Description Suffolk County Council – Various Locations - Community based £27,711 per annum (pro rata for part time) 37 hours per week - Flexible working options available Permanent We’re passionate about improving the future for our customers, our communities and the environment. If you are too, join us as an Independence and Wellbeing Practitioner and make a huge and meaningful impact. Your innovation and drive will help us to continue improving and evolving. Our opportunities and support will enable you to make a difference and leave a positive, lasting legacy. Reimagine the possibilities. Your role and responsibilities As a key member of our integrated health and social care network, you'll conduct asset-based assessments, provide personalised support, and deliver innovative solutions to maximise independence and wellbeing for our customers. Utilise your expertise in functional assessments, reablement techniques, and digital care solutions to create tailored support plans. If you're passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of adults in Suffolk by promoting independence, and working collaboratively in a dynamic environment, we want to hear from you. You will need excellent communication skills to convey information clearly and effectively to clients, their support networks, and fellow professionals across various disciplines a passion to contribute to the team systems for responding to urgent work to be resilient under pressure and the ability to remain positive when challenged. You can view a full list of requirements in the Job and Person Profile (docx). 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 Home First provide a short term reablement care and support service to people living in their own homes We will give you excellent support and supervision. 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 (suffolk.gov.uk). For more information Please contact Rachael Nunn for a casual conversation. You can reach them by calling 01473 263469 or emailing rachael.nunnsuffolk.gov.uk How to apply Step 1 - Read the Job and Person Profile (docx) 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 (docx). Can you describe a time when you had to assess a client's needs and develop a personalised care plan? What was your approach, and what was the outcome? Can you give an example of how you've used technology or assistive devices to help improve a client's independence and well-being? Can you share an experience where you had to deal with a difficult or resistant client? How did you approach the situation, and what was the result? Please note: Without a supporting statement, your interest will not be progressed. Any supporting documents must be in either PDF or MS Word format. If you require any reasonable adjustments to the application process before the next selection stage, please contact our Recruitment Team by emailing recruitmentsuffolk.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, 21 January 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