Total 18 job vacancies by Suffolk County Council

- Suffolk County Council – Endeavour House, Ipswich, IP1 2BX - Hybrid
- £23,114 per annum (pro rata if part time)
- 37 hrs per week - flexible working options available
- Permanent x 2 posts

At Suffolk County Council, every role is a chance to create positive change. We're not just a local authority; we're a team of dedicated individuals working together to improve lives across our diverse communities. As our new School Admissions Co-ordinator, you'll have the unique opportunity to see the direct impact of your work on the people and places that make Suffolk special. Your contributions will help build a brighter future for children and families. If you're passionate about making a real, tangible difference, it's time to reimagine your career with us. Join Suffolk County Council and turn your passion for positive change into action.

Reimagine the possibilities.

Your role and responsibilities
- you will need to be passionate about making a difference to families, getting it right first time and putting the customer at the heart of everything that you do
- have a positive approach to delivering a high standard of customer service to families, schools and other services to support the school admissions and free school meals processes, offering accurate advice by telephone, email and letter
- processing applications for school places and free school meals
- providing all customers with a prompt, courteous and knowledgeable service.

You will need
- a positive, flexible, and proactive approach with a willingness to embrace change as needed
- excellent communication and IT skills
- outstanding customer service skills with the ability to communicate with customers in a clear and sensitive manner, show empathy and resolve conflict effectively through a range of mediums including telephone, digital and written correspondence
- to be passionate about getting it right first time and putting the customer at the heart of everything that we do
- excellent organisational ability, with great time management skills allowing you to prioritise work to achieve deadlines and team objectives. 

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
- you'll be working in a busy team who are responsible for ensuring that the local authority meets its statutory duties in terms of school admissions. This includes consulting on and determining admissions arrangements and ensuring compliance across all Suffolk schools
- we are very supportive of each other and work closely together to allocate school places to children and young people to community and voluntary controlled schools ensuring that applications are handled fairly, consistently and efficiently
- we process applications for free school meals and maintain accurate data by carrying out regular audits to validate continued entitlement, communicating with parents and schools by telephone and in writing
- we practice hybrid working to provide flexible working arrangements for all and also ensure that there is regular face to face contact with other team members to provide support, training and networking opportunities.

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 Angela Davey (she/her) for a casual conversation. You can reach them by calling 01473 260978 or emailing angela.davey@suffolk.gov.uk

How to apply
Step 1 - Read the Job and Person Profile (JPP) (docx).
Step 2 - Click ‘Apply Now’ to start your online application.
Step 2 - Click ‘Apply Now’ to start your online application.
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.
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 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, 17 November 2024.


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).

- Suffolk County Council – Countywide - Community based
- MPS/UPS + SEN allowance
- Full Time (32.5 hours per week)
- Permanent

At Suffolk County Council, every role is a chance to create positive change. We're not just a local authority; we're a team of dedicated individuals working together to improve lives across our diverse communities. As our new Specialist Teacher for Vision Impairment (VI) and Multi-Sensory Impairment (MSI) you'll have the unique opportunity to see the direct impact of your work on the people and places that make Suffolk special. Your contributions will help build a brighter future for all. If you're passionate about making a real, tangible difference, it's time to reimagine your career with us. Join Suffolk County Council and turn your passion for positive change into action.
Reimagine the possibilities.

Your role and responsibilities
When you join the Vision Impairment (VI) and Multi-Sensory Impairment (MSI) Team as a specialist teacher, we’ll support your development from the start.
You will:
- support Children and Young People (CYP) and their families, as well as schools and settings to meet the needs of CYP with a vision or multi-sensory impairment
- ensure a focus on enabling and empowering school and setting-based professionals to meet the needs of their learners
- liaise with and facilitate joint working with families and with other relevant partners and agencies to review progress and to secure the learner’s success and inclusion
- work in partnership with schools and settings; modelling best practice and demonstrating and sharing a variety of resources, impactful approaches, and strategies to enable the learners’ access, progress, and inclusion
- promote inclusive classrooms through target setting, supporting school staff and delivering effective and high-quality training
- work collaboratively with the other services within the Specialist Education Services (SES) and the wider Inclusion Service.
As part of the SES, you will be responsible for managing a caseload, including attending meetings, and writing visit notes and inclusion plans. As well as working with CYP, families and professionals in schools to promote good practice, you will liaise with other teams within SES, as relevant, to raise awareness of inclusion for CYP on caseload. You will update your own knowledge and qualifications through continued professional development. You will be responsible for delivering training to schools at individual and cluster level and contribute to training at county level.

You will need to:
- be an experienced teacher (holding QTS) with experience of working with learners who have SEND, and specifically VI or MSI, although this is not essential
- evidence a commitment to continuing professional development
- have excellent interpersonal skills, working well with CYP, their families, and school staff as well as a multidisciplinary team of colleagues
- have good written communication skills for report writing and the production of training materials
- have good personal organisation skills, excellent time management and the ability to work as part of a team
- have the ability to advise and guide school staff on a range of issues relating to inclusion and provision, to meet the needs of learners with VI and MSI.
You can view a full list of requirements in theJob 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
The Sensory and Physical team offers a comprehensive range of services including Deaf Services, Vision Service, Multi-sensory Impairment Service, and support from Intervenors and Specialist LSAs. Our team comprises qualified teachers, Sensory Support Practitioners, and medical professionals with diverse experience across mainstream and specialist provisions, covering pre-school, primary, and secondary expertise. We also collaborate closely with a Habilitation Specialist as part of our extended team.
As a well-respected and friendly group, we are dedicated to supporting children and young people with vision impairments, aiming to promote their independence and sense of self. Our supportive environment fosters collaboration, knowledge sharing, and continuous professional development. Working with individuals from birth to 25 years old, we have the unique opportunity to witness and support their growth and development over time. Our work spans various settings, including educational institutions, homes, and community environments, with some time allocated for office or remote work. We are passionate about our mission and committed to providing tailored support to enable our young people to become independent adults.

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 Cathy Tatum (she/her) cathy.tatum@suffolk.gov.uk 07732 604016 or Rachel Lewis (she/her) rachel.lewis@suffolk.gov.uk 01284 741233 or 07704 017562 for a casual conversation.

How to apply
Step 1 - Read the Job and Person Profile (JPP) (docx).
Step 2 - Click ‘Apply Now’ to start your online application.
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.
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 would like an adjustment to this process due to a disability, please contact us at 03456 014412 or recruitment@suffolk.gov.uk

Closing date: 17 October 2024


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

- Suffolk County Council – Endeavour House, Ipswich IP1, 2BX - Hybrid
- £38,223 - £44,305 per annum (pro rata if part time)
- 37 hours per week - Flexible working options available
- Fixed term or Secondment for 12 months (project)

We’re focused on making a meaningful difference to communities across Suffolk. Providing managers and practitioners with the right tools and information to do their job effectively leads to improved outcomes for children in Suffolk and their families. As a SQL / BI Developer in the Children and Young People (CYP) Intelligence team you’ll be as keen to collaborate and build a bright future as we are. So, to make a positive impact, connect with us and join our team at this exciting time.
Reimagine the possibilities
Your role and responsibilities
This is a key insight and intelligence role which enables often complex data to be transformed into real intelligence for use in improving the life outcomes of young people in Suffolk. You will have relevant skills and experience to:
- create SQL queries to extract data from our Data Warehouse environments, or modify existing queries to ensure reports are kept up to date
- design user friendly Power BI dashboards as required to ensure the business has access to all relevant information required to function efficiently
- create efficient Tables and Views based on SQL queries to enable Power BI reports/dashboards to perform as efficiently as possible for the end user
- support Business Intelligence Managers with reports and data, required for statutory and non-statutory requests.

If your application is successful, you will be key in supporting the delivery of a self-service approach towards performance management

You will need
- significant quantifiable knowledge of SQL with a focus on query building for reporting
- experience in working with large complex data warehouses
- data visualisation experience with Power BI or a similar package where skills may be transferrable
- experience in working with youth justice or other statistical and qualitative information in terms of both locally and nationally produced data
- advanced use of Excel
- knowledge of statistical and analytical methods
- significant problem-solving skills and will have the ability to research and resolve issues that you will face when building reports and writing queries
- experience with Crystal Reports is desirable.

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
The CYP Intelligence hub team are a group of intelligence analysts, data specialists and system trainers who work centrally within children services, across the areas of education, early help, 0-19 services, social care and youth justice.
The role of the team is twofold; to develop understanding of data and intelligence across the business through effective oversight of local reporting, and to create the tools and technologies that assist in developing an effective evidence-led approach to service delivery for the people of Suffolk.

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 Katarina Brown (she/her) for a casual conversation. You can reach her by calling (01473) 265173 or emailing Katarina.brown@suffolk.gov.uk

If you want to apply for a secondment, read the secondment policy first. Make sure you get permission from your current manager before submitting your application.

How to apply
Step 1 - Read the Job and Person Profile (JPP) (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.
1. Can you describe a complex SQL query you've written to extract data from a data warehouse? What challenges did you face, and how did you overcome them.
2. Tell us about a time when you designed a Power BI dashboard for non-technical users. How did you ensure it was user-friendly and met their needs?
3. Tell us about a project where you had to work with multiple data sources, including external partners. How did you approach data integration, and what challenges did you face?
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.
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, 29 September 2024.
Interview date: Week commencing 7 October 2024

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).

- Suffolk County Council - Various Locations in Suffolk - Hybrid
- £32,076 per annum (rising to £34,834 per annum) (pro rata for part time)
- Plus a joining payment of £1,500
- Plus £4,000 retention payment upon successful completion of the ASYE (Assessed and Supported Year in Employment) programme
- Full time or part time hours available
- Permanent

When you join the Children and Young Peoples Service as a Newly Qualified Social Worker (NQSW), we will support your development from the start. We will help you to play to your strengths, diversify your skills and build an influential and impactful career. With a variety of career paths and learning opportunities to explore, if you are motivated and passionate there’s no limit to how far your ambition could take you.
Reimagine the possibilities.

At Suffolk County Council, we are passionate about providing the highest quality care and support to children and young people in need. That's why we are looking for flexible and highly motivated Newly Qualified Social Workers to join our teams. We believe that a healthy work-life balance is essential to providing good quality care, which is why we have created a positive environment where you will be fully supported to achieve your goals and reach your full potential during your Assessed and Support Year in Employment (ASYE).
Hear from our staff and find out more information visit: Our Social Work teams (careers.suffolk.gov.uk).
How Suffolk supports Newly Qualified Social Workers (pagetiger.com) to grow, develop and progress.

What you need
You will need a relevant social work qualification and Social Work England registration.
You can view a full list of requirements in the Job and Person Profiles, 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.

Shaping Careers and Learning
We understand that being a Newly Qualified Social Worker can be a challenging role, which is why we offer regular supervision to ensure you feel supported within your role. We also provide the necessary training to enhance your career development through our supportive career pathways programme. This way, you can be confident in your abilities and provide the best possible care to those in need.

You will have:
- the commitment and full support from our management team and colleagues within the service to ensure you achieve your goals and get the best out of your ASYE
- protected development and time for reflection, regular supervision with your Practice Manager, including ongoing CPD (Continuing Professional Development) and PDP (Personal Development Plan) to enable professional growth and a reduced caseload (from 15 cases in the first 6 months
- clinical supervision by a seasoned professional. This does not only benefit your personal wellbeing but directly affects the experience of the children and young people within our care.

Empowering Everyone
We are big believers in potential, possibility and the power of different ideas. We are 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).
To find out about our beautiful county of Suffolk and see what a wonderful place it is to live and work Welcome to Suffolk (visitsuffolk.com)
More information on what we will offer you (careers.suffolk.gov.uk).

Additional benefits
- up to 29 days annual leave plus bank holidays per annum, pro rata for part time
- an uplift of 3 additional annual leave days, pro rata for part time
- 3 protected CPD days per annum
- access to a relocation package of up to £8,000, a car leasing scheme and a welcome loan of £2,000 for all new Social Workers moving to Suffolk
- free on-site car parking in all council buildings
- flexible working options and our commitment to supporting health and wellbeing
- detailed induction programme, including mandatory Signs of Safety training
- staff networks which are open to staff, councillors and partners that share similar characteristics, life experiences, values and beliefs.

We have opportunities available for Newly Qualified Social Workers across the following teams:
- social care teams working with children subject to s17 and s47 assessment, a child in need, and child protection plans
- child in care teams working with our children in care, both children in long-term placements and subject to care proceedings.
Find out where these teams are based around Suffolk (ppt).
Locality map, to understand where our 13 social care teams are based around Suffolk (ppt).

If you have a preference in terms of a location in Suffolk, then please state this within your application form

For more information
For an informal discussion about the role/s, please email cypsocialworkenquiries@suffolk.gov.uk or contact Steve Blaney, Social Care Service Manager, by calling 07742 505342.
For further information, please visit Social Work within Children and Young Peoples Services (careers.suffolk.gov.uk)
Sponsorship for a visa may be available for current UK residents. This role is based in Suffolk.

How to apply
Step 1 - Before applying for this job, please read the Job and Person Profile (docx) and our Progression Scheme (pdf)
Step 2 - Click ‘Apply Now’ to start your online application.
Step 3 - Upload a supporting statement answering the following questions below (no more than 300 words per question). You should use the Supporting Statement template.
1. Reflect on how your placement experiences have prepared you for this Newly Qualified Social Worker role. What key skills and insights did you gain?
2. Give an example of when you had to conduct an assessment for a family during a placement. What framework did you use and how did you ensure it was thorough and child-centered?
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. Please also state in your application the role/s, location, and team you are applying for).
Closing date: 11.30pm, 30 September 2024

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 checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts. We are also committed to flexible working.
For the types of flexible or part-time working available for specific roles, please see the Job and Person Profile.
Suffolk County Council - welcoming diversity.
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).

- Suffolk County Council - Various Locations in Suffolk / Hybrid
- £34,834 - £44,305 per annum (pro rata for part time)
- Plus retention payment of up to £4,000 per year (pro rata for part time)
- Full time or part time hours available
- Permanent

Job roles available:
- Social Workers:£34,834 - £38,223 per annum, plus £4,000 annual retention payment (pro rata for part time)
- Senior Social Workers:£38,925- £44,305 per annum, plus £3,500 annual retention payment (pro rata for part time)

When you join the Children and Young Peoples Service as a Social Worker, we will support your development from the start. We will help you to play to your strengths, diversify your skills and build an influential and impactful career. With a variety of career paths and learning opportunities to explore, if you are motivated and passionate there’s no limit to how far your ambition could take you.
Reimagine the possibilities.

At Suffolk County Council, we are passionate about providing the highest quality care and support to children and young people in need. That's why we are looking for flexible and highly motivated Social Workers to join our teams. We believe that a healthy work-life balance is essential to providing good quality care, which is why we have created a positive environment where our Social Workers can thrive and achieve meaningful and impactful outcomes.

What you need
- You will need a relevant social work qualification and Social Work England registration.
- You can view a full list of requirements in the Job and Person Profiles below, 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.

Shaping Careers and Learning
We understand that being a Social Worker can be a challenging role, which is why we offer regular supervision to ensure you feel supported within your role. We also provide the necessary training to enhance your career development through our supportive career pathways programme. This way, you can be confident in your abilities and provide the best possible care to those in need.

To find out more information
- Hear from our staff about our Social Work teams (suffolkjobsdirect.org)
- Social Work within Children and Young Peoples Services (careers.suffolk.gov.uk)
To find out about our beautiful county of Suffolk and see what a wonderful place it is to live and work, please visit welcome to Suffolk (visitsuffolk.com).
Further information on what we will offer you (careers.suffolk.gov.uk).

We have opportunities available for Social Workers and Senior Social Workers across the following teams:
- Social care teams working with children subject to s17 and s47 assessment, a child in need, and child protection plans
- Child in care teams working with our children in care, both children in long-term placements and subject to care proceedings

Locality map, to understand where our 13 social care teams are based around Suffolk (ppt).
If you have a preference in terms of a location in Suffolk, then please state this within your application form.

Empowering Everyone
We are big believers in potential, possibility and the power of different ideas. We are 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).

Additional benefits
- up to 29 days annual leave plus bank holidays per annum, pro rata for part time
- an uplift of 3 additional annual leave days, pro rata for part time
- 3 protected CPD days per annum
- access to a relocation package of up to £8,000, a car leasing scheme and a welcome loan of £2,000 for all new Social Workers moving to Suffolk
- free on-site car parking in all council buildings
- flexible working options and our commitment to supporting health and wellbeing
- detailed induction programme, including mandatory Signs of Safety training
- staff networks which are open to staff, councillors and partners that share similar characteristics, life experiences, values and beliefs.

For more information
For an informal discussion about the role/s, please email: cypsocialworkenquiries@suffolk.gov.uk or contact Steve Blaney, Social Care Service Manager, by calling 07742 505342.
Sponsorship for a visa may be available for current UK residents. This role is based in Suffolk.

How to apply
Please read the Job and Person Profiles (JPP) below and our Progression Scheme (pdf) before applying for this job, by uploading your CV (Curriculum Vitae) and completing a short online application form (stating in your application the role/s, location and team you are applying for).
- Senior Social Worker JPP (docx)
- Social Worker JPP (docx)
For internal staff/ applicants only, please complete our Statement of Interest (docx) and return this by emailing: cypsocialworkenquiries@suffolk.gov.uk

Closing date: 11.30pm, 30 September 2024

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.
Suffolk County Council - welcoming diversity.
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).

- Suffolk County Council - Various locations across Suffolk
- £38,925 - £44,305 per annum (pro rata for part time)
- Plus retention payments for 2, 3 and 5 years service of £1,000, £1,500 and £2,000
- Full time and Part time hours available
- Permanent

We are recruiting countywide for Senior Social Workers in Adult Social Care.
With Suffolk, you can enjoy a great career for yourself and support vulnerable adults. We’re always looking for new ways to deliver even better services. Social Workers working with Suffolk County Council play an integral role in our preventative approach to Social Care. We encourage our multi-disciplinary teams to share their ideas and experience. We work together to get things done. Bring your positive, proactive attitude and we’ll empower you to make the most of your experience.
Reimagine the possibilities.

Senior Social Workers are passionate in demonstrating expert and effective practice in complex situations. Managing your own complex caseload, as well as supporting your colleagues with theirs, you’ll be a source of specialist advice and enable the mitigation of high levels of risk. You’ll also bring professional expertise to contribute to the development of practice standards. You will have experience in developing strong working relationships with partners, other agencies, and the voluntary sector to deliver improved outcomes.

What you will need
You’ll bring significant experience of social work, modelling good practice and providing advice and guidance in complex situations. We’re also looking for your ability to mentor both newly qualified and experienced team members. As, a subject matter expert in relevant professional practice, you should have a comprehensive understanding of current legislation, regulations, and guidance.
You’ll also need:
- to be a qualified, registered social worker and have completed your Assessed and Supported Year in Employment (ASYE)
- evidence of 2 years continued professional development and capability of practice in accordance with current professional standards
- an in-depth understanding of the financial implications of commissioned care packages
- the ability to make clear decisions, to highlight and limit potential risks associated with intervention.
- valid driving license and access to personal transport.
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.

About us
Our staff are our greatest asset and with you in our team, we can achieve the authority's priorities of enabling everyone to live long, healthy, fulfilling lives whilst safeguarding the most vulnerable people in Suffolk. All our staff are provided with Information Technology and devices to allow more flexibility in the role and access to systems like the LAS (LiquidLogic Adults' System) when working with clients.
We work to a strength-based practice model and would encourage you to apply for our roles if you think you have the same values so we can continue with this approach to help empower Suffolk residents.
In Suffolk, we're transforming how we deliver Adult Social Care through our "People at the Heart of Care" programme. This puts people at the centre of their own care choices and decisions, from initial advice to assessments and self-commissioning. Find out about our plans to transform Adult Social Care, by putting people at the heart of care (suffolk.gov.uk).

Career development
Having developed and established an excellent career development pathway we will support you in your career development and choices. To ensure we offer our staff the best opportunities to progress we offer a minimum of six protected days for Social Workers to undertake continuous professional development; ensuring that you are given sufficient time and support to maintain registration with Social Work England.

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).

To find out more information
For an informal discussion about these roles, please contact Beverly Chambers by either emailing beverly.chambers@suffolk.gov.uk or calling (01394) 605058.
Visit our Social work in Adult Social Care careers pages (careers.suffolk.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 CV (without name and personal details).
Please note: Without a CV, 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 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: 11.30 pm, 22 September 2024.

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).

- Suffolk County Council - Recruiting countywide across Suffolk
- Adult Social Worker (Grade 5): £34,834 - £38,223 per annum (pro rata for part time)
- Adult Senior Social Worker (Grade 6): £38,925 - £44,305 per annum (pro rata for part time)
- Plus retention payments for 2, 3 and 5 years service of £1,000, £1,500 and £2,000
- Full time and Part time hours available
- Permanent

Only an hour outside London, Suffolk is increasingly attracting talented people choosing a lifestyle that offers opportunities and variety.
Find out about our beautiful county of Suffolk and see what a wonderful place it is to live and work welcome to Suffolk (www.visitsuffolk.com)

We are looking to recruit qualified Social Workers and Senior Social Workers, who have a strong commitment to supporting their local communities and building links and networks for the people we work with.

We are a family-friendly organisation and we want to support you to find a work-life balance, motivating you to be the best social care professional that you can be.
We are committed to offering you flexible working options such as:

- part time hours
- permanent and temporary posts
- flexible working and hybrid working options
- retention payments for 2, 3 and 5 years service of £1,000, £1,500 and £2,000
- 6 protected days to undertake CPD (Continuing Professional Development)
- strong and diverse training offer
- supportive and experienced teams
- opportunities for development and career progression across the council
- inclusive and creative culture.

Join a service with Gold Social Work England award for Newly Qualified Social worker of the year and Silver award for our Dols Deprivation of Liberty Team.
If so, come and join us at Suffolk County Council where our staff are our greatest resource. With you in our team, we can achieve the authority’s priorities of enabling everyone to live long, healthy, fulfilling lives whilst safeguarding the most vulnerable people in Suffolk.
We are passionate about supporting you to progress your career in Suffolk and can offer you development opportunities such as Approved Mental Health Practitioner, Best Interest Assessor and Practice Educator

You will need to:
- be a qualified, registered social worker
- have completed your Assessed and Supported Year in Employment (ASYE) for grade 6 Senior Social Worker posts
- have good knowledge, understanding and experience of working with relevant legislation in practice.

Your role
You will:
- have the ability and experience to undertake innovative strengths-based assessments and care planning with individuals, carers, and their personal support networks
- also be open to change, innovative and confident with a focus on strengthening social work; be ambitious about what people can achieve and keen to explore ideas for positive outcomes.

Signs of Safety
It is an exciting time to join our Social Care Service in Suffolk; we are striving to strengthen our service so that we provide a strong, reablement-focused model for the people of Suffolk.
We promote personalisation through our practice model, Supporting Lives and Connecting Communities, and have adopted the Signs of Safety model as a foundation throughout our service- working with people and their networks using a safety, solution building and trauma-responsive approach.
This is your chance to become one of the select few Social Workers worldwide who are trained practising professionals in Signs of Safety; this will see you stand out from other Social Workers and enable you to develop and progress in your career.
For more information, visit:
- ACS introduction ( pagetiger.com)
- What is Signs of Safety? ( signsofsafety.net)

Our approach
Partnership working is strong and through joint care planning, we strive for a person-centred approach that supports people to be independent, resilient, and have choice and control.
We have strong, cohesive, and supportive management teams, who are committed to continuous professional development and have a reputation for changing services for the better.

We recruit
across our teams in Suffolk Adult Social Care:
- North Suffolk- with bases in Lowestoft and Beccles
South Waveney, Lowestoft, Flexible Care and Support and Hospital-to-Home teams

- West Suffolk- with bases in Bury St Edmunds, Mildenhall, Newmarket, Haverhill and Sudbury
Haverhill, Bury Rural, Bury Town, Mildenhall, Newmarket, Sudbury, Flexible Care and Support and Hospital-to-Home teams

- Ipswich and East Suffolk- with bases in Ipswich, Woodbridge, Leiston and Felixstowe
Ipswich West, Ipswich East, Woodbridge, Hospital Discharge to Assess, Leiston, Flexible Care and Support, Felixstowe and Optimising Care and Support teams

- Mental Health- with bases in Lowestoft, Ipswich and Bury St Edmunds
North, South, East, West, Review and Specialist Support teams

- Learning Disabilities and Autism- with bases in Lowestoft, Ipswich and Bury St Edmunds
North, South, East, West, Review and Specialist Support teams

- Independence and Wellbeing Service- with bases in Lowestoft, Bury St Edmunds and Ipswich

- Adult Safeguarding and Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH)- with bases in Ipswich
We currently have the following vacancies:
1 x Senior Social Worker - Lowestoft. Neighbourhood Team is a large and busy team working with people with a variety of complex needs and behaviours. The team work to promote independence and balance risk with safeguarding vulnerable adults, carrying out assessments under the Care Act. Including Court of Protection and S42 Investigations.
1x Social Worker – Felixstowe INT. Felixstowe Integrated Neighbourhood Team, is a small yet busy team. We are co-located and work closely with our health partners to ensure quality integrated care. We carry out a range of assessments including Care and Support Plans, Reviews and Safeguarding enquiries. Our aim is to keep People at The Heart of Care whilst promoting Independence and Wellbeing.
1 x Senior Social Worker – Waveney Mental Health. The Waveney Mental Health Social Care Team is based at Riverside in Lowestoft and comprises of a Team Manager, Senior Practitioner, Social Workers and Independence and Wellbeing Practitioners. We enable people to manage the social factors in their lives—like relationships, housing, and employment—that allow them to get well and stay well. Building resilience in individuals, their networks, and their communities.
We work closely with secondary mental health teams to work collaboratively in meeting the health and social care needs of an individual. Secondary and Primary mental health care is responsible for the treatment of a person's mental ill health, we are responsible for meeting the social care needs. We carry out the same statutory duties as any other social care team in accordance with the Care Act 2014 with some additional duties in accordance with the Mental Health Act 1983.
2 x Social Worker and 2 Senior Social Worker – Mental Health East. The Mental Health East team works with those open to Secondary Mental Health Services in the East in order to ensure all needs are met under the appropriate legislation and recovery is promoted. Friendly and supportive team with regular Mental Health Service workshops to enhance understanding and knowledge.
1 x Social Worker – Mental Health South. The Mental Health South team works with those open to Secondary Mental Health Services in Ipswich in order to ensure all needs are met under the appropriate legislation and recovery is promoted. Friendly and supportive team with regular Mental Health Service workshops to enhance understanding and knowledge.
Please note that the Hospital Teams operate a 7-day working pattern, so a weekend working rota (approximately 1 weekend per month) would apply.

Travel requirements of the role: Frequent Travel
This organisation positively encourages the use of technology to communicate and engage, but in this role, you will need to operate across a wide and rural area, so you must either hold a full and current driving licence and have access to personal transport or meet the mobility requirements of the role through other reasonable and suitable means.

For more information
To request an informal discussion about any of these roles, please email us at: acsrecruitment@suffolk.gov.uk and we will give you a call at your convenience.

Apply once and have your application considered for all Adult Social Worker jobs in Suffolk (please specify in your online application if you have a preference for the area, service or team).

Sponsorship for a Health and Care Worker visa may be available for current UK and Overseas residents.

In your application, please ensure you upload a copy of your CV when completing your online application.
- Adult Social Worker (Grade 5) Job and Person Profile (docx)
- Safeguarding Social Worker (Grade 5) Job and Person Profile (docx)
- Adult Senior Social Worker (Grade 6) Job and Person Profile (docx)
If you are considering applying for a secondment, please read the secondment policy and ensure you have sought permission to apply before completing your application.

Closing date: 11.30pm, 31 January 2024.
We will interview applicants for posts as they apply.

Promoted as JOTW (Job of the Week) on Suffolk Jobs Direct.

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 checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts.
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 28 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 more!


If you would like to know more about our benefits, values and equality commitments please visit our Working for Suffolk County Council pages (www.Suffolk.gov.uk/careers).

- Suffolk County Council - Jobs available countywide across Suffolk
- From £23,114 per annum with performance-related pay progression and potential earnings up to £25,979 per annum (pro rata for part time)
- Enhanced pay rates for Sundays paid at time and one fifth per hour
- Paid mileage and travel time and for Bank Holidays
- Full time or flexible part time hours available from 7.5 hours - 37 hours per week, worked on an early, late shift rota including alternate weekends.
- Bank flexible casual hours available (paid at £13.41 per hour), evening and/or weekend working only is available on some contracts.
- Kick Start a Career in Care with us and receive £750 bonus.

Suffolk County Council’s Home First service provide short term reablement care and support to help people stay independent within their own home.
As a self-motivated, caring, and passionate person who shares the same care and dedication as we do, you will join our teams across the county as a Reablement Support Worker (RSW).
No experience is required.
To help you be successful in the role, you will receive a thorough induction, in-depth training and full support from your team to grow your skills and development.
You will also have the option to complete a fully funded level 2 qualification in Health and Social Care to advance your career in Health and Social Care.


In this role you will:
- create and maintain positive relationships with customers and family carers
- promote health, wellbeing and independence to the customer
- develop the independence of customers through care plans / short term enablement plans
- provide general advice and guidance to customers to help them to make informed choices
- at times, assist customers with dignified and intimate personal care needs
- engage with customers, family carers and others
- promote alternative ways to meet and maintain their long-term needs
- promote a range of services to help people live independently and safely at home
- track customers' progress against care plans
- complete records for the ongoing review process.

Benefits
- Paid mileage and travel time.
- Access to the Local government pension scheme (LGPS).
- Access to a suite of wellbeing support, childcare vouchers, high street discounts and much more.
- Refer a friend bonus up to £100 (terms and conditions apply).

Travelling requirements for your role
Frequent Travel Essential - We positively encourage the use of technology to communicate and engage, but in this role, you will need to travel, so you must either hold a full and current driving licence and have access to personal transport or meet the mobility requirements of the role through other reasonable and suitable means. If you need a reasonable adjustment due to a disability (to meet the travel requirements of this role), please speak with the contact detailed below.

To find out more
For an informal discussion about this role, please call Training and Recruitment Team on 01473 296300.

How to apply
Please read the relevant Job and Person Profile (JPP) before you apply for this job.:
- Support Worker Job and Person Profile (docx) or
- Bank Support Worker Job and Person Profile (docx)
Please see choose from the following options when applying for this role:
Option 1: Please click apply and ensure you attach a copy of your CV when asked to add attachments in the application form.
Option 2: Please click apply and upload a document with information about yourself and what attracted you to this role.

Closing date: 11.30pm, 31 January 2023.
HF22
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 checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts.

- Suffolk County Council - Ipswich IP1 2BX
- £ 58,348 – £62,540 per annum (pro rata for part-time) Plus 3 SPA points
- 37 hours per week
- Permanent

Are you dynamic and ready to lead public sector change?
Suffolk County Council seeks inspirational, visionary leaders as Senior Educational Psychologists (SEPs), due to an expansion within our renowned, award-winning Psychology and Therapeutic Services.
We have two opportunities for SEPs to strengthen and shape our work both within the core Educational Psychology Service and our groundbreaking Inclusion Facilitation Service.
In these aspirational roles within a welcoming team, will collaborate to transform systems and positively impact children, families, and education across Suffolk.

Why Join Us:
- Innovation at the Core: Help progress our psychology-led, values-based practice - influencing initiatives across education, health, and care
- Collaborative Culture: Work strategically within our leadership team to drive positive change
- Leadership Opportunity: Inspire, motivate, and support colleagues in achieving their aspirations
- Varied and Rewarding: Embrace an evolving community-based role
- Professional Development: Benefit from HCPC reimbursement, generous CPD, supervision and links with EP Doctorate/Masters courses.
We are committed to flexible working, so please read the Job and Person Profiles below to find out about the types of flexible working available for this role.

Key Responsibilities
As a valued Psychology and Therapeutic Services Leadership Team member, you will:
- Strategically progress our move toward an integrated community model
- Support your team via supervision, service development and systemic work
- Strengthen a particular area of expertise
- Manage and support inclusion-promoting projects
- Develop and manage commissioned and traded work
- Enhance Quality Assurance processes.
Inclusion Facilitation Service
Unique to this Senior Educational Psychologist role, you’ll also:
- Lead and support the groundbreaking Inclusion Facilitation Service
- Manage the therapeutic team supporting community inclusion
- Ensure psychology anchors reflective practice and projects
- Lead initiatives promoting children’s successful inclusion.
You must be professionally qualified and HCPC registered.
For more information about our work please visit: www.suffolk.gov.uk/PTS and www.suffolk.gov.uk/IF.

Additional benefits include:
- the offer of LG (Local Government) or NHS pension, subject to meeting the current requirements
- a generous relocation package
- essential car user allowance, access to a car leasing and/or cycle-to-work scheme
- dedicated business support team
- flexible working options and our commitment to supporting health and wellbeing
- staff networks that are open to staff, councillors and partners who share similar characteristics, life experiences, values and beliefs.

Travel and workplace requirements
We positively encourage the use of technology to communicate, but in this role, you will need to travel to locations away from your contractual base, so you must either hold a full and current driving licence and have access to personal transport or meet the mobility requirements of the role through other reasonable and suitable means. If you require a reasonable adjustment due to a disability to meet the travel requirements of this role, please speak with the contact detailed below.
This role is mainly based in the community; however, you may also have the opportunity to work from home occasionally and you will have an office base. Please speak with the contact detailed below if you wish to discuss how that might impact your working arrangements. #LI-Hybrid

To find out more
To arrange an informal discussion, please contact
- Claire Darwin, Principal Educational Psychologist (PEP), by emailing: claire.darwin@suffolk.gov.uk or
- Holly Robertson, Deputy Principal Educational Psychologist (DPEP EPS) by emailing holly.robertson@suffolk.gov.uk
- Imogen Howarth, Deputy Principal Education Psychologist (DPEP IFS) by emailing imogen.howarth@suffolk.gov.uk

Please read the relevant Job and Person Profile below before applying for these job opportunities:
Post 1 - Inclusion Facilitation Service - Job and Person Profile (docx)
Post 2 - Educational Psychology Service – Job and Person Profile (docx)
Please ensure you upload a copy of your tailored CV when completing your online application.

Closing date: 11.30pm, 15 January 2024.

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 checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts

- Suffolk County Council - Bury St Edmunds IP33 3YU, Ipswich IP1 2BX or Lowestoft NR33 0EQ
- £44,474 – £54,609 per annum (pro rata for part time) Plus 3 SPA points, point 1 awarded after one year and point 2 after two years
- 37 hours per week (part time hours can be considered)
- Permanent

We invite innovative practitioners to join our vibrant Psychology and Therapeutic Services team as an Educational Psychologist.
In this rewarding role, you will have the opportunity to creatively apply psychology in a dynamic service renowned for its award-winning early intervention and consultative work. Our partnerships span health trusts, youth justice, virtual school, early years, education, skills and learning, and adoption services. Psychological principles drive our practice to optimise outcomes for children and families (see www.suffolk.gov/pts for more information).
We are committed to flexible working, so please read the Job and Person Profile docx to find out about the types of flexible working available for this role.
Applicants must be professionally qualified and registered with the HCPC.  
Why Join Us:
- Innovation at the Core: Help develop our values-based practice through creative workstreams, progressive practice and partnership working.
- Collaborative Culture: Work systemically with our multi-agency partners to drive positive change. We champion consultation, person-centred approaches, evidence-based practice, and therapeutic support.
- Varied and Rewarding: Be part of an evolving community-based service that places children and families at the heart. We promote innovative applications of psychology to promote positive outcomes.
- Professional Development: Benefit from HCPC reimbursement, generous CPD, quality supervision and links with EP Doctorate/Masters courses.
You will:
- adopt solution-focused strategies
- proactively develop inclusive, person-centered, strengths-based approaches
- show enthusiasm for delivering therapeutic approaches
- skilfully utilise consultation to achieve collaborative solutions
- confidently apply online tools and digital technologies.
For more information about our work please visit www.suffolk.gov.uk/pts and www.suffolk.gov.uk/wellbeingineducation
Additional benefits include: 
- LG (Local Government) or NHS pension, subject to meeting the current requirements
- a generous relocation package
- essential car user allowance, access to a car leasing and/or cycle-to-work scheme
- dedicated business support team
- flexible working options and our commitment to supporting health and wellbeing
- staff networks that are open to staff, councillors and partners who share similar characteristics, life experiences, values, and beliefs. 
Travel and workplace requirements
We positively encourage the use of technology to communicate, but in this role, you will need to travel to locations away from your contractual base, so you must either hold a full and current driving licence and have access to personal transport or meet the mobility requirements of the role through other reasonable and suitable means. If you require a reasonable adjustment due to a disability to meet the travel requirements of this role, please speak with the contact detailed below.
This role is mainly based in the community; however, you may also have the opportunity to work from home occasionally and you will have an office base. Please speak with the contact detailed below if you wish to discuss how that might impact your working arrangements. #LI-Hybrid
To find out more
To arrange an informal discussion, please contact Holly Robertson,  Deputy Principal  Educational Psychologist (DPEP EPS) by emailing: holly.robertson@suffolk.gov.uk
How to apply
Step 1 - Please read the Job and Person Profile docx before applying for this job opportunity.
Step 2 - Complete the Supporting Statement template by answering the following question below (500 words max):
Suffolk PTS is committed to maximising the transformative power of applied psychology to support children, families, and communities. What strengths and skills would you contribute to our community-oriented service offer?
Step 3 - Complete the online application and upload your statement along with your Curriculum Vitae (CV).
Closing date: 11.30pm, 15 January 2024.
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 checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts.

- Suffolk County Council, countywide
- £32,076 per annum (pro rata if part-time)
- 37 hours per week (part-time working considered)
- Permanent

We are committed to flexible working, so please read the  Job and Person Profile (docx)  to find out about the types of flexible working available for this role.
We welcome applications from everyone. We particularly welcome male applicants because they are under-represented in this service. 

Job Details
Make a meaningful difference as a Missing Child/Exploitation Coordinator
An opportunity has arisen for a motivated and dedicated individual to take on the vital role of Missing Child/Child Exploitation Coordinator within the Safeguarding and Reviewing Officer Service.
For more information please view Suffolk’s Safeguarding Partnership - Child Sexual Exploitation (CSE) and Suffolk’s Safeguarding Partnership – Missing Children.  

Your role and responsibilities:
You will play a hands-on coordination role in addressing the critical issues of missing and exploited children in Suffolk, including:
- Coordinating the multi-agency prevention and response to child exploitation
- Ensuring a coordinated response when children go missing from home/care.
- Working with partners like Early Help, Social Care, etc. to address the needs of each child.
- Strengthening systems to track Suffolk’s vulnerable missing children.
- Facilitating the Multi-Agency Criminal Exploitation Group
- Enhancing Suffolk’s Contextual Safeguarding Response

You will need:
- A passion for making a difference in the lives of vulnerable children.
- Strong interpersonal and analytical skills
- Expertise in multi-agency collaboration
- Knowledge of relevant legislation, guidance, and policy
- Ability to analyze data and produce reports.
You can view a full list of requirements in the Job and Person Profile (docx). If you think you have what it takes to be successful in this role, even if you don’t meet all the requirements, please apply. We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application.
The team
You will collaborate closely with another Missing/Exploitation Coordinator to enhance Suffolk’s response.

We will offer you:
- Meaningful work coordinating Suffolk’s response to missing/exploited children.
- A supportive team environment making a vital difference.
If you share our commitment to Suffolk children, apply to this compassionate coordinator role.

Travel and workplace requirements
We positively encourage the use of technology to communicate, but in this role, you will need to travel to locations away from your contractual base, so you must either hold a full and current driving licence and have access to personal transport or meet the mobility requirements of the role through other reasonable and suitable means. If you require a reasonable adjustment due to a disability to meet the travel requirements of this role, please speak with the contact detailed below.  
This role supports hybrid working, a broadly even balance between working from home and working from an office base. Please speak with the contact detailed below if you wish to discuss how that might impact your working arrangements. #LI-Hybrid 

For more information
For an informal discussion, please contact Chris Burton (he/him) by calling 07540 677495 or emailing  Chris.Burton2@suffolk.gov.uk.  

Please read the  Job and Person Profile (JPP)  before applying for this job opportunity.
Please ensure you upload a copy of your CV when completing your online application.

Closing date: 11.30 pm, 7 January 2024
Interview date: 10 January 2024, to be held at Landmark 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 checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts.


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 28 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 more!


If you would like to know more about our benefits, values and equality commitments please visit our Working for Suffolk County Council pages (www.Suffolk.gov.uk/careers).

- Suffolk County Council - Ipswich, Suffolk IP1 5PB (hybrid working)
- £26,421 - £28,770 per annum
- 37 hours per week (flexible working options available)
- Permanent

We are excited to announce a fantastic chance to join Suffolk County Council as an Intelligence Researcher working within the National Trading Standards Intelligence Team.

About the team
The NTS Intelligence Team is hosted by Suffolk County Council. One of our key objectives has been to develop intelligence-led working and to support local authority trading standards services in using intelligence to help support local work and priorities. We provide technical expertise to help identify and analyse national trends and emerging threats, informing tasking and prioritisation processes, help record, develop, and analyse intelligence, monitor trends, and identify key problems and threats, that enable targeted enforcement to be taken nationally, regionally, and locally to effectively deal with criminals.
We are based in Landmark House, Ipswich and support hybrid working, a flexible balance between working from home and the office.

Your role and responsibilities:
- The interrogation of Police National Database (PND), other law enforcement data sets and our own databases.
- Dissemination of intelligence to the wider Trading Standards community in England and Wales.
- Working within recognised procedures and making decisions on how and when duties will be carried out.
- Conduct research on multiple data sets to enhance the intelligence picture across the trading standards landscape.
- Horizon scanning for issues that may affect consumers nationally, regionally, and locally and recording these on a case management system.
- Be a reference point and centre of excellence to support local authority trading standards services who require assistance.
- Provide effective support to drive forward the work of the NTS Intelligence Team.
- Assisting the National Tasking Group (NTG) and other NTS teams in producing tactical and strategic intelligence products to support the wider trading standards intelligence network.

You will need:
- Excellent time management and communication skills.
- A good understanding of IT.
- Knowledge of intelligence policies.
- An understanding of sensitive data handling.
- Strong research and analytical skills.
- The ability to organise your own workload with minimal supervision.
- Ability to identify intelligence gaps and make informed decisions/recommendations.
- The ability to respond to unanticipated situations with guidance from senior officers.
- An understanding of the Intelligence Operating Model (IOM), the National Intelligence Model (NIM) or similar models and the creation of associated Intelligence products.
Due to the specialised nature of the role, a commitment to continuous learning and ongoing training is essential to maintain and improve knowledge in relative legislative and operational areas.
You can view a full list of requirements in the Job and Person Profile (docx). If you think you have what it takes to be successful in this role, even if you don’t meet all the requirements, please apply. We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application.

Shaping Careers and Learning
We want to champion talent and seek to continuously develop everyone’s professional knowledge, potential and job satisfaction. Through accessible learning opportunities and clear career pathways we aim to identify individual strengths, diversify skill sets and enable people, from all walks of life, to build influential and impactful careers.

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, so we welcome applications from everyone.

For more information
For an informal discussion, please contact Aaron Hesketh by calling 01473 263602 or emailing aaron.hesketh@suffolk.gov.uk

How to apply
Step 1 - Read the Job and Person Profile (JPP) (docx).
Step 2 - Click ‘Apply Now’ to start your online application.
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.
Step 4 - Upload a CV (without name and personal details).
Please note: Without a supporting statement and CV, your interest will not be progressed. If you would like an adjustment to this process due to a disability, please contact us at 03456 014412 or recruitment@suffolk.gov.uk.

Closing date: 11:30pm, 31 December 2023

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 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 28 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 more!


If you would like to know more about our benefits, values and equality commitments please visit our Working for Suffolk County Council pages (www.Suffolk.gov.uk/careers).

- Suffolk County Council - Various locations in Suffolk
- £34,834 - £44,305 per annum (pro rata for part time)
- Plus retention payment of up to £4,000 per year (pro rata for part time)
- Full time or part time hours available
- Permanent

We welcome applications from everyone. We particularly welcome male applicants because they are under-represented in this directorate.
We are committed to flexible working and supporting staff to deliver their roles effectively, please read the Job and Person Profiles below to view the flexible working options this role may offer.
Sponsorship for a Health and Care Worker visa may be available for current UK residents. This role is based in Suffolk.

- Social Workers:£34,834 - £38,223 per annum, plus £4,000 annual retention payment (pro rata for part time)
- Senior Social Workers:£38,925- £44,305 per annum, plus £3,500 annual retention payment (pro rata for part time)

We are actively looking to recruit flexible, highly motivated, and enthusiastic Social Workers to join teams across Suffolk who share the same commitment, dedication, care, and support as we do.

We recognise that good quality health, safety and wellbeing is integral to a healthy work-life balance, and we are proud to have created a positive environment where Social Workers can achieve meaningful and impactful outcomes.

You will have:
- access to regular supervision
- the necessary training to enhance career development through our supportive career pathways programme and to make sure you feel supported within your role
- clinical supervision by a seasoned professional. This does not only benefit your personal wellbeing but directly affects the experience of the children and young people within our care.
Hear from our staff and find out more information about our Social Work teams (suffolkjobsdirect.org)
Further information on Social Work within Children and Young Peoples Services (suffolk.gov.uk)

Additional benefits
- Up to 29 days annual leave plus bank holidays per annum, pro rata for part time.
- An uplift of 3 additional annual leave days, pro rata for part time.
- 3 protected CPD days per annum.
- Access to a relocation package of up to £8,000, a car leasing scheme and a welcome loan of £2,000 for all new Social Workers moving to Suffolk.
- Free on-site car parking in all council buildings.
- Flexible working options and our commitment to supporting health and wellbeing.
- Detailed induction programme, including mandatory Signs of Safety training.
- Staff networks are open to staff, councillors and partners that share similar characteristics, life experiences, values and beliefs.
Only an hour outside London, Suffolk is increasingly attracting talented people choosing a lifestyle that offers opportunities and variety.
To find out about our beautiful county of Suffolk and see what a wonderful place it is to live and work, please visit welcome to Suffolk (visitsuffolk.com)
Further information on what we will offer you (suffolk.gov.uk).

We have opportunities available for Social Workers and Senior Social Workers* across the following teams:
- social care teams working with children subject to s17 and s47 assessment, a child in need, and child protection plans
- child in care teams working with our children in care, both children in long-term placements and subject to care proceedings.
Locality map, to understand where our 13 social care teams are based around Suffolk (ppt).
If you have a preference in terms of a location in Suffolk, then please state this within your application form.
You will need a relevant social work qualification and Social Work England registration.

Travel requirements
This organisation positively encourages the use of technology to communicate and engage, but in this role, you will need to operate across a wide and rural area, so you must either hold a full and current driving licence and have access to personal transport or meet the mobility requirements of the role through other reasonable and suitable means.
This role supports hybrid working, a broadly even balance between working from home and working from an office base. If you wish to discuss how that might impact your working arrangements, please contact the recruiting manager listed above. #LI-Hybrid

To find out more
For an informal discussion about the role/s, please email cypsocialworkenquiries@suffolk.gov.uk or contact Steve Blaney, Social Care Service Manager, by calling 07742 505342.

How to apply
Please read the Job and Person Profiles (JPP) below and our Progression Scheme (pdf) before applying for this job, by uploading your CV (Curriculum Vitae) and completing a short online application form (stating in your application the role/s, location and team you are applying for).
- Senior Social Worker JPP (docx)
- Social Worker JPP (docx)
For internal staff/ applicants only, please complete our Statement of Interest (docx) and return this via email: cypsocialworkenquiries@suffolk.gov.uk

Closing date: 11.30pm, 16 January 2024
Promoted as JOTW (Job of the Week) on Suffolk Jobs Direct.
We will review applications on a weekly basis, and we commit to keeping you informed throughout your application process.

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 checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts. We are also committed to flexible working.
For the types of flexible or part time working available for specific roles, please see the Job and Person Profile.
Suffolk County Council - welcoming diversity.
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 28 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 more!


If you would like to know more about our benefits, values and equality commitments please visit our Working for Suffolk County Council pages (www.Suffolk.gov.uk/careers).

- Suffolk County Council - Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 2DZ
- £34,834 - £44,305 per annum (pro rata for part time)
- Plus retention payment of up to £4,000 per year (pro rata for part time)
- Full time or part time hours available
- Permanent

We are committed to flexible working and supporting staff to deliver their roles effectively, please read the Job and Person Profiles to view the flexible working options this role may offer.
Sponsorship for a Health and Care Worker visa may be available for current UK residents. This role is based in Suffolk, England.

- Social Workers:£34,834 - £38,223 per annum, plus £4,000 annual retention payment (pro rata for part time)
- Senior Social Workers:£38,925- £44,305 per annum, plus £3,500 annual retention payment (pro rata for part time)

We are actively looking to recruit flexible and highly motivated Social Workers to join our South Suffolk Social Care Team, who share the same commitment, dedication, care, and support as we do.
You would be expected to manage a diverse caseload, working with children from pre-birth to 18 years, from the point of initial referral. This would include undertaking Social Work Assessments, working with children and families under Child in Need and Child Protection Planning, progressing matters within the Court arena, including both public and private law proceedings.

The Team
The Team is based in Sudbury and covers the Sudbury area, as well as along the border of Essex and up to the boundaries of Ipswich. As part of a team comprising of workers with an array of skills and expertise, you will be able to develop your social work practice and experience within a supportive team culture. Partnership working is a particular strength within the team and there is scope for you to build meaningful working relationships across an array of services to develop your role both now and in the future”

You will have:
- access to regular supervision
- the necessary training to enhance career development through our supportive career pathways programme and to make sure you feel supported within your role
- clinical supervision by a seasoned professional. This does not only benefit your personal wellbeing but directly affects the experience of the children and young people within our care.
Hear from our staff and find out more information about our Social Work teams (suffolkjobsdirect.org)
Further information on Social Work within Children and Young Peoples Services (suffolk.gov.uk)

Additional benefits
- Up to 29 days annual leave plus bank holidays per annum, pro rata for part time
- An uplift of 3 additional annual leave days, pro rata for part time
- 3 protected CPD days per annum
- Access to a relocation package of up to £8,000, a car leasing scheme and a welcome loan of £2,000 for all new Social Workers moving to Suffolk
- Free on-site car parking in all council buildings
- Flexible working options and our commitment to supporting health and wellbeing
- Detailed induction programme, including mandatory Signs of Safety training
- Staff networks are open to staff, councillors and partners that share similar characteristics, life experiences, values and beliefs.
To find out about our beautiful county of Suffolk and see what a wonderful place it is to live and work, please visit Welcome to Suffolk (visitsuffolk.com)
Further information on what we will offer you (suffolk.gov.uk).
You will need a relevant social work qualification and Social Work England registration.

Travel requirements
This organisation positively encourages the use of technology to communicate and engage, but in this role, you will need to operate across a wide and rural area, so you must either hold a full and current driving licence and have access to personal transport or meet the mobility requirements of the role through other reasonable and suitable means.
This role supports hybrid working, a broadly even balance between working from home and working from an office base. If you wish to discuss how that might impact your working arrangements, please contact the recruiting manager listed above. #LI-Hybrid

To find out more
If you would like an informal discussion and to explore the role further, please contact Steve Blaney, Social Care Service Manager, by calling 07742 505342.



How to apply
Please read the Job and Person Profiles (JPP) below and our Progression Scheme (pdf) before applying for this job, by uploading your CV (Curriculum Vitae) and completing a short online application form (stating in your application the role/s, location and team you are applying for).
- Senior Social Worker JPP (docx)
- Social Worker JPP (docx)
For internal staff/ applicants only, please complete our Statement of Interest (docx) and return this via email: cypsocialworkenquiries@suffolk.gov.uk

Closing date: 11.30pm, 16 January 2024
We will review applications on a weekly basis, and we commit to keeping you informed throughout your application process.
Promoted as JOTW (Job of the Week) on Suffolk Jobs Direct.

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 checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts. We are also committed to flexible working.
For the types of flexible or part time working available for specific roles, please see the Job and Person Profile.
Suffolk County Council - welcoming diversity.
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 28 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 more!


If you would like to know more about our benefits, values and equality commitments please visit our Working for Suffolk County Council pages (www.Suffolk.gov.uk/careers).

- Suffolk County Council - Various locations in Suffolk
- £32,076 per annum (rising to £34,834 per annum) (pro rata for part time)
- Plus a joining payment of £1,500
- Plus £4,000 per annum retention payment upon successful completion of the ASYE (Assessed and Supported Year in Employment) programme
- Full time or part time hours available
- Permanent

We are committed to flexible working and supporting staff to deliver their roles effectively, please read the Job and Person Profiles below to view the flexible working options this role may offer.
We welcome applications from everyone. We particularly welcome male applicants because they are under-represented in this directorate.
Sponsorship for a Health and Care Worker visa may be available for current UK residents. This role is based in Suffolk.

We are actively looking to recruit flexible, highly motivated, and enthusiastic Newly Qualified Social Workers (NQSW) to join teams across Suffolk who share the same commitment, dedication, care, and support as we do.

We recognise that good quality health, safety and wellbeing is integral to a healthy work-life balance, and we are proud to have created a positive environment where social workers can achieve meaningful and impactful outcomes.


You will have:
- the commitment and full support from our management team and colleagues within the service to ensure you achieve your goals and get the best out of your ASYE
- protected development and time for reflection, regular supervision with your Practice Manager, including ongoing CPD (Continuing Professional Development) and PDP (Personal Development Plan) to enable professional growth and a reduced caseload (from 15 cases in the first 6 months
- clinical supervision by a seasoned professional. This does not only benefit your personal wellbeing but directly affects the experience of the children and young people within our care.
Hear from our staff and find out more information visit: Our Social Work teams (suffolkjobsdirect.org).
How Suffolk supports Newly Qualified Social Workers (pagetiger.com) to grow, develop and progress.

Additional benefits
- Up to 29 days annual leave plus bank holidays per annum, pro rata for part time
- An uplift of 3 additional annual leave days, pro rata for part time
- 3 protected CPD days per annum
- Access to a relocation package of up to £8,000, a car leasing scheme and a welcome loan of £2,000 for all new Social Workers moving to Suffolk
- Free on-site car parking in all council buildings
- Flexible working options and our commitment to supporting health and wellbeing
- Detailed induction programme, including mandatory Signs of Safety training
- Staff networks which are open to staff, councillors and partners that share similar characteristics, life experiences, values and beliefs.
Only an hour outside London, Suffolk is increasingly attracting talented people choosing a lifestyle that offers opportunities and variety.
To find out about our beautiful county of Suffolk and see what a wonderful place it is to live and work Welcome to Suffolk (visitsuffolk.com)
More information on what we will offer you (suffolk.gov.uk).

We have opportunities available for Newly Qualified Social Workers across the following teams:
- social care teams working with children subject to s17 and s47 assessment, a child in need, and child protection plans
- child in care teams working with our children in care, both children in long-term placements and subject to care proceedings.
Find out where these teams are based around Suffolk (ppt).
Locality map, to understand where our 13 social care teams are based around Suffolk (ppt).

If you have a preference in terms of a location in Suffolk, then please state this within your application form.

Travel requirements
This organisation positively encourages the use of technology to communicate and engage, but in this role, you will need to operate across a wide and rural area, so you must either hold a full and current driving licence and have access to personal transport or meet the mobility requirements of the role through other reasonable and suitable means.
This role supports hybrid working, a broadly even balance between working from home and working from an office base. If you wish to discuss how that might impact your working arrangements, please contact the recruiting manager listed above. #LI-Hybrid

To find out more
For an informal discussion about the role/s, please email at: cypsocialworkenquiries@suffolk.gov.uk or contact Steve Blaney, Social Care Service Manager, by calling 07742505342.
For further information, please visit Social Work within Children and Young Peoples Services (suffolk.gov.uk)

How to apply
Before applying for this job, please read the Job and Person Profile (docx) and our Progression Scheme (pdf)
You can then apply by uploading your CV (Curriculum Vitae) and completing a short online application form (stating in your application the role/s, location and team you are applying for).

Closing date: 11.30pm, 16 January 2024
Promoted as JOTW (Job of the Week) on Suffolk Jobs Direct.
We will review applications on a weekly basis, and we commit to keeping you informed throughout your application process.

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 checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts. We are also committed to flexible working.
For the types of flexible or part-time working available for specific roles, please see the Job and Person Profile.
Suffolk County Council - welcoming diversity.
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 28 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 more!


If you would like to know more about our benefits, values and equality commitments please visit our Working for Suffolk County Council pages (www.Suffolk.gov.uk/careers).