Independence and Wellbeing Practitioner


Company:	Suffolk County Council
Salary:	from £29,542 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Woodbridge, IP12 1QT
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	22 Oct 2026
Closing date:	5 Nov 2026

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Summary

- Suffolk County Council

- Address: Riduna Park, Woodbridge, Suffolk, IP12 1QT - Hybrid

- Salary:£29,542 per annum(pro rata for part time) 

- Hours: 37 hours per week, flexible working options available

- Contract: Permanent

A fantastic opportunity has arisen to join Suffolk County Council's Ipswich and East Home First Team as an Independence and Wellbeing Practitioner, based at Riduna Park, Woodbridge. This is a varied and rewarding role where you'll work alongside adults, their families, and partner organisations to promote independence, wellbeing, and positive outcomes. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy building meaningful relationships, and are passionate about helping people remain independent in their own homes, we'd love to hear from you.

Reimagine the possibilities.

Your role and responsibilities 

As an Independence and Wellbeing Practitioner, you will work collaboratively with customers, their families, carers, and partner organisations to deliver personalised support that promotes independence and wellbeing.

In this role, you will:

- Support adults to achieve their goals and maximise their independence through a strengths-based approach.

- Complete assessments, reviews, and support plans that deliver personalised outcomes.

- Work collaboratively with families, carers, health professionals, and partner organisations.

- Respond effectively to changing priorities while maintaining a high standard of service.

- Promote independence, wellbeing, dignity, and choice for the people of Suffolk.

You will need

We're looking for someone who has:

- Excellent communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with customers, families, advocates, and partner professionals.

- The flexibility and energy to respond effectively to urgent and changing priorities.

- Resilience, a positive outlook, and the ability to remain calm under pressure.

- A commitment to delivering high-quality, person-centred support.

You can view a full list of requirements in the Job 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 don't meet all requirements, still apply. We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application. 

The team

The Home First team provides short-term reablement care and support to adults living in their own homes across Suffolk. We focus on helping people regain confidence, develop daily living skills, and maintain their independence following illness, injury, or a change in circumstances.

Working as part of a supportive multidisciplinary team, you'll play a key role in helping people achieve the outcomes that matter most to them while supporting the integration of health and social care services across the county.

Empowering Everyone 

We’re big believers in potential, possibility and the power of different ideas. We’re 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 Rachael Nunn for a casual conversation. You can reach them by calling 01473 263469. 

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 a supporting statement answering the following questions below (no more than 400 words per question). You should use the Supporting Statement template (Word).

1. Please describe a time when you worked with an individual to identify their strengths, needs, and goals. What approach did you take and what was the outcome?

2. Describe a time when you had to manage competing priorities or respond to urgent work. How did you organise your workload and ensure a high-quality service was maintained?

3. Tell us about a time when you had to explain complex information, advice, or options to a customer, family member, or professional. How did you ensure they understood the information

provided?

4. Give an example of when you demonstrated resilience in a challenging situation. How did you remain positive and professional, and what did you learn from the experience?

Please note: Without a supporting statement, 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 our How 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 our guidance for using AI to understand what’s 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 at recruitment@suffolk.gov.uk  or 03456 014412. You can find examples of possible adjustments on our Reasonable Adjustment pages.

Closing date: 11.30pm, 5 November 2026.

Interview date: 19 and 20 November at Beacon House, Ipswich.

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 

As a modern and effective council, we offer a wide variety of careers to suit people with a range of skills, abilities and ambitions. We offer working options that flex to reflect the way people work today and take the time to understand and support your individual needs. We’re driven to make a positive difference to the world around us and encourage everyone with drive and focus to join us and build an influential and impactful career. Reimagine the possibilities.

In return, you’ll enjoy:

up to 29 days annual leave entitlement (pro rata), plus UK bank holidays and two paid volunteering days

membership of a competitive Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)

travel, lifestyle, health and wellbeing benefits

performance-related annual pay progression, in addition to an annual cost-of-living pay increase

training and encouragement to expand your knowledge

a variety of career development opportunities across our organisation

diverse and active staff networks

flexible working options, with the right to request flexible working from your first day

Plus lots more!

If you want to know more about our benefits, values and equality commitments please visit our Suffolk County Council careers website (careers.Suffolk.gov.uk).

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