Social Care Practitioner (Redeployment - 19420)
Social Care Practitioner (Redeployment - 19420)
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Job Description
- Suffolk County Council Countywide - Hybrid
- 27711 per annum (pro rata for part time)
- 37 hours per week - Flexible working options available
- Permanent
Are you passionate about supporting people with sensory loss to live independently and confidently
Sensing Change part of Suffolk County Councils Adult Social Care is a specialist team providing support to individuals with sight and/or hearing loss across Suffolk. We offer a range of services including social work vision rehabilitation and specialist support with a strong focus on early intervention and prevention.
We are now looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Social Care Practitioner to join our professional and supportive team. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference by using creative and person-centred approaches to help individuals maintain and enhance their independence.
Your role and responsibilities
In this role you will assess individuals with hearing loss in their own homes and provide tailored equipment and support to meet their communication and safety needs. You will play a key role in reducing isolation and promoting emotional wellbeing by helping people make the most of their residual hearing.
You will
- Assess plan and deliver equipment and support for individuals with hearing or dual sensory loss.
- Provide information advice and guidance to promote independent living.
- Work collaboratively with individuals carers families and partner organisations.
- Participate in ongoing training and development including opportunities to gain qualifications in British Sign Language.
You will need
- A good standard of education and evidence of continued professional development.
- Relevant experience in social care or a related field.
- Awareness of the needs and emotional impact of hearing and/or sight loss.
- Understanding of communication methods used with people with sensory loss (e.g. British Sign Language).
- A positive enabling approach to supporting independence and wellbeing.
- Strong organisational communication and teamworking skills.
You can view a full list of requirements in theJob and Person Profile (docx).If you believe you can succeed in this role apply. Even if you dont meet all requirements still apply. We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application.
Why Join Us
Sensing Change is a well-established passionate and experienced team. We are committed to nurturing your skills and supporting your development in this specialist area. We welcome applications from individuals with lived experience of sensory loss and look forward to welcoming you to our team.
Sensing Change is a team within Adult Social Care Suffolk County Council. We provide a range of services to people with sight and/or hearing loss throughout Suffolk which include Social Work and Assessment Vision Rehabilitation and a Support Service. The aim of our service is to focus on early intervention and prevention enabling individuals to maintain and increase their independence.
Empowering Everyone
Were big believers in potential possibility and the power of different ideas. Were always searching for ways to encourage respect and enable everyone to be the best they can be. We want to represent the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all individuals especially those from groups that are currently underrepresented in the organisation as shown in our Workforce Equality Report ().
For more information
Please contact Caroline Carr for a casual conversation. You can reach them by calling 0or emailing
How to apply
Step 1 - Read the Job and Person Profile (docx).
Step 2 - Click Apply Now to start your online application.
Step 3 - Upload a supporting statement answering the following questions below (no more than 400 words per question). You should use theSupporting Statement template.
- Tell me about a time when you were under pressure or faced a challenging situation. How did you stay resilient and maintain a positive approach
- What experience do you have with assistive technologies or digital aids for people with sensory loss How have you used these to support independence
- Give an example of how youve worked with other professionals or partner organisations to support a customer. What was your role and how did you ensure effective collaboration
Please note: Without a supporting statement your interest will not be progressed. Any supporting documents must be in either PDF or MS Word format. If you would like an adjustment to this process due to a disability please contact us at 0 or
We value authentic applications that showcase your genuine skills and experiences. Applications suspected of being generated by AI may be rejected. We ask you to present your own work and ideas throughout the application process.
If you require any reasonable adjustments to the application process before the next selection stage please contact our Recruitment Team by emailing or calling 0. If you are invited to the next stage of selection you will have another opportunity to request adjustments for the next stages of the process.
Closing date:11.30pm 22 June 2025
This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts. #LI-Hybrid
Employment Type
Full-Time
