Independence and Wellbeing Practitioner at Suffolk County Council

Mildenhall, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

07 Jan, 26

Salary

28598.0

Posted On

09 Oct, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Adult Social Care, Care Act, Mental Capacity Assessments, Communication Skills, Decision-Making Skills, Person-Centred Approach, Digital Care Technology, Collaboration, Community Referrals, Benefits Tracking

Industry

Government Administration

Description

Suffolk County Council Address: Mildenhall Hub, Mildenhall, Suffolk IP28 7JX - Hybrid working Salary: £28,598 per annum (pro rata for part time) Hours: 37 hours, flexible working options available Contract: Permanent As a modern, flexible and effective organisation, we’re driven to make a positive difference to the environment, the communities we serve and the careers of our people. That’s why, when you join us as an Independence and Wellbeing Practitioner, you will 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 You will be: carrying out Care Act Assessments and Mental Capacity Assessments assessing functional ability and promoting digital care technology providing advice and guidance to customers, families, and health professionals collaborating with NHS colleagues and social care teams to deliver joined-up support supporting community referrals to prevent hospital admissions managing referrals, including benefits tracking and eligibility decisions for care and support needs. You will also have the opportunity to work flexibly, including working from home. You will need We hope you’ll bring: a strong understanding of adult social care and the Care Act and other Frameworks experience working within a health or social care setting excellent communication and decision-making skills a proactive, person-centred approach to supporting independence. You can view a full list of requirements in the Job and Person Profile (Word). 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 We currently cover Mildenhall and Newmarket and have two separate Integrated Teams and work across Mildenhall, Brandon and Newmarket with our health colleagues. You will be expected to work from Newmarket sometimes. Due to the team operating across two bases and the need to engage directly with the community, travelling will be required as part of this role. 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 Susan Harriott for a casual conversation. You can reach them by calling 01284758815 or emailing susan.harriott@suffolk.gov.uk. 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. Can you describe a time when you carried out an asset-based assessment or review for an individual? How did you ensure that the outcome maximised their independence and wellbeing? Describe a time when you identified a safeguarding concern. What actions did you take and what was the result? Give an example of how you communicated complex information to a customer or group. How did you ensure your message was clear and understood? Tell us about a time when you faced pressure or challenge at work. 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 recruitment@suffolk.gov.uk or calling 03456 014412. 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, 19 October 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

Responsibilities

The Independence and Wellbeing Practitioner will carry out Care Act Assessments and Mental Capacity Assessments, assess functional ability, and promote digital care technology. They will provide advice and guidance to customers, families, and health professionals while collaborating with NHS colleagues and social care teams.