Healthy Child Practitioner (Redeployment 23700)

• Suffolk County Council
• Address: Mildenhall Hub Mildenhall Suffolk IP28 7JX community based working
• Salary: 28598 per annum (pro rata for part time)
• Hours: 37 hours per week flexible working options available
• Contract: Permanent

This advert is open to current redeployment Suffolk County Council staff only

At Suffolk County Council were focused on making a meaningful difference to communities across Suffolk. How By listening to our people learning from what they say and creating a culture of mutual respect where everyone works together to achieve great things. As a Healthy Child Practitioner youll be as keen to collaborate and build a bright future as we are. So to make a positive impact connect with us and connect with a fantastic career.

Reimagine the possibilities

Your role and responsibilities

As a Healthy Child Practitioner you will work directly with children and families to support their social emotional physical and developmental wellbeing. You will deliver both universal and targeted support through home visiting group work and partnership working.

You will:

• work with families using the Signs of Safety and Wellbeing framework
• deliver aspects of the Healthy Child Programme and Childrens Centre services
• support parents to build strong attachments and positive relationships with their children
• undertake developmental assessments and contribute to planning and evaluating interventions
• identify early need and provide timely support or referrals
• work collaboratively with multi-agency partners to improve outcomes
• promote school readiness including speech language and communication development
• maintain accurate records and contribute to service quality assurance
• support safeguarding by recognising and responding to risks appropriately

This role offers the chance to make a real difference by helping families thrive and building stronger communities.

This role is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

You will need

Were looking for a motivated and compassionate individual who is passionate about improving outcomes for children and families.

You will bring:

• a Level 3 qualification in Early Years (or equivalent experience)
• experience of working with children (particularly under 5s) and families
• knowledge of child development attachment and early intervention
• experience of multi-agency working and partnership collaboration
• strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships
• ability to recognise and respond to safeguarding concerns
• good organisational skills and the ability to manage a varied workload
• a commitment to continuous learning and reflective practice

If you dont meet every requirement but feel you have relevant experience and passion we encourage you to apply. You can view a full list of requirements in theJob and Person Profile see the how to apply section below.

The team

Suffolks Health (019) and Childrens Centres provide universal and targeted support for children young people and families. Our services focus on early intervention and prevention ensuring children have the best start in life while reducing inequalities and supporting family resilience.

In Forest Heath you will join a supportive collaborative team dedicated to making a meaningful difference in local communities.

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 Samantha Whiteman for a casual conversation. You can contact them by calling or emailing

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 (Word).

1. Tell me about a time you worked directly with children or families to support a childs development. What approach did you take and what was the outcome

2. Give an example of how you have supported parents to build a positive relationship with their child and improve outcomes for the family

3. Describe a situation where you had to manage a safeguarding concern. How did you recognise the risk and what steps did you take

4. Describe how you have engaged with families from diverse backgrounds or with different needs. How did you ensure your approach was inclusive and effective

5. Tell me about a time you had to prioritise a number of tasks or cases. How did you manage your workload and meet deadlines

Step 4 -Upload a CV (without name and personal details).

Please note:Without a supporting statement and CV your interest will not be progressed. Any supporting documents must be in either PDF or MS Word format.

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

Planning to use Artificial Intelligence (AI) Please ensure your application still reflects your own skills experience and ideas. If used inappropriately your application may not be processed. Please read ourguidance for using AI to understand whats acceptable.

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 ourReasonable Adjustment pages.

Closing date:11.30pm 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