; ensuring that commissioned providers deliver high quality, value for money services that meet local economic, employer and resident needs; and contributing to all aspects of the commissioning cycle - including analysis, planning, procurement, delivery and review - to ensure provision aligns to the county's economic priorities and statutory/funding requirements. The Commissioning & Contract Officers will be expected to work horizontally across Economy & Growth and other Council services, contributing to the team's collectively owned outcomes and connecting into complementary programmes such as Connect to Work and WorkWell. Key responsibilities and outcomes Commission and deliver programmes through effective planning, procurement and mobilisation to improve employment outcomes Manage contracts, performance, finances and risk to ensure delivery on time, on budget and against KPIs Collaborate with providers, employers and partner programmes to address skills shortages Use data and insight to monitor performance and drive continuous improvement Ensure strong governance, compliance and reporting across all funding and regulatory requirementsYour Application In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills: Experience in commissioning, contracts, procurement and project delivery Knowledge of public‑sector funding and governance, ideally in a local authority Able to manage multiple priorities at pace and meet deadlines Strong analytical and organisational skills, with clear reporting Effective relationship‑builder with providers and partnersTo apply, please submit your CV and outline your experience and suitability for the role by responding to the following questions (no more than 400 words for each): Describe your experience of commissioning provision from external organisations. What was your role and how did you ensure an outcome-focused approach? Describe your experience of managing contracts. How did you monitor performance, quality and compliance?This advert will close at 23:59 on Sunday 10th May 2026, with interviews currently scheduled for Tuesday 26th and Wednesday 27th May. 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

The starting salary for this role is £47,142 per annum based on a 36-hour working week. We are looking for two proactive and inquisitive Service Delivery Consultants who are customer‑focused and passionate about using data to drive continual improvement in IT Service Management. Your designated office base will be Woodhatch Place, Reigate but you will often find our team members working from home or in a range of council locations, thanks to our hybrid and flexible working offer. Our Offer to You 26 days' holiday, 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 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 dependants leave an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing learning and development hub with 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 residentsAbout the Role In this role you will work closely with the Service Delivery Manager and wider IT teams to monitor service performance, identify improvement opportunities, and support the delivery of reliable, high‑quality IT services. You will support the Service Delivery Manager with service performance management, including KPIs, service reviews and benefits tracking, while managing service improvement activity. The role involves analysing support data and customer insight to identify trends, contributing to problem management, supporting business and IT analysis, and assisting during major incidents and post‑incident reviews. As a Service Delivery Consultant, you'll have the opportunity to make a real difference in how IT services work for customers. You'll work closely with the Service Delivery Manager and IT teams, using service data and customer insight to spot what's working well and where things can be better. Your work will directly influence service performance, improvements, and learning from incidents, helping move IT services towards a more proactive, reliable, and customer‑focused way of working. You will also be supported to learn and grow in this role. You'll gain hands‑on experience across service improvement, problem management, stakeholder engagement, and IT service analysis, while working alongside experienced professionals. If you're curious, enjoy working with data, and want to build your skills while shaping the future of IT service delivery, this role offers a great opportunity to do exactly that. Your Application In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our behaviours: Experience in IT Service Management and/or continuous improvement A structured and analytical approach to problem‑solving Confidence in engaging and working with a range of stakeholders Strong organisational skills Must have ITIL and PRINCE2 Agile Foundation qualificationsTo apply, we request that you submit a CV and you will be asked the following question: Within our team, we use evidence‑based data to make strategic decisions and drive service improvement. Please describe one example where you have led or significantly contributed to a service improvement initiative using data to influence an outcome. In your response, please cover: Problem definition: What issue or opportunity were you trying to address? Data and insight: What data did you use, and how did you gather, validate, and analyse it? Case for change: How did you translate the data into a business case or justification? Influence and decision‑making: How did you engage stakeholders and influence the decision to proceed? Implementation: How was the change delivered, and what was your role? Outcomes and learning: Did you achieve the intended outcomes? What measures did you use to assess success, and what would you do differently?Please be clear about your personal contribution throughout the initiative. Before submitting your application, we recommend you read the job description and our Life at Surrey handbook to get an insight into working at Surrey. 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. The job advert closes at 23:59 on 24/05/2026 with interviews planned to follow. We look forward to receiving your application, please click on the apply online button below to submit. 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! Please see more information on our website. 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

Senior Contracts Manager Job Summary: The Senior Contracts Manager will lead contract management of complex, major systems agreements within the transportation technology sector. The Senior Contract Manager proactively anticipates, identifies, analyses and informs management of the legal, financial and performance risks that can impact success, ensuring our client minimises its contractual risk, continues to manage its contractual obligations (internal and external) management is kept informed of performance. The role is expected to provide proactive strategic and day-to-day leadership and typically exercises significant decision-making authority under limited supervision and direction. This role requires substantial experience, legal knowledge, and high-level stakeholder management. Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities: • Provides expert advice on contractual risks, legal requirements and compliance standards., • Develops contractual strategies and drive growth by streamlining processes, reducing risk, and optimising commercial strategies., • Lead contractual responsibility for assigned complex, major systems (typically fixed price type) contracts for transit systems consisting of hardware, software, installation, related banking and retail, and other services for large local government public transit customers, from initial proposal through performance and including closeout;, • Monitors the status of all contract deliverables for compliance with contract requirements;, • Responsible for project change management and coordination of contractual activities; collaborates with Project Manager to develop effective strategies and recommendations to management for resolution of contractual issues; co-ordinates submission and negotiation of complex, high dollar value contract proposals, including change orders;, • Resolves issues regarding contractual performance, including claims, changes, and terminations with little intervention from senior leadership;, • Interacts with, briefs, and makes recommendations to management regarding the progress and impact of potential contract and subcontract-related activities on the project, prepares contract and subcontract reviews and reports on issues;, • Reviews, drafts and negotiates contractual agreements; edits terms and conditions and flow-down requirements to subcontracts based on prime contracts consistent with policies;, • Manages variations from receipt to closure including approving and signing of responses and price builds; attending kick off meetings and bid reviews;, • Lead contractual responsibility for assigned major proposals and related strategic agreements (i.e., teaming agreements and sub-contracts), reviews requests for proposals (RFPs) and other proposals, identifies risks, mitigates unacceptable terms and completes overall risks assessment in support of bid-no-bid determination;, • Ensures that if the customer does not perform its obligations under a contract, those issues are monitored and manage these non-conformances to ensure that our client is appropriately compensated for any associated impact;, • Manages, negotiates and mitigates the damaging effect of claims made on them by customers, sub-contractors and/or suppliers;, • Monitors and reviews internal processes to ensure that they remain robust and updated in accordance with client policy and business requirements, considers ways in which new forms of contract may be employed to improve timeliness or efficiency or reduce the risk;, • Liaises closely with Business Development and share market intelligence for the benefit of our client; fosters and develops relationships with key customers/potential customers to ensure that our client are involved as early as possible in any opportunity;, • As required, supervises junior team members or directs the work of others within the Contracts function;, • Ensures compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements, working alongside the legal department;, • Contributes to the development and execution of strategic objectives;, • Complies with values and adherence to all company policy and procedures, in particular the code of conduct, quality, security and occupational health, safety and environmental policies and procedures. In addition to the duties and responsibilities listed, the job holder is required to perform other duties assigned by their manager from time-to-time, as may be reasonably required of them. Minimum Job Requirements: Skills knowledge and experience: Essential: • Demonstrated leadership experience in commercial contract management for high value contracts which include development, service agreements, prime/sub-contract formation, hardware and software installation and maintenance agreements for both commercial and government agency customers;, • Solid experience in legal drafting and contract formation and delivery;, • Strong background in claims management, dispute resolution, and negotiating complex terms and conditions;, • Strong commercial awareness. Ability to apply strong business and contractual judgment to deliver practical, risk balanced commercial solutions ;, • Strong ability to prioritise assignments and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment without supervision;, • In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office. Desirable: • Understands and has experience of European and public sector procurement legislation;, • A general understanding of the technologies used in ticketing or transport systems (helpful but not essential);, • Driving license. Education and qualifications Essential: • Degree in a relevant technical, legal or business discipline and/or equivalent level of experience. Desirable: • Legal qualification and/or professional procurement/contract management qualification

This permanent role has a starting salary of £33,552 per annum, based on a 36-hour working week. We are looking for two enthusiastic and motivated people to join our friendly and active East Surrey Hospital team as Senior Social Care Assistants. We support hybrid working with the right balance. We come together in person for 3 days per week on average (60% of the working week) and support working from home the rest of the time. Our Offer to You 26 days' holiday, 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 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 residentsAbout The Role We are a busy and diverse team managing hospital discharges, providing essential support to adults, carers, and families during the hospital discharge process. The complexity of our work varies greatly, supporting all adult patients of the hospital who are residents of Surrey, and who appear to have a need for care and support. We always strive to get people back home; this is the focus of what we do. When joining us, you will be well supported with regular supervision, management support as well as peer-to-peer learning and support. You will form part of a fantastic team that works closely with our acute hospital health colleagues, enabling a positive and collaborative approach. Our team is committed to making a difference to residents' lives, and working in a positive, inclusive manner. To help to promote this we will provide you with training, excellent supervision, and development opportunities to progress your career and get the most out of your role. In all that you do, you will promote independence, wellbeing, and choice by offering advice, guidance, and connecting people with family, community, voluntary sector support, and other appropriate services. Your other key responsibilities as a Senior Social Care Assistant will include: Supporting safe and timely hospital discharge, working collaboratively with ward staff, families, health partners, and community services-coordinating information, contributing to risk management, and assisting with practical arrangements Managing a small but varied caseload, responding flexibly to changing priorities in a fast paced environment Discussing financial considerations clearly with residents, including explaining available funding options, contributions, and the use of direct payments in line with assessed needs and budget parameters Contributing to the hospital duty desk, triaging enquiries, maintaining accurate records, and supporting colleagues as needed to ensure smooth service delivery Working in partnership with internal teams and external agencies, including NHS Continuing Healthcare, Transfer of Care Hub, advocacy services, carers' organisations, district and borough councils, and voluntary groups, to ensure holistic support Contributing to safeguarding practice, recognising and escalating concerns and helping ensure safe outcomesThe role of Social Care Assistant is very important to the Council, ensuring that we can safely support residents who have need for our care and support. It enables us to ensure that 'no one is left behind' and that we can provide excellent customer service to those who need our support most. Your Application In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align withour behaviour: Practical understanding of the needs of people with complex social care requirements, particularly during hospital admission and the support available under the Care Act Clear written and spoken communication and ability to work in partnership with internal teams, NHS staff, community organisations, and families Confident use of IT systems to record assessments and case notes. Competent with Microsoft 365 and able to learn new systems Ability to assess and respond to presenting needs, manage risk proportionately, resolve practical issues using experience and guidance, and escalate more complex situations appropriately. Ability to manage and prioritise a varied caseload in a fast paced hospital environment, maintaining accuracy and attention to detail. Able to respond to changing priorities, undertake both daily and adhoc responsibilities, and support team duties Understanding of adult safeguarding duties, including recognising risks, raising concerns, and contributing to the risk management process Ability to explain funding options clearly, including personal budgets and direct payments, and make recommendations for services in line with assessed needs and available budgetTo apply, we request that you submit a CV, and you will be asked the following 4 questions: Looking at our advert, and considering the Council's commitment to ensuring that "no one is left behind", please tell us what it is about the role that has motivated you to apply? Please tell us about the relevant experience or transferable skills you have that you can bring to this role. What three qualities do you have that would make you a good Senior Social Care Assistant and how do these qualities support Surrey County Council's culture of collaboration, inclusivity, and adaptability? What is something that you have done as part of a team (in a work or private capacity) that you are particularly proud of or has had a positive outcome for someone else?The job advert closes at 23:59 on 10/05/2026, with in-person interviews planned to follow shortly after. 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. 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

The starting range for this role is £53,713 - £58,953 per annum based on a 36-hour working week. Help shape the future of digital services for Surrey An exciting opportunity has arisen to join Surrey County Council's IT & Digital Service Assurance Team at a pivotal time of transformation. We are looking for an experienced and motivated Service Delivery Manager who is passionate about delivering high‑quality, value‑driven IT services that make a real difference to residents, colleagues, and communities across Surrey. Your designated office base will be Woodhatch Place, Reigate but you will often find our team members working from home or in a range of council locations, thanks to our hybrid and flexible working offer. Our Offer to You 26 days' holiday, 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 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 dependants leave an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing learning and development hub with 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 residentsAbout the role As Service Delivery Manager, you will play a pivotal role in strengthening how IT & Digital services are designed, measured, governed, and continually improved. You will provide clear insight into service performance and cost, ensuring services are transparent, resilient, and aligned to business outcomes. The role owns service performance and financial models, ensures ITSM processes and agreements are effective, drives continual service improvement using data and insight, partners with senior stakeholders and suppliers, leads a small team, and deputises for the Service Assurance Manager when required. Key responsibilities Lead the strategic delivery of IT & Digital services, ensuring they are measurable, customer-focused, and aligned to organisational priorities. Own ITSM performance management, including KPIs, dashboards, service reviews, and improvement pipelines. Proactively monitor and improve service performance, managing risks across technology, process, capacity, suppliers, and SLAs. Lead and develop a small team while acting as a trusted partner to senior stakeholders and suppliers. Produce clear performance and financial insight to support decision‑making, contract management, and continual improvement.Your application In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills. Project Management experience Ability to influence decisions though data analysis &evidence (Writing Business Case) Curiosity with high attention to detail(analytical) Proactive & leadership skills Experience with Continual Service Improvement The job advert closes at 23:59 on 24/05/2026 with interviews planned to follow. 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

The salary range for Advanced Social Workers is £47,884 - £51,175 per annum based on working 36 hours per week. We have a great opportunity for an Advanced Social Worker to join our Children's Assessment Team based in 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. Our Offer to You We pay your Social Worker England Registration fee 28 days annual leave, rising to 31 days after 5 years' service (plus bank holidays) 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 and 2 paid volunteering days per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave A generous local government salary related pension Lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, shopping and many more Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Refer a friend payment of £1,000 as a thank you for finding the right Social WorkerWe recognise that looking for your next Social Work position is a really important step in your career and we're here to make that transition a positive one. Our commitment to applicants is to remove barriers and to understand more about you, your motivation for working in children's social care and why you're proud to work for such a valuable profession. Take a read and we hope, you'll be just as excited to speak to us as we are you! Our Progress We are proud of our recent Good Ofsted judgement, which marks a significant milestone for Surrey. The report highlights how strong assessments in Surrey consider children's histories and involve social workers spending time alone with children to understand their experiences." Our strong training and development offer in Surrey "helps to equip staff with the understanding, knowledge and skills that they need to practice in a kind, sensitive, motivational and respectful way and that staff feel highly valued, are proud to work for children's services." If you are considering your next professional opportunity and looking for an ambitious and highly motivated employer who is continuously striving for better services for children and young people, then our Surrey Children's Services would love to hear from you. Are you at a point in your career where you want to take on supervisory responsibility whilst utilising your skills as an experienced social worker? Our Advanced Social Worker role enables you to work on complex cases whilst also giving you the opportunity to progress your career through contributing and supporting managers to develop the skills and knowledge within the team, whilst occasionally deputising for the Team Manager. You will also have the opportunity to join Advanced Social Worker colleagues in county wide learning activities organised by the Surrey Children's Service Academy with a clear professional development pathway. About Working in Assessment The first contact any family or professional has with our assessment service sets the tone for our entire working relationship with them. Our practice across the whole service is based upon consent, strong relationships with families and with partners who are also supporting our families. Using motivational approaches the assessment social worker engages with both the family and the network supporting them to understand the presenting worries and work out whether a statutory social work service is required. If not, a plan to support the family at a lower level of need will be put in place to meet the need of the child and family. One Voice In Surrey, you will have a sense of belonging within your individual team but also the wider service areas and directorate. You will receive high quality supervision, as there is a firm commitment towards dedicating time that focusses on the work you do with children and families, to enable you to work creatively and holistically in providing support and protection to children whilst also paying attention to your wellbeing and career development. This allows you to feel continuously fulfilled in your role and have a pathway to achieve your future aspirations. Wherever you are in your career journey, Surrey is committed to supporting and nurturing you so that you can be the best version of yourself. Our Surrey Children's Service Academy currently has over 60 courses available and offers a bespoke learning programme so you can be at the forefront of best practice. Modules such as motivational interviewing and our total respect course allow you to feel empowered in having essential conversations whilst still ensuring a child centred approach. Your Application, Our Inclusive Approach In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our behaviours: Qualified Social Work degree and SWE Registration ASYE completed, within two years of qualifying UK social work experience Three years post-qualified experienceSurrey 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, access to a vehicle and be willing to travel across a wide geographical area. To apply you will need to upload your CV and answer the following questions. (No more than 200 words per question): Please tell us what has motivated you to apply for this role? Please tell us about the key skills and experience you will be able to bring to this role. Working in an Assessment team can be quite fast paced, unpredictable and often requires multi-tasking. Using an example, please tell us how you cope under pressure?The job advert closes at 23:59 on 24th May 2026 with interviews to follow. If your application is shortlisted, you will be invited to a short first round virtual interview to explore your answers to the above questions (lasting approx. 15- 20 min) If your Teams call goes well, you will be invited for an in person interview, allowing you to meet the team, check out your potential office and get a feel for what your journey might look like. 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 knowing what topics will be covered during the process, allowing you to focus and confidently discuss your valuable skills and experiences. 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

The starting salary for this role is £41,585 per annum based on working 36-hours per week. Surrey Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) an exciting opportunity to join the logistics team of skilled technicians, who work on a variety of vehicles and equipment ranging from fire appliances to the jaws of life. The role(s) of the LGV (Large Goods Vehicle) Engineering Technician are essential to the running of Logistics team. Our Offer to You 26 days' holiday, 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 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 residentsAbout us Surrey Fire and Rescue Service (SF&RS) provide an emergency service that looks after approximately 1.18 million people spread across approximately 1,676 square kilometres in a county that includes several large urban areas such as Guildford, Redhill and Woking. Surrey has also been found to have the highest concentration of trees in the UK. There are 103 kilometres of motorway, two major airports nearby and there are more than 1,000 sites identified as posing high risk throughout the county. Surrey's Firefighters are trained to deal with a range of emergency situations, not just fires and road traffic collisions. These activities include working with other agencies to respond to widespread flooding and other water rescue incidents or dealing with emergencies that may involve hazardous materials. About the role The Logistics Department within SFRS work on a wide variety of vehicles, from front-line appliances to boats and everything in between, as well as a lot of specialist vehicles. This means that no two days are the same; you could be supporting the operational crews at an incident in a Logistics capacity or could be on the River Thames repairing the boats supporting the Water Rescue Team. The day-to-day work is the servicing and repairs of our fleet which is approximately 230 vehicles and 18,000 pieces of equipment which is done at our workshop in Reigate. As LGV Engineering Technician you will be working in an exciting key role as part of a developing team of support staff to the frontline crews. You will be expected to carry out repairs and maintenance work to laid down standards, sometimes without direct supervision but will be an active team member to ensure that this requirement is met at all times. Your main duties in the role of a LGV Engineering Technician will include (but not be limited to): Servicing, maintaining and repairing of all operational vehicles, ladders, cutting equipment and all specialist fire service equipment as specified by its manufacturer, DVSA and NFCC. This includes appliances, hydraulic platforms, Unimog's, Land Rovers, water carriers, boats and all associated equipment. Ensure SFRS can operate a safe, legal and reliable fleet of vehicles and equipment 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Ensure all maintenance and other records and associated paperwork is completed in good time, legibly and accurately in conjunction with the Administrative Support team.Working hours This will be over a 36-hour week, 4 days a week, Monday to Friday shifts of 07:30-17:00. (Week 1 Monday to Thursday, Week 2 Tuesday to Friday). During busy periods or where required, you may be required to work outside these times to ensure we maintain support to the front-line crews. There is also a need for Technicians to be mobile to carry out safety inspections as well as repairs across the county. Due to the nature of the work isn't just servicing and repairs (we also do a lot of manufacturing and modifications) engineering skills would also be of benefit to the team. There may also be the opportunity in the future to become part of a team of on-call breakdown Technicians. They share a rota covering out of hours breakdowns and defects in support our entire fleet which can be challenging during busy periods such as major incidents. This is paid as overtime with an on-call allowance. Your Application In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and experience and align with our behaviours: Educated to GCSE C /Level 4 standard in English and Mathematics or equivalent, City and Guilds HGV Motor Vehicle Mechanics / equivalent IMI Level 3 Diploma in Vehicle Maintenance & Repair - Heavy Vehicle/ BTEC ONC / HNC, Minimum Category B driving license, An ability to problem-solve engineering solutions and willingness to undertake training for working on specialist vehicles/equipment, Welding and engineering skills or knowledge of this, Flexible attitude and willingness to work out on the road independently, with the ability to demonstrate good communication skills. The job advert closes at 23:59 on 06/05/2026. Interviews will take place week commencing 18/05/2026. 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

This role has a starting salary of £8,350 per annum (pro rata to £25,052 FTE), based on a 12 hour working week. We are looking for an enthusiastic and self-motivated Library Assistant to join our dedicated team. You will be based at Reigate Library, you will also be required to work at Redhill, Merstham and Horley libraries when required. Libraries are spaces for social interaction, learning and cultural experiences, acting as an economic enabler providing support for local communities and businesses. Surrey's libraries offer vital services to all members of their communities. Our Offer to You 26 days' holiday, 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 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 Role Surrey Libraries hold a unique place in our communities offering something for everyone, and no two days are the same. They provide universal access through a programme of reading, learning, digital, and health and wellbeing activities. Our vision is for our libraries to become hubs of the community that all are proud of. With excellent customer service at its heart, we need people who share this passion to become more successful. Library Assistants greet each person with a positive attitude and resilient approach to any request. Customer service is at the forefront of our library service, making them busy, lively places to work. Flexibility, creativity, and initiative are key. Your responsibilities will include: Helping with reading recommendations Creating new themes for book displays Maintaining, presenting, and processing book stock Leading craft events, Rhymetime, and Storytime sessions Engaging with schools to organise visits and class assemblies Assisting with or leading activities for both children and adults Lone working or single staffing at this and other libraries in the areaYour Application In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our behaviours: Proven experience in providing or receiving excellent customer service. Evidence of observing or contributing to a community service that made a positive impact. Creative ideas for attracting more people to our libraries, aligned with the surrey wayTo apply, we request that you submit a CV and you will be asked the following 4 questions. Please highlight your strengths and any transferable skills or experience: What has motivated you to apply for the Surrey Library Service? (150 words) Can you please provide an example when you either provided, or received, excellent customer service? (150 words) Our libraries are a vital community resource. Describe an instance where you observed or contributed to a community service making a positive impact. (150 words) Can you name 3 things you would do to attract more people to our libraries and highlight how they align with aspects of our Surrey Way framework? (150 words)If shortlisted for interview, you will be sent interview questions in advance. You will be asked to share an idea for a library event and be asked to read a short story. The job advert closes at 23:59 on 04.05.2026 with interviews planned for . 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

This role has a starting salary of £41,585 per annum, based on a 36-hour working week. Are you a change professional ready to help transform Surrey's adult skills and employability system? Can you help to co-design skills provision that is future-focused and helps to unlock economic growth? We are excited to be hiring a new Change and Improvement Officer to help discharge adult education functions and funding devolved from the UK Govt to Surrey County Council. The contractual base will be Woodhatch Place, Reigate. The role is hybrid with at least one day in Woodhatch (usually Tuesday), combined with regular attendance at meetings, workshops and events across the county, which may require travel across the county. Our Offer to You 26 days' holiday, 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 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 team This post sits within the Council's Economy & Growth service and plays a key role in driving inclusive and sustainable growth in line with Surrey's wider economic ambitions. The service works across the organisation as One Council to deliver strategic priorities that grow the economy while ensuring no one is left behind. We provide strategic services spanning business support, innovation, skills and employment, working with partners and major employers to champion and future‑proof the county's economy. Surrey is home to 110,000 businesses, supports 1.2 million residents and contributes £50bn annually to the UK economy. Working closely with employers, providers and partners, the team delivers the Council's devolved adult education functions, aligning skills provision with pathways into work and empowering residents to achieve sustainable employment. Make a real difference to people living, learning and working in Surrey Surrey County Council is committed to ensuring residents can access the skills they need to enter, progress in and sustain meaningful employment, while employers can access the workforce they need. Through devolved adult education funding, Surrey is shaping skills and employment support around local needs to drive economic growth for all. About the role This is a highly visible role with significant interest from senior political leaders, local partners and wider stakeholders. Working in the Council's Economy & Growth team, you will be responsible for helping to drive continuous improvement across the Council's skills and employability programmes; generating and applying key insights to ensure delivery is evidence-led, inclusive and aligned to county wide priorities and statutory responsibilities; and communication key information and supporting engagement with a range of stakeholders. The Change & Improvement Officer will be expected to work horizontally across Economy & Growth and other Council services, contributing to the team's collectively owned outcomes and helping to integrate change into complementary employment and business support programmes. Key responsibilities and outcomes Lead performance, insight and reporting to improve outcomes and value for money. Support market engagement and commissioning, ensuring responsiveness and quality. Manage risk, compliance, assurance and data governance. Drive continuous improvement and innovation across systems and delivery. Contribute to joined‑up Economy & Growth delivery, including cross‑cutting programmes.Your application In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills: Experience in change/performance or commissioning within public services. Strong data analysis and dashboard reporting skills. Practical use of continuous improvement approaches. Experience with risk, assurance and audit. Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.To apply, please submit your CV and outline your experience and suitability for the role by responding to the following questions (no more than 400 words for each): Describe your experience of contributing to a key transformation project, ideally related to skills or employability provision. What was your role and what changed as a result? Describe how you have used data to generate insights and drive innovation. How did you ensure the insights you generated translated into real changes and positive outcomes? This advert will close at 23:59 on Sunday 17th May 2026, with interviews currently scheduled to take place on Monday 8th June. 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

This role has a starting salary of £61,784 per annum, based on a 36-hour working week. Are you an ambitious programme manager ready to lead the end-to-end commissioning and contract management of county-wide skills programmes? Can you lead and embed high performance in a team to ensure contracted provision improves outcomes for residents and employers? We are excited to be hiring a new Skills for Jobs Programme Manager to play a key role in discharging adult education functions and funding devolved from the UK Govt to Surrey County Council. The contractual base will be Woodhatch Place, Reigate. The role is hybrid with at least one day in Woodhatch (usually Tuesday), combined with regular attendance at meetings, workshops and events across the county, which be require travel across the county. Our Offer to You 26 days' holiday, 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 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 residentsAbout the team This post sits within the Council's Economy & Growth service and plays a key role in driving inclusive and sustainable growth in line with Surrey's wider economic ambitions. The service works across the organisation as One Council to deliver strategic priorities that grow the economy while ensuring no one is left behind. We provide strategic services spanning business support, innovation, skills and employment, working with partners and major employers to champion and future‑proof the county's economy. Surrey is home to 110,000 businesses, supports 1.2 million residents and contributes £50bn annually to the UK economy. Working closely with employers, providers and partners, the team delivers the Council's devolved adult education functions, aligning skills provision with pathways into work and empowering residents to achieve sustainable employment. Make a real difference to people living, learning and working in Surrey Surrey County Council is committed to ensuring residents can access the skills they need to enter, progress in and sustain meaningful employment, while employers can access the workforce they need. Through devolved adult education funding, Surrey is shaping skills and employment support around local needs to drive economic growth for all. About the role This is a high‑profile role with significant interest from senior leaders and external stakeholders. As part of the Economy & Growth team, you will lead the end‑to‑end commissioning and contract management of a county‑wide portfolio of skills programmes (including Adult Skills Fund and Skills Bootcamps) valued at over £10m per year. You will develop and deliver a Skills for Jobs delivery plan, ensuring adult skills and employability provision delivers measurable outcomes for residents and employers. You will manage a commissioning and contract management team to plan, procure, mobilise and continuously improve provision in line with economic priorities and funding requirements. The role works horizontally across the Council, contributing to shared Economy & Growth outcomes and connecting with complementary programmes such as Connect to Work and WorkWell. Key responsibilities and outcomes Lead a complex adult skills commissioning programme, delivering on time, on budget and against KPIs Manage a commissioning and contract team to drive provider performance and value for money Use data and insight to improve employment outcomes and reduce skills gaps Build strong stakeholder partnerships to support collaborative delivery Ensure robust governance, risk management and compliance across all funding and regulatory requirementsYour Application In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills: Leadership in commissioning, contracts and procurement for skills/employability programmes Experience in local or combined authorities with strong knowledge of UK skills funding Proven provider performance, financial management and grant assurance Strong data literacy to inform performance and decision‑making Excellent stakeholder influence, communication and inclusive leadershipTo apply, please submit your CV and outline your experience and suitability for the role by responding to the following questions (no more than 400 words for each): Describe your experience of designing and delivering large scale skills or employment programmes. How did you ensure the programme aligned with local labour market needs, employer demand, and strategic priorities? Describe your experience of managing a team or teams with complex contract management responsibilities. How did you ensure performance, quality, effective financial controls and compliance throughout delivery?This advert will close at 23:59 on Sunday 10th May 2026, with interviews currently scheduled for Monday 18th May. 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

This role has a starting salary of £53,713 per annum, based on a 36-hour working week. There are two positions available: one permanent role and one 24‑month fixed‑term contract. Are you ready to play a key role in the end-to-end commissioning and contract management of county-wide skills programmes? Can you excel in a high performing team to ensure contracted provision improves outcomes for residents and employers? We are excited to be hiring two Senior Commissioning and Contract Officers to play a key role in discharging adult education functions and funding devolved from the UK Govt to Surrey County Council. The contractual base will be Woodhatch Place, Reigate. The role is hybrid with at least one day in Woodhatch (usually Tuesday), combined with regular attendance at meetings, workshops and events across the county, which be require travel across the county. Our Offer to You 26 days' holiday, 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 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 residentsAbout the team This post sits within the Council's Economy & Growth service and plays a key role in driving inclusive and sustainable growth in line with Surrey's wider economic ambitions. The service works across the organisation as One Council to deliver strategic priorities that grow the economy while ensuring no one is left behind. We provide strategic services spanning business support, innovation, skills and employment, working with partners and major employers to champion and future‑proof the county's economy. Surrey is home to 110,000 businesses, supports 1.2 million residents and contributes £50bn annually to the UK economy. Working closely with employers, providers and partners, the team delivers the Council's devolved adult education functions, aligning skills provision with pathways into work and empowering residents to achieve sustainable employment. Make a real difference to people living, learning and working in Surrey Surrey County Council is committed to ensuring residents can access the skills they need to enter, progress in and sustain meaningful employment, while employers can access the workforce they need. Through devolved adult education funding, Surrey is shaping skills and employment support around local needs to drive economic growth for all. About the role This role will be central to a highly visible team with significant interest from senior political leaders, local partners and wider stakeholders. Working in the Council's Economy & Growth team, you will be responsible for managing and coordinating the commissioning and contract management cycle for skills provision across Surrey (including Adult Skills Fund and Skills Bootcamps); ensuring high quality and compliant services that provide value for money and support local economic priorities, employer demand and resident skills needs; and providing professional expertise to plan, procure, mobilise, performance‑manage and continuously improve provision. The Senior Commissioning & Contract Officers will be expected to work horizontally across Economy & Growth and other Council services, contributing to the team's collectively owned outcomes and connecting into complementary programmes such as Connect to Work and WorkWell. Key responsibilities and outcomes Commissioning and delivery of skills programmes to improve employment outcomes Contract, performance and risk management to ensure KPIs, value for money and timely delivery Stakeholder and partnership engagement across providers, employers and system partners Data‑led continuous improvement using insight to drive impact Governance, compliance and reporting, including funding, audit and safeguarding Team and horizontal working across Economy & Growth programmesYour Application In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and experience: Experience in commissioning, contract and programme management Strong understanding of procurement and performance management Ability to lead teams, manage multiple priorities and work at pace Experience within a local authority environment Confident using data, financial and performance information and working with skills providersTo apply, please submit your CV and outline your experience and suitability for the role by responding to the following questions (no more than 400 words for each): Describe your experience of commissioning skills provision. Include how you identified need, developed specifications and ensured provision met learner and labour market requirements. Describe your experience of managing complex contracts for skills provision and/or managing a team with responsibility for managing complex contracts. What was your role and how did you monitor performance, quality and compliance?This advert will close at 23:59 on Sunday 10th May 2026, with interviews currently scheduled for Tuesday 19th and Wednesday 20th May. 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

This role has a starting salary of £53,713 per annum, based on a 36-hour working week. This is a 24-month fixed-term contract. We are excited to be hiring a new Senior Change and Improvement Officer to help discharge adult education functions and funding devolved from the UK Govt to Surrey County Council. The contractual base will be Woodhatch Place, Reigate. The role is hybrid with at least one day in Woodhatch (usually Tuesday), combined with regular attendance at meetings, workshops and events across the county, which may require travel across the county. Our Offer to You 26 days' holiday, 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 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 team This post sits within the Council's Economy & Growth service and plays a key role in driving inclusive and sustainable growth in line with Surrey's wider economic ambitions. The service works across the organisation as One Council to deliver strategic priorities that grow the economy while ensuring no one is left behind. We provide strategic services spanning business support, innovation, skills and employment, working with partners and major employers to champion and future‑proof the county's economy. Surrey is home to 110,000 businesses, supports 1.2 million residents and contributes £50bn annually to the UK economy. Working closely with employers, providers and partners, the team delivers the Council's devolved adult education functions, aligning skills provision with pathways into work and empowering residents to achieve sustainable employment. Make a real difference to people living, learning and working in Surrey Surrey County Council is committed to ensuring residents can access the skills they need to enter, progress in and sustain meaningful employment, while employers can access the workforce they need. Through devolved adult education funding, Surrey is shaping skills and employment support around local needs to drive economic growth for all. About the role This is a highly visible role with significant interest from senior political leaders, local partners and wider stakeholders. Working in the Council's Economy & Growth team, you will be responsible for leading strands of the adult skills transformation strategy; driving improvements in employer engagement, provider capacity/capability, programme design and system collaboration; and co-designing skills provision to ensure Surrey's residents and employers can benefit from high quality and inclusive training opportunities. The Senior Change and Improvement Officer will be expected to work horizontally across Economy & Growth and other Council services, contributing to the team's collectively owned outcomes and helping to integrate change into complementary employment and business support programmes. Key responsibilities and outcomes Deliver skills transformation initiatives aligned to Surrey's Skills for Jobs strategy. Build effective employer, provider and stakeholder partnerships to support co‑design and engagement. Use data and insight to inform commissioning, provider development and decision‑making. Support change management and operational delivery to address skills gaps and improve outcomes. Contribute to joined‑up Economy & Growth delivery, including cross‑cutting programmes.Your application In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills: Experience delivering change and improvement in skills, employability or a similar public service area. Good understanding of adult skills, labour markets and employer demand. Ability to build effective partnerships and working relationships. Confident using data and insight to inform action. Strong communication, organisation and collaborative skills.To apply, please submit your CV and outline your experience and suitability for the role by responding to the following questions (no more than 400 words for each): Provide examples (up to three) of transformation projects/programmes you have led or contributed to. What was your role, what changed as a result and how did you sustain long‑term impact? Describe your experience of working with employers to drive a complex multi-stakeholder project or programme. What was your role and how did you ensure employer input translated into real changes in delivery and outcomes? This advert will close at 23:59 on Sunday 17th May 2026, with interviews currently scheduled to take place on Tuesday 2nd June. 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 are 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

This role has a competitive starting salary of £41,955 - £45,244 per annum for five days a week (36 hours), across 42 weeks of the year. Are you an enthusiastic qualified Speech and Language Therapist with over two years experience who would like to develop your skills in Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD) settings? We have a great opportunity to join our skilled, supportive, and solution-focused team! The South-East Surrey Speech and Language Therapy team are looking for an experienced therapist to work in one of our MLD schools. You will work as part of a small team, including Therapists and Assistants, and be supported by a Team Lead with highly specialist skills. This post will be combined with your other clinical interests, including mainstream or dysphagia work. Our Offer to You 42-week contract, working across term-time and an additional, flexible 15 days for CPD, project work and supervision activities as well as 10 weeks holiday in non-term time Belonging to a team of students, therapists and assistants led by a Therapies Manager who is an SLT Comprehensive clinical supervision programme including a buddy, 1:1 meetings with line manager, extensive in house training programme and formal external training opportunities, access to clinical effectiveness groups, case study groups and enhanced probation support, termly whole-team study days, encouragement to join and attend CEN's relating to practice Opportunities to develop management skills by taking on line management of assistants or experienced autonomous therapists (NQPs who have completed competencies) and taking students. Training and support is provided Paid RCSLT membership and HCPC fees An extensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Up to 5 days of carer's leave per year Paternity, adoption and dependants 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 resourcesAbout the Role The Speech and Language Therapy Service is part of Surrey County Council's local offer to support the special educational needs and disabilities of children and young people within mainstream schools and specialist provision. This Service is part of the Early Intervention, Prevention and Support Service in Surrey's Children, Families and Lifelong Learning Directorate, and works collaboratively with other teams such as Educational Psychology, Specialist Teachers and SEN teams. The Surrey SLT service is a large team (over 150) of both qualified Therapists and non-qualified Therapy Assistants. We have excellent supervision and CPD models plus a rolling in-house training programme; we are committed to continuous learning and development. We champion our team and one of our Therapists was voted People's Choice in the Surrey Stars Awards, receiving over 500 votes showing just how well the service is regarded in the organisation! We are a forward thinking service and were involved with the RCSLT and Reading University around the dysphagia competences linked to student placements. We aim to deliver the right support at the right time, through assessment and intervention; equipping families and professionals with the skills and resources to work together to support children with SLCN. We offer universal, targeted and specialist support for children, families, and the school workforce; working with children and young people with EHCPs and those at SEN support following Surrey's Graduated Response. We also have a specialist dysphagia service and specialist deaf service. Your main duties in the role of Specialist Speech and Language Therapist will include: Clinical decision making in conjunction with school / college staff around the level of support needed to achieve the best possible outcome for the children and young people on your defined caseload Working with Speech and Language Therapy Assistants, setting targets for the children and young people they are supporting, and monitoring of the delivery and outcomes of their work Assessment, advice and intervention for children with a range of speech, language and communication needs within your caseload. For children and young people on your caseload who are considered to have complex needs and where a joint multidisciplinary approach is essential to achieving the best outcome for these children and young people, you will be supported by your clinical team leader Supporting junior members of the team, line managing others and taking on students Contributing to and delivering training for schools and others in the teamYour Application In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our behaviours: A degree in Speech and Language Therapy with a minimum of 2 years' experience working as an SLT with completed NQP competencies Registered with the HCPC and RCSLT, and eligible to work in the UK Working knowledge of the English education system including the National Curriculum and SEND code of practice Experience of supporting and training others including newly qualified therapists, assistants, students and work experience placements Evidence of a range of evidence based interventions used to support children and young peopleSurrey has both urban and rural areas and candidates 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. An enhanced DBS 'Disclosure and Barring Service' check for regulated activity and the Children's and Adults' Barred List checks will be required for this role. To apply, we request that you submit a CV and you will be asked the following 4 questions: Are you registered with the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists (RCSLT) Do you have a minimum of two years' experience working as a Speech and Language Therapist with completed NQP competencies? Please answer 'yes' or 'no' as appropriate. If you answer 'no' please provide further details. Do you have working knowledge of the English education system including the National Curriculum and SEND code of practice? Please tell us more about this including how have you have gained this knowledge. Please briefly describe a speech and language strategy or approach that you have supported staff or children to successfully use in the classroom. How did you measure its success?The closing date for this advert is 23:59 on 07.05.2026 although we will be reviewing applications as they are received and may interview in advance of the closing date, therefore we encourage an early application. Interviews are planned for 13.05.2026. 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

This role has a starting salary of £29,498.40 per annum for working 28.8 hours per week. The full time equivalent salary is £36,873 per annum. An exciting opportunity has arisen for a driven and enthusiastic ESOL Programme Lead to lead a busy, dynamic, and growing department that delivers ESOL Skills for Life courses. The provision is delivered face-to-face during the daytime at our Camberley, Guildford, Molesey, and Sunbury Centres. We also offer remote classes in the evening. This position is specifically focused on ESOL Skills for Life, which aims to support learners' integration and practical language skills for daily living, rather than EFL (English as a Foreign Language), which is primarily focused on academic or travel purposes. This post will be based at one of our Centres and can be discussed further at interview. Travel within Surrey to our other centres and venues will be required and there will be occasional evening and weekend work. 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 Role As an ESOL Programme Lead, you will lead ESOL provision in partnership with another ESOL Programme Lead, fostering a motivated and high-performing team culture built on collaboration, accountability, and shared purpose. Through clear direction and support, you will enable tutors to deliver consistently high standards across both remote and face-to-face learning. You will also build strong operational links with Admissions and Exams to ensure accurate learner placement through effective Initial Assessment and the smooth, compliant delivery of Trinity ESOL Skills for Life examinations across Surrey. You will be responsible for line managing a team of part-time ESOL tutors. You will champion high-quality, learner-centred provision aligned with the Ofsted Education Inspection Framework and the service's Quality Framework. By leading, supporting and challenging tutors, you will drive improvements in teaching, learning and assessment, ensuring consistently positive learner outcomes. You will maintain robust quality assurance processes and ensure all provision meets awarding body requirements. Your experience of organising Trinity ESOL Skills for Life exams and implementing effective assessment practices will underpin strong learner progression and achievement. Reporting to the Skills and Employability Manager, you will contribute to the strategic planning and development of a responsive ESOL curriculum. You will shape inclusive and aspirational learning programmes that respond to local and national priorities, enabling adult learners across Surrey to develop skills, confidence and independence. With a clear focus on widening participation, you will ensure provision reaches those who need it most and supports progression into further learning, employment and community engagement. Through a commitment to continuous improvement, you will play a key role in raising aspirations, improving outcomes and delivering a meaningful, measurable impact on learners' lives. Your Application In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills: A recognised teaching qualification and substantial experience teaching ESOL Skills for Life with a strong understanding of adult learning principles Proven experience conducting or participating in formal observations of teaching and learning, aligned with the Ofsted Education Inspection Framework Demonstrated success in working within an Ofsted-regulated environment to maintain and enhance high standards of teaching, learning and learner support Excellent written and verbal communication skills, alongside strong IT proficiency to support teaching, planning and quality assurance Experience in marking and internal verification (IV) of vocational qualifications, ensuring compliance with awarding body standards and supporting learner achievementSurrey has both urban and rural areas and 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. To apply, we request that you submit a CV and you will be asked the following 4 questions: Please describe your experience teaching adults in ESOL Skills for Life. Include details of the types of learners you have taught and the outcomes achieved. Tell us about your experience of planning, developing and managing learning programme(s) in ESOL Skills for Life. Include how you ensured the programme(s) met learner needs and organisational targets. What was the impact of your approach? Tell us about your experience of and observing teaching, learning and assessment. Please include strategies you have used to support tutors to improve their delivery and the result. Describe how you have led or supported a team of tutors, learning assistants or volunteers to deliver high quality adult education provision. How did you ensure the provision was responsive to learner needs and aligned with post-19 learning priorities? The job advert closes at 23:59 on Sunday 7th June 2026 with interviews planned to follow on Thursday 11th June 2026. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our learners and expect all staff to share this commitment. A DBS 'Disclosure and Barring Service' check is required for this role and will be discussed further at interview. Online searches may be carried out on applicants who are shortlisted for interview. 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

This role has a starting salary of £53,713 per annum, based on a 36 hour working week. This is a fixed term contract or internal secondment until 31/03/2027. This is a unique opportunity to shape Surrey's economy and the wider South East region. Join our dedicated Economy and Growth Team and make a meaningful impact on businesses and residents. If you're a strategic thinker with strong organisational and workforce development expertise, passionate about supporting business growth and innovation, we encourage you to apply. This role will work remotely, visiting businesses in your caseload with regular travel across the region. There may be scope for individual Organisation and Workforce Development Advisors (OWDAs) to concentrate the majority of activity within a broad geographical area of the South East (e.g. west or east). Our Offer to You 26 days' holiday, 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 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 dependants leave Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for health and wellbeing Access to a comprehensive learning and development hub Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residentsAbout the Team The Economy & Growth team is focused on sustainable economic development across Surrey, working collaboratively as 'One Council' to deliver strategic priorities that benefit the county's 1.2 million residents. We provide valued services in business support, innovation, skills, and place‑based development, working with major employers such as Amazon, Asahi, WWF‑UK, Samsung and McLaren. Surrey is home to 110,000 businesses and contributes £50 billion annually to the UK economy. Surrey County Council is the accountable body for the Made Smarter Adoption Programme in the South East. The Programme Delivery Team is responsible for delivering the programme across a wide geography including Berkshire, Brighton, Buckinghamshire, East Sussex, Hampshire, Kent, Medway, Oxfordshire, Solent (incorporating the Isle of Wight, Portsmouth and Southampton), Surrey, and West Sussex. About the Role Surrey County Council is seeking experienced and dynamic Organisation and Workforce Development Advisors (OWDAs) to support the delivery of the innovative Made Smarter Adoption programme. These pivotal roles will directly contribute to driving strategic initiatives that enhance economic growth, foster innovation within businesses, and ensure the programme's success through collaborative partnerships. As an OWDA, you will play an essential role in delivering organisational and workforce development advice to manufacturing SMEs, supporting them to transform their business through the adoption of Industrial Digital Technologies (IDTs). You will work closely with Technology Adoption Specialists (TAS) to ensure leaders and staff are equipped to adapt to digital transformation. You will form an integral part of a remote specialist team, delivering ambitious targets at pace to support business growth across the South East network. Your Application To be considered for shortlisting, your application must clearly evidence the following skills and align with our 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

We have a great opportunity for a Social Worker to join our fantastic Adolescent Service based in Reigate. The salary range for Social Workers who have successfully completed their ASYE is £47,239 - £50,135 per annum. This is inclusive of a market supplement of £5,000. 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 Offer to You 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 WorkerAbout Us This is an exciting opportunity to be part of our Adolescent Service in Surrey, which is bringing together a range services for young people including those who go missing, are involved in gang culture and are vulnerable to exploitation, including criminal and sexual exploitation. Our team includes Social Workers and Adolescent Practitioners who are focussed on achieving positive outcomes for young people. We are committed to doing things differently through implementing a brand-new model for working with adolescents, taking into account current research and best practice. Our Progress We are proud of our recent Good Ofsted judgement, which marks a significant milestone for Surrey. In relation to our Adolescent Service the report highlights that: "The intensive and highly effective support provided to children and families by adolescent team social workers, intensive family support workers and edge of care workers enables children to remain living with their families when it is safe to do so and in their best interests." and that: "Staff are well-trained and committed, feel highly valued and are proud to work in Surrey." About the Role We are looking for enthusiastic people who want to be part of the journey to help shape services in Surrey for adolescents. You will have support from a range of teams in a central hub to compliment the work that you do. This includes Youth Justice, Missing, Edge of Care and Rapid Response, Intervention Support, Risk and Intelligence and Youth Offer. As part of the latter phase of the safeguarding adolescents model, partnership colleagues from Education, Health, Police and other agencies will join the hubs as part of the commitment towards adolescents services in Surrey. You will work with skilled, passionate, and supportive Team Managers and colleagues, looking at innovative ways to address adolescent risk outside of the home, building relationships with our families and partners so the voices of our young people are heard. If you are considering your next professional opportunity and looking for an ambitious and highly motivated employer who is continuously striving for better services for children and young people, then our Surrey Children's Services would love to hear from you. Your Application, Our Inclusive Approach In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our behaviours: Qualified Social Work degree and SWE Registration ASYE completed, within two years of qualifying UK social work experience - at least 1 year UK frontline social work experience Demonstrable skills in supporting adolescents at risk of exploitation, gang culture or other contextual safeguarding risks Experience of, or willingness to learn about, working with young people and an understanding of risk factors for adolescents Capable of working with professionalism and empathy Ability to write good quality assessments, implement contextual plans, deliver interventions and undertake court work if requiredSurrey has both urban and rural areas and qualified social 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. To apply you will need to upload your CV and answer the following questions (no more than 200 words per question): Please tell us what has motivated you to apply for this role? Please tell us about the key skills and experience you will be able to bring to this role. What in your view, are challenges that young people face today? Please tell us how you see the role supporting with them?The job advert closes at 23:59 on the 7th May 2026 with interviews to follow. Next Steps If your application is shortlisted, you will be invited to a short first round virtual interview to explore your answers to the above questions (lasting approx. 15- 20 min), If successful following this, you will be invited for an in person interview, allowing you to meet the team, check out your potential office and get a feel for what your journey might look like. 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. 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

This role has a starting salary of £61,784 per annum, based on a 36-hour working week. This is a 24-month fixed-term contract. We are excited to be hiring a new Skills for Jobs Development Lead to play a key role in discharging adult education functions and funding devolved from the UK Govt to Surrey County Council. The contractual base will be Woodhatch Place, Reigate. The role is hybrid with at least one day in Woodhatch (usually Tuesday), combined with regular attendance at meetings, workshops and events across the county, which may require travel across the county. Our Offer to You 26 days' holiday, 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 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 residentsAbout the team This post sits within the Council's Economy & Growth service and plays a key role in driving inclusive and sustainable growth in line with Surrey's wider economic ambitions. The service works across the organisation as One Council to deliver strategic priorities that grow the economy while ensuring no one is left behind. We provide strategic services spanning business support, innovation, skills and employment, working with partners and major employers to champion and future‑proof the county's economy. Surrey is home to 110,000 businesses, supports 1.2 million residents and contributes £50bn annually to the UK economy. Working closely with employers, providers and partners, the team delivers the Council's devolved adult education functions, aligning skills provision with pathways into work and empowering residents to achieve sustainable employment. Make a real difference to people living, learning and working in Surrey Surrey County Council is committed to ensuring residents can access the skills they need to enter, progress in and sustain meaningful employment, while employers can access the workforce they need. Through devolved adult education funding, Surrey is shaping skills and employment support around local needs to drive economic growth for all. About the role This is a highly visible role with significant interest from senior political leaders, local partners and wider stakeholders. Working in the Council's Economy & Growth team, you will be responsible for driving innovation, collaboration and systemic change in Surrey's skills ecosystem; developing a resilient and responsive local skills market with clear pathways and pipelines; and co-designing skills provision to ensure Surrey's residents and employers can benefit from high quality and inclusive training opportunities. The Skills for Jobs Development Lead will be expected to work horizontally across Economy & Growth and other Council services, contributing to the team's collectively owned outcomes and helping integrate change into complementary employment and business support programmes. Key responsibilities and outcomes Lead the development and delivery of a countywide Skills for Jobs strategy, driving system change and informing commissioning. Shape a responsive skills market by strengthening provider capacity, aligning provision with employer demand, and targeting priority sectors and gaps. Build and sustain senior employer and stakeholder partnerships to co-design skills provision and unlock co‑funding opportunities. Embed best practice, insight and performance management across programmes, ensuring measurable improvements for residents and employers. Enable joined-up working across partners and internal teams, contributing to wider Economy & Growth initiatives and overall programme success.Your application In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and experience and align with our : Senior experience in skills, employability or economic development. Proven ability to develop and deliver strategy in complex partnership settings. Experience of leading change, including co‑design with employers and providers. Strong stakeholder influence and partnership‑building skills. Excellent analytical, communication and problem‑solving capability.To apply, please submit your CV and outline your experience and suitability for the role by responding to the following questions (no more than 400 words for each): Describe your experience of leading or contributing to the transformation of a skills or employability system. What was your role, what changed as a result and how did you sustain long‑term impact? Provide examples (up to three) of how you have worked with employers and skills providers to ensure local provision met employers' needs. How did you ensure employer input translated into real changes in delivery and outcomes? This advert will close at 23:59 on Sunday 17th May 2026, with interviews currently scheduled to take place on Monday 1st June. 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 are 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

We have a great opportunity for a new Social Worker to join our fantastic Children Looked After Team based in 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 Social Workers is £42,239 - £45,135 per annum based on a 36 hour working week. 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 Offer to You We pay your Social Worker England Registration fee 28 days annual leave, rising to 31 days after 5 years' service (plus bank holidays) 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 dependants 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 Refer a friend payment of £1,000 as a thank you for finding the right Social WorkerOur Progress We are proud of our recent Good Ofsted judgement, which marks a significant milestone for Surrey. The report highlights that "Children in care have trusting and positive relationships with their Social Workers. Social Workers use creative life-story work to help children understand the reasons why they are in care." And "Staff are well-trained and committed, feel highly valued and are proud to work in Surrey." If you are considering your next professional opportunity and looking for an ambitious and highly motivated employer who is continuously striving for better services for children and young people, then our Surrey Children's Services would love to hear from you. About working with Children Looked After As a member in the Children Looked After Team, your role will be to support children living with relatives, friends or foster families and perspective adopters or older children living in children's homes and semi-independent units. You will build sustainable relationships with them and plan for their permanence. You will be responsible for ensuring their safety and support them take the necessary steps towards independence. Through regular visits, assessments and reviewing their Care Plan, you will nurture and develop meaningful relationships with these children and young people; understand and interpret their wishes; and champion and support them to reach their full potential. Occasionally, you will be required to prepare reports and attend court. You will be supported in this challenging role with regular supervision and consultations with our Mental Health Focussed Social Worker. You will also find support by working alongside other social workers, family support workers and partnership organisations such as: Health Services, Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (New Leaf), Independent Reviewing officers and carers. Supporting You In Surrey, you will have a sense of belonging within your individual team but also the wider service areas and directorate. You will receive high quality supervision, as there is a firm commitment towards dedicating time that focusses on the work you do with children and families, to enable you to work creatively and holistically with a child centred approach. You will also be supported in your career development by your management team and our Surrey Children's Service Academy, which currently has over 60 courses available and offers a bespoke learning programme so you can be at the forefront of best practice, providing you with support and a clear pathway to achieve your future aspirations. Modules such as motivational interviewing and our total respect course allow you to feel empowered in having essential conversations whilst still ensuring a child centred approach to your practice. Your Application, Our Inclusive Approach In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our behaviours: Qualified Social Work degree and SWE Registration Car driver with a valid UK license ASYE completed, within two years of qualifying UK social work experience - at least 1 year UK frontline social work experienceTo apply you will need to upload your CV and answer the following questions: Please tell us what has motivated you to apply for this role? Please tell us about the key skills and experience you will be able to bring to this role. Please tell us about an example that demonstrates how you have built long lasting relationships with children.The job advert closes at 23:59 on the 8th May 2026 with interviews to follow. 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 knowing what topics will be covered during the process, allowing you to focus and confidently discuss your valuable skills and experiences. 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

This permanent role has a starting salary of £61, 954 per annum, based on a 36-hour working week. We also offer a financial package of up to £6,000 to new permanent, Independent Chairs and Service Coordinators (These are subject to tax and national insurance deductions and paid pro rata if you are part time). We support hybrid working with the right balance. We come together in person for 2 days per week on average (40% of the working week) and support working from home the rest of the time. The office base for this role is in Reigate. We have a great opportunity to join our South East Independent Reviewing Service as the Service Coordinator who line manages the Independent Chairs who undertake dual role of both Child Protection Chair and Independent Reviewing Officer responsibilities. Our Offer to You 26 days' holiday, 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 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 Team The Independent Reviewing Service currently sits within the Quality, Practice, Relationships, and Support (QPRS) Division of Children Services. Consistency of practice is managed within a team of four Service Coordinators each based at a main office location across Surrey, with an overall service of 30 IROs and CPCs ensuring that all aspects of Child Protection/IRO statutory guidance is well implemented across the department and amongst partner agencies. Due to Family First Partnership Programme and the likely changes this will bring, this dual role is likely to split, and if so, you will likely line manage specialist roles of either Child Protection Chairs (CPCs) or Independent Reviewing Officers (IROs) About the Role In the role of Service Coordinator for the Independent Reviewing Service, you will offer the management oversight and supervision for a team of approximately eight CPC/IROs who currently have a mixed workload of Child Protection and Looked After Children. As Service Coordinator you will have oversight for ensuring that each child has a comprehensive care plan that meets their needs in line with an agreed timescale and within relevant statutory and departmental policies. The role will also carry various quality assurance functions in relation to departmental and inter-agency casework practice with the aim of ensuring consistency of practice. The Council is invested in training staff in the 'family safeguarding model', motivational interviewing, 'Safe and Together' as well as investing in support to develop systems thinking in practice in Surrey. Your development will be supported by regular supervision, performance conversations as well as a range of coaching, e-learning and other reflection and learning opportunities. Your Application In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following experience and skills and align with our : Experience of strategic management with an in-depth knowledge of national legislation and policy agenda for children services An ability to provide operational guidance and decision making with in depth knowledge and experience of child protection and Looked After processes Be Social Work England registered Hold a Social Work degreeBefore submitting your application, we recommend you read the job description & Our to get an insight into working at Surrey. To apply, we request that you submit a CV and you will be asked to respond to our 4 application questions. You will be asked to do a presentation also for the interview, with the topic to be sent to you if shortlisted. Surrey's Children's Service keeps on improving and with children at the heart of everything we do, we share a passion, desire and commitment to become a high performing local authority and ultimately be recognised by Ofsted as Good and then Outstanding. We understand that the key to our success is our motivated and supported workforce who share our values and commitment to improving the lives of children in Surrey. Contact us 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 Linde Webber by e-mail at The job advert closes at 23:59 on 17/05/2026 with interviews provisionally planned for Friday 22/05/2026 in person at Woodhatch, Reigate. 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 also need to have the willingness and ability to travel around the county to meet the demands of 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

The starting salary for this role is £36,873 per annum based on a 36-hour working week. Are you a great communicator and influencer who is comfortable working in a technology environment? Are you familiar with IT Service Management practices? We are looking for a solution-focused and pragmatic Change Co-ordinator in our IT & Digital Service Transition team. Your designated office base will be Woodhatch Place, Reigate but you will often find our team members working from home or in a range of council locations, thanks to our hybrid and flexible working offer. Our Offer to You 26 days' holiday, 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 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 dependants leave an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing learning and development hub with 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 residentsAbout the Role IT & Digital is an inclusive and collaborative service that thrives on solving business challenges through innovative thinking and impactful delivery of new and emerging technologies. We are driving ahead with automation projects, business transformation and data insight, among other things - all of which generates changes to Surrey County Council's infrastructure, business applications and end user digital tools. In our team you will learn something new every day and come into contact with lots of different people, services and technologies. You will become the local change expert and 'critical friend' to project managers, technical leads, business stakeholders and suppliers/partners, helping to ensure that IT changes are introduced to our environment safely and without disruption to essential local services. You will do this by: Managing the throughput of change requests, following standardised methods and procedures - such as workflows and process gateways Checking that changes are compliant with standards, for example IT & Digital security, technical and architectural standards Assisting with the smooth transition of Project and large scale work into the business as usual arena Using your interpersonal and influencing skills to promote the services and support our team offers, and working with colleagues to design and implement improvements Exercising attention to detail and proactively learning about the IT environment in which changes are implemented Using your knowledge of Microsoft 365 tools to help you collaborate and communicate effectively.As Change Co-ordinator, you will be part of IT & Digital's Architecture, Transition and PPM Service which plans and assures roadmaps and strategies for IT systems so that when systems are introduced, updated or replaced, the council remains secure and resilient. Working across projects, we support our business through periods of change, ensuring that solutions, delivery and service-readiness adhere to the highest IT standards. This is a fantastic opportunity to take your next step in IT, knowing that you will gain experience across a wide range of council services and projects. When you are ready to progress further still, IT & Digital has many possible follow-on roles, all of them supporting the delivery of excellent services to the residents and visitors of Surrey County Council. Your Application In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our behaviours: Proven written and oral communication and interpersonal skills with good negotiation and influencing skills. Ability to work collaboratively with internal and external partners/professionals. Ability to understand, meet and exceed customer expectations. Ability to work on your own initiative, with solution focused problem-solving skills.To apply, we request that you submit a CV and you will be asked the following four questions: What is your understanding of how change is governed in local government? How has your role supported this governance in practice? Describe your experience of assessing a proposed change within a local government or public sector environment. How did you determine the level of risk, impact, and urgency of the change? Give an example of how you have supported communication and stakeholder engagement during a significant change. How did you ensure services, users, and partners were appropriately informed and impacts minimised? Describe how you have monitored the outcome of a change after implementation. What measures did you use to determine success, and how were lessons learned captured and applied?Before submitting your application, we recommend you read the job description and our Life at Surrey handbook to get an insight into working at Surrey. Contact Us 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. The job advert closes at 23:59 on 20/05/2026 with interviews planned to follow. We look forward to receiving your application, please click on the apply online button below to submit. 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! Please see more information on our website. 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

We have a great opportunity for a Senior Social Worker to join our Children with Disabilities Team based in 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 Senior Social Workers is £47,884- £51,175 per annum. 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 Offer to You We pay your Social Worker England Registration fee Access to bespoke learning programmes via our dedicated Children's Services Academy to empower and enrich your practice 28 days annual leave, rising to 30 days after 5 years' service (plus bank holidays) 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 dependants 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 Refer a friend payment of £1,000 as a thank you for finding the right Social WorkerOur Progress We are proud of our recent Good Ofsted judgement, which marks a significant milestone for Surrey. In relation to our Children With Disabilities service the report highlighted that "Social workers offer children and their families a wide range of interventions, aligned to their complex and unique needs. Workers know the children they are working with very well and are keen for them to achieve to their full potential" and that "Staff are well-trained and committed, feel highly valued and are proud to work in Surrey." About working in the Children with Disability Service You will be joining a service with a stable and committed leadership team where significant improvements have been made- we are going from strength to strength! We are working closely with our parents and families to understand how we can improve the service and learn from their experiences of us. Our Children with Disabilities (CWD) service is committed to achieving the best outcomes for children and young people, maximising their opportunities. We are committed to working in partnership with families and take account of the needs of the whole family. We work closely with our colleagues in adult services to try to ensure a smooth transition into adulthood. We believe strongly in the importance of building positive and consistent relationships between the families we work with and social workers, and with the multidisciplinary team. We work closely with colleagues in family safeguarding and the looked after children service. In Surrey, you will have a sense of belonging within your individual team but also the wider service areas and directorate. You will receive high quality supervision, as there is a firm commitment towards dedicating time that focusses on the work you do with children and families. You will be empowered to work creatively and holistically in providing support and protection to children whilst also paying attention to your wellbeing and career development. Wherever you are in your career journey, Surrey is committed to supporting and nurturing you so that you can be the best version of yourself. Your Application, Our Inclusive Approach In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our behaviours: Qualified Social Work degree and SWE Registration Car driver with a valid UK license ASYE completed, within two years of qualifying UK social work experience Three years post-qualified experienceSurrey has both urban and rural areas and 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 you will need to upload your CV and answer the following questions (no more than 200 words per question): Please tell us what has motivated you to apply for this role? Please tell us about the key skills and experience you will be able to bring to this role. A social worker in the Children With Disabilities Team may work with children for a Child and Family Assessment, Children In Need, Child Protection, Looked After Children and Proceedings. Given the array of skills needed, please tell us about your experience in these areas and how you would manage with this range of processes?The job advert closes at 23:59 on the 10.05.2026 with interviews to follow. If your application is shortlisted, you will be invited to a short virtual call to explore your answers to the application questions (lasting approx. 15- 20 mins). If successful following this, you will be invited for an in-person interview, allowing you to meet the team, check out your potential office and get a feel for what your journey might look like. 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. 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

The salary range for this role is £ £90,363 - £101,581 per annum based on a 36-hour working week. We are looking for an Assistant Director IT Service Delivery to join our IT & Digital team. This is a rare opportunity to shape the future of IT and Digital services at scale. Your designated office base will be Woodhatch Place, Reigate but you will often find our team members working from home or in a range of council locations, thanks to our hybrid and flexible working offer. Our Offer to You 26 days' holiday, 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 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 dependants leave an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing learning and development hub with 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 residentsAbout the Role As Assistant Director IT Service Delivery, you will lead mission‑critical technology services that underpin everything the organisation does, influencing how services are delivered to residents, partners and colleagues every day. Reporting to the Chief Digital, Data & Technology Officer, this role sits at the heart of strategic decision‑making, with real authority to drive resilience, transformation and innovation across a complex digital landscape. The role leads overall IT Service Delivery, with direct line management of senior service managers and leadership responsibility for around 60 staff alongside contractor and supplier resources. Accountable for culture, capability and future leadership development, the post holder sets direction across a complex, multi‑supplier environment, ensuring reliable, high‑quality services and a strong user experience. Working closely with senior leaders, the role translates digital strategy into effective operations, owning critical services, suppliers and budgets, while delivering key priorities including the IT Service Management tool replacement, stabilising the standalone service delivery model, improving commercial outcomes, and strengthening service continuity, cyber resilience and disaster recovery capability. In this role, your impact will be organisation‑wide and highly visible. You will shape how technology enables modern public services, influence major investment decisions, and build resilient digital foundations for the future. This is a chance to lead at scale, improve outcomes for residents and staff, and leave a lasting legacy in public service delivery. Your application In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills: Strategic leadership experience in IT or Digital service delivery. Strong knowledge of IT Service Management and supplier environments. Proven people leadership and experience managing significant budgets and contracts. Ability to lead change, engage senior stakeholders and champion inclusive public service values. To apply, we request that you submit a CV and you will be asked the following 3 questions: Please describe your experience of leading IT or Digital service delivery within a complex organisation, including your approach to performance and continuous improvement. Provide an example of where you have led significant change or improvement in technology services and the impact this had on users and the organisation. Describe your leadership style and how you build high‑performing, inclusive teams while developing future capability and talent.The job advert closes at 23:59 on 24/05/2026 with interviews planned to follow. 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

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