Independence and Wellbeing Practitioner (Redeployment 22486)

• Suffolk County Council
• Address: Endeavour House Ipswich IP1 2BX - Hybrid working
• Salary: 28598 per annum (pro rata)
• Hours: 18.5 flexible working options available
• Contract: Permanent

As a modern flexible and effective organisation were driven to make a positive difference to the environment the communities we serve and the careers of our people. Thats why when you join us as an Independence and Well-being Practitioner youll be encouraged to share your fresh thinking and empowered to explore new ideas that will shape and improve our services as well as your career.

Reimagine the possibilities.

Your role and responsibilities

• Be part of the IWS Ipswich and East Team located at Endeavour House in Ipswich
• Hold a caseload which will include complex and challenging work supporting the residents of Suffolk
• Undertake home visits when required and provide detailed information and advice in supporting people to remain independent and safe in their own homes
• Liaise with other professionals as required
• To work within budgetary restraints to achieve value for money for customers carers and the service
• To develop skills under the guidance of Social Workers to recognise and work effectively with complex social situations which may include Adult Safeguarding.
• To develop skills under the guidance of Occupational Therapists to assess functional ability with an emphasis on reablement and develop clinical reasoning skills to advise on Daily Living Equipment and adaptations.
• Champion the use of Assistive Technology including the Digital Care solutions.
• Support the triage of new referrals

You will need

• A good standard of literacy and numeracy
• A good standard of IT skills including use of databases and case recording systems
• Experience of working with people within social care/health settings - either statutory voluntary or charity
• Experience of person-centred work
• Basic understanding of Adult Social Care services
• A keen focus on preventative social care and have a creative mindset in achieving good outcomes
• An understanding of risk assessments
• The ability to work independently as well as part of a team
• A willingness to develop your career
• Excellent communication skills and an awareness and understanding of peoples emotions and reactions

You can view a full list of requirements in theJob and Person Profile (Word).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.

The team

The Independence and Well-being Service (IWS) is the front door Social Work team working alongside Customer First to offer robust advice information equipment digital care aids at the earliest point of an individuals journey into Adult Social Care. There are three IWS teams in Adult Social Care located in Waveney West Suffolk and Ipswich.

IWS work involves but is not limited to;

• Arranging reablement services
• Undertaking short term assessments
• Mental capacity assessments
• Home visits where appropriate
• Commissioning services
• Reviewing support

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 Suzan Galip IWS Team Manager (she/her) for a casual conversation. You can reach them by calling or emailing

How to apply

Step 1 -Read the Job and Person Profile (Word).

Step 2 -You complete a statement using the template outlining how you meet the JPP criteria and why you would be best placed for this job

Step 3 -Upload asupporting statementindicatinghow you meet each of the criteria in the Person Profile sectionof theJPP.

• You should use theSupporting Statement template.
• Please use Arial font size 11 and keep your statement to a maximum of two sides of A4.

For guidance on completing your application please see our How to Apply page.

We value authentic applications that showcase your genuine skills and experiences so we encourage you to present your own work and ideas throughout the process. You can also read our Using AI in Your Application and Interview guidanceto understand acceptable and unacceptable use of AI. If AI is used inappropriately your application may not be progressed.

Do you need any reasonable adjustments to help you to apply If you are disabled and/or have additional support needs you can request reasonable adjustments. You can do this by contacting our Recruitment Team ator. You can find examples of possible adjustments on our Reasonable Adjustment pages. If youre invited to the next stage youll have another chance to request adjustments.

Closing date:11.30pm 16 March 2026

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