Field Advisor

Field Advisor

Location: Astolat, Coniers Way, Guildford, Surrey, GU4 7HL

Salary: £30,107- £31,517 (Full Time Equivalent)

Vacancy Type: Full-time role (36 hours per week) - Job share approaches welcome

Do you feel passionate about ensuring that unpaid carers feel heard, valued and supported?

Do you thrive on working independently in the community, managing your own caseload?

Are you excited by working as an advocate for carers to help them access funding, services, and their rights? 

If so, you may be the Field Advisor we’re looking for — helping carers across Surrey feel connected, empowered and valued.

The Details

• The role is available on a full time basis and will include some evening and weekend work. Job share approaches are welcome.
• A driving licence and access to a car are essential, as the role involves travel across Surrey working in the community or carers’ homes
• You’ll work within a team who work flexibly across evenings and weekends, ensuring accessibility for carers around work commitments and family responsibilities
• You’ll be reporting to our Advice & Guidance Manager, working closely with the Carer Compass leadership team.

Why Work With Us

At Action for Carers Surrey, we’re committed to creating a supportive, inclusive environment where every colleague can thrive. Our benefits reflect our values of Focus, Inclusion, Respect and Excellence, ensuring you feel appreciated and empowered in both your work and personal life.

Our Benefits Include:

• Generous annual leave – 28 days plus Bank Holidays for full‑time colleagues, rising to 31 days with length of service.
• Company sick pay from day one, because your wellbeing matters.
• Paid carers’ leave, recognising and supporting those with caring responsibilities.
• Paid volunteering leave – up to two days a year to support a cause that matters to you.
• A paid personal celebration day to mark something meaningful — a birthday, family milestone, or special occasion.
• HSF – Health Saturday Fund membership, offering private healthcare support, Perkbox discounts and rewards, and an employee assistance programme.
• Flu jab reimbursement scheme to support your health and wellbeing.
• Employee payroll loan for help with unexpected expenses.
• Pension scheme with Smart Pensions, supporting your future financial security.
• Investment in bringing people together, including an annual employee conference and a summer social event to connect, collaborate and celebrate our collective impact.
• Staff carers group, offering connection, understanding and peer support.

To Apply

If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Action for Carers, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.

the deadline for applications is 10am on Friday 24th April.

Depending on the volume of applications received, telephone screening may take place between Tuesday 28th April and Thursday 30th April 2026.

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend aninterview at our offices in Guildford, Surrey.  Interviews will be held between Tuesday 5th and Thursday 7th May 2026, and applicants should ensure they are available on at least one of these dates.