Independence and Wellbeing Practitioner

SUFFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL; Chilton; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in England is seeking an Independence and Wellbeing Practitioner to support adults in achieving independence. You will conduct assessments, develop tailored support plans, and collaborate with various professionals to deliver integrated care. This role requires strong communication, flexibility, and resilience under pressure. Additionally, the position offers benefits like up to 29 days annual leave and a competitive pension scheme.

Benefits

Up to 29 days annual leave

Local Government Pension Scheme membership

Health and wellbeing benefits

Career development opportunities

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills to build relationships with customers and professionals.
• Flexibility to adapt in urgent situations to meet team priorities.
• Resilience when working under pressure with a solution-focused attitude.

Responsibilities

• Conduct asset-based assessments and reviews with individuals.
• Develop and implement tailored support plans for customers.
• Collaborate with social work teams and health professionals.
• Maintain accurate records to meet performance requirements.
• Empower customers with advice on rights and available options.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Flexibility to respond to urgent situations

Resilience and positive attitude

Job description

As an Independence and Wellbeing Practitioner, you will play a key role in supporting adults to achieve and maintain their independence and wellbeing. You will:

Job Responsibilities

• work directly with individuals to carry out asset-based assessments and reviews, identifying personalised solutions that promote independence and quality of life
• encourage creative thinking and solution‑finding to ensure good outcomes for the people we work with
• act as a trusted assessor, providing expert advice on daily living equipment, adaptations, assistive technology, and digital care solutions, with a strong focus on reablement
• develop, implement, and review enablement and support plans, ensuring each customer receives tailored support that meets their unique needs and circumstances
• offer clear financial and benefit advice, working within budgetary guidelines to ensure value for money for both customers and the service
• empower customers and carers by advising them on their rights, available options, and support networks, enabling informed decision‑making about their future
• collaborate closely with social work teams, health professionals, and voluntary sector partners to deliver integrated, joined‑up care
• maintain accurate and timely records, contributing to departmental and government performance requirements
• share knowledge and best practice with colleagues, supporting team development and participating in team duties such as rotas, meetings, and training.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• strong communication skills to build positive relationships with customers, families, advocates, and professionals
• the flexibility to respond to urgent situations and contribute to team priorities as they arise
• resilience and a positive, solution‑focused attitude when working under pressure.

Application Requirements

• Step 3 – Upload a supporting statement indicating how you meet each of the criteria in the 'Person Profile' section of the JPP.
• You should use the Supporting Statement template.
• Please use Arial font size 11 and keep your statement to a maximum of two sides of A4.

Benefits

• 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

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.

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