Wellbeing Engagement Worker
2 posts available:
Post 1: 37 hrs per week £26,238 per annum
Post 2: 25hrs per week £17,728 per annum
Contract Terms: Permanent
Closing date: Monday, 20 April 2026 9am
Interviews: TBC potential week commencing 4th or 11th May 206
Are you passionate about making sure every voice is heard?
We’re looking for a motivated and compassionate team member to join us as a Wellbeing Engagement Worker. This is a fantastic opportunity to improve the mental health care experience and outcomes of those with a caring role in Suffolk, by supporting community development through the Wellbeing social model, focusing on the wellbeing of family carers.
As a Wellbeing Engagement Worker you will be employed by Suffolk Family Carers, but will be working as part of the Suffolk Wellbeing Service.
What you’ll be doing as a Wellbeing Engagement Worker
Working in partnership with Wellbeing Suffolk to provide wellbeing service provisions for family carers.
Develop and deliver a varied programme of community events and training across Suffolk
Work closely with local organisations, schools, services, and community groups
Promote the Wellbeing Service and Suffolk Family Carers to increase awareness and access
Build and maintain mailing lists and communication channels
Use feedback from participants and communities to shape future activity
Support connections with underserved communities
Keep accurate records of engagement, events and outcomes
Help identify gaps in service and contribute ideas for improvement
We are looking for someone who:
Can build positive relationships with people from all walks of life
Communicates clearly and confidently with different audiences
Can demonstrate an understanding of safeguarding legislation in relation to family carers
Can plan, organise and prioritise their workload
Has experience or knowledge of community engagement
Understands the challenges and experiences of family carers
Can travel across Suffolk (rural travel may be required)
Why Work with us?
Suffolk Family Carers is a values‑driven charity supporting unpaid carers of all ages across Suffolk. Everything we do is guided by our values: Family Carer Focus, Accountability, Integrity and Respect.
We have achievedPlatinum Accreditation atthe Best Employer Eastern Region Awards 2023
Disability Confident Employer
Committed to Safer Recruitment Principles and will require references and DBS checks (role dependant)
We offer:
flexible working and hybrid workingopportunities
enhanced annual leaveand maternityentitlement
competitive salaryand 7% pension contribution
an open, inclusive and values drivenculture
Suffolk Family Carers islocatedon a rural business park, easily accessible from the A14 and 4 miles from Ipswich.
Our Commitment to Inclusion
We’re committed to building a team with a wide range of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. If you need adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, including applying in a different format, just let us know — we’re happy to help. The choice of method of application will play no bearing in whether you are shortlisted for the role.
Interested?
For further information regarding the post, please contact Clare Doughty (clare.doughty@suffolkfamilycarers.org)
To apply, please read the job description and person specification beforesubmittingyour CV and Personal Statement. Your personal statement must clearlyevidencehow you meet the essential criteria set out within the person specification section. Please specify which post (full-time/part-time) you are applying for.
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