At Suffolk County Council, we are committed to making a real difference to the people and communities we serve, supporting residents to live independent, fulfilling lives.
We are looking for a Team Leader to take forward our Sensing Change service - a specialist team supporting people with sight and/or hearing loss across Suffolk.
This is a unique opportunity to lead a high-performing, passionate team and shape a service that delivers meaningful outcomes every day.
Your role and responsibilities
As Team Manager for Sensing Change, you will provide strong, visible leadership to a skilled and specialist workforce, ensuring the delivery of high-quality social work, rehabilitation and support for people with sight and/or hearing loss across Suffolk.
You will lead with confidence in a complex and evolving environment, driving a culture of innovation, quality and continuous improvement. With a clear focus on person-centred and strengths-based practice, you will support your team to deliver positive outcomes and promote independence for the people we work with.
Working collaboratively across systems, you will build effective partnerships with colleagues in health, social care and the voluntary sector to ensure joined-up, responsive services.
You will also be responsible for ensuring statutory duties are consistently met to a high standard, while effectively managing demand, resources and budgets to deliver a sustainable and high-performing service.
You will need
You can view a full list of requirements in the Job and Person Profile (JPP), which you can find in the ‘How to apply’ section towards the bottom of this advert.
If you believe you can succeed in this role, apply. Even if you don't meet all requirements, still apply. We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application.
The team
Sensing Change is a highly skilled and experienced team supporting adults with sight and/or hearing loss, often with complex needs. The team plays a vital role in enabling people to maintain independence and improve their quality of life.
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 Jenny Blades for a casual conversation. You can reach them by calling 01473264525 or emailing Jenny.Blades@suffolk.gov.uk
How to apply
Step 1 - Read the Job and Person Profile (Word).
Step 2 - Click ‘Apply Now’ to start your online application.
Step 3 - Upload a supporting statement answering the following question below (no more than 500 words). You should use the Supporting Statement template (Word)
Describe how your skills, experience and behaviours make you well suited to this role, giving specific examples that demonstrate how you meet the key requirements and how you would add value to the team
Please note: Without a supporting statement, your interest will not be progressed. Any supporting documents must be in either PDF or MS Word format.
For guidance on completing your application, please see our How to Apply page
We value authentic applications that showcase your genuine skills and experiences, so we encourage you to present your own work and ideas throughout the process. You can also read our Using AI in Your Application and Interview guidance to understand acceptable and unacceptable use of AI. If AI is used inappropriately, your application may not be progressed.
Do you need any reasonable adjustments to help you to apply? If you are disabled and/or have additional support needs, you can request reasonable adjustments. You can do this by contacting our Recruitment Team at recruitment@suffolk.gov.ukor 03456 014412 You can find examples of possible adjustments on our Reasonable Adjustment pages If you're invited to the next stage, you’ll have another chance to request adjustments.
Closing date: 11.30pm, 27 May 2026.
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:
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)
Reimagine the possibilities.
As one of the largest employers in Suffolk, we have a huge variety of exciting careers to offer people as keen to make a positive impact on the world around them as we are.
As a modern, flexible, and effective council, we’re driven to make a difference to the environment, the communities we serve, and the careers of our people. We explore innovative ways to encourage, respect, and enable everyone to be the best they can be.
By creating meaningful connections with our people and our partner organisations, we’ve built a culture of mutual collaboration, trust, and respect where everyone is supported to be their authentic selves.
We aim to inspire and empower. To improve and evolve. To develop and innovate. To take pride and ownership of the world around us and ensure that we leave a positive and lasting legacy. That’s why it’s time to reimagine a career with the council and take a fresh look at what we can offer you.
