Independence and Wellbeing Practitioner

• Suffolk County Council
• Address: Hartismere Hospital Eye IP23 7DD - Hybrid
• Salary: 28598 per annum (pro rata for part time)
• Hours:37 hour per week flexible working options available
• Contract:Secondment 12 months

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 Wellbeing 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

This is a key role within the organisation located within Adult Social Care (ASC). The main purpose of this role is to work with customers to identify and deliver personalised good quality outcomes to the highest standards to support and maximise their independence and wellbeing.

This role will include working as a Trusted Assessor assessing functional ability providing advice daily living equipment adaptations assistive technology community and other resources with an emphasis on reablement and Digital Care solutions promoting and maximising independence and wellbeing.

You will work as part of area social work teams alongside colleagues and practitioners across the Health and Voluntary sector to support effective integration between health and social care ensuring systems are joined up and accessible for all our customers.

You will be expected to promote Suffolk County Councils vision objectives and priorities effectively to your customers our partners and the public and inspire others by role modelling our organisational values at all times. You will promote a culture of value for money outcome-based customer focus and continuous improvement.

You will need

A real passion for empowering people to live as independently as possible. Youll bring curiosity compassion and a problemsolving mindset to every conversation whether youre carrying out an assetbased assessment reviewing someones progress or helping them explore creative ways to meet their goals.

Youll need to feel comfortable navigating legislation and eligibility criteria and be able to explain peoples rights and options in a way that feels supportive and empowering. Sometimes youll be helping individuals and families make difficult decisions so sensitivity patience and confidence are key.

Youll take ownership of your cases working collaboratively with colleagues carers health professionals voluntary organisations and community partners. Being a great team player matters youll contribute to duty systems share learning support others and play an active role in team meetings supervision and development opportunities.

Most importantly youll bring a positive peoplecentred approach someone who listens deeply thinks creatively and genuinely wants to make a difference

You can view a full list of requirements in theJob and Person Profile (JPP) which you can find in the How to apply section towards the bottom of this advert.

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

Youll be joining an Integrated Neighbourhood Team that genuinely feels integrated - not just in name. Were colocated with our community healthcare colleagues which means we work sidebyside every day sharing ideas problemsolving together and building strong relationships that make a real difference to the people we support.

Our team is passionate about improving outcomes for local people and we thrive on creativity curiosity and a shared commitment to helping individuals stay independent for as long as possible. We celebrate each others strengths learn from one another and support each other through the challenging days as well as the rewarding ones.

If youre looking for a place where you can grow be part of a supportive multidisciplinary community and see the impact of your work every single day youll feel right at home with us.

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 ourWorkforce Equality Report.

For more information

Please contact Rebecca Bailey for a casual conversation. You can reach them by calling or emailing

If you want to apply for a secondment read the secondment policy first. Make sure you get permission from your current manager before submitting your application.

How to apply

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

Step 2 - Click Apply Now to start your online application.

Step 3 -Upload asupporting statementanswering the following questions below (no more than 400 words per question). You should use theSupporting Statement template.

1. Can you share an example of when you brought creativity or innovation into your work or adapted positively to a change in ways of working
2. Describe a time when you used a person-centred approach to support someone to maximise their independence and wellbeing.
3. Describe a situation where you were working under pressure or faced challenge or resistance. How did you remain resilient and positive

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.

Please note:Without a supporting statement your interest will not be progressed. If you require any reasonable adjustments to the application process before the next selection stage please contact our Recruitment Team by emailing or calling .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:03 June 2026 11.30pm

Interview date:10 June 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