About

• Suffolk County Council
• Address: Endeavour House, Ipswich, IP1 2BX – Hybrid
• Salary: £60,135 - £71,634 per annum (pro rata)
• Hours: 22.2 hours per week - Flexible working options available
• Contract: Fixed Term or Secondment for 12 months
• Join us to shape the future of Adult Social Care in Suffolk! Are you ready to be part of an exciting transformation journey?
• Suffolk County Council is embarking on a significant programme of change called People at the Heart of Care, which is aimed at better supporting individuals with increasingly complex needs to maintain their independence and lead fulfilling lives within their communities.
• At the heart of our People at the Heart of Care ambition is the use of innovative digital solutions and technology to foster independence, sustainability, and high-quality care delivery. We're committed to actively involving people, their supporters, and our dedicated frontline staff in co-designing services that are tailored, responsive, and truly meet the needs of those we serve.
• We are looking for an Operations and Partnerships Manager – Adult Social Care Finance to lead transformation across our Contact and Assessment Services. This role requires specialist knowledge of adult social care customer finance. You’ll lead programme and project work transforming our financial assessment and direct payments services, applying your expert knowledge of best practice in adult social care finance to ensure our services are fit for the future.
• Here's what you can expect
• Empowerment to share your fresh ideas and shape the future of our services.
• A dynamic environment that encourages innovation and creativity.
• Collaboration with diverse teams and stakeholders to deliver outcomes that have a real and positive impact for Suffolk residents.
• Professional growth and development opportunities to advance your career.
• We're seeking experienced individuals who are passionate about making a positive difference in adult social care. If you have a strategic mindset, programme and / or project management skills, experience in digital transformation and a drive to enhance culture and practice, we want to hear from you! Join us on this journey of transformation and be part of a team dedicated to enhancing the lives of individuals and communities across Suffolk.
• You can view a full list of requirements in the Job and Person Profile (Word). 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.
• 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
• For an informal conversation about this role with Elissa Rospigliosi, Assistant Director Strategy and Change, please contact Irma Maksvytyte by emailing irma.maksvytyte@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 (Word)
• Step 2 - Click ‘Apply Now’ to start your online application.
• Step 3 - Upload a supporting statement answering the following question. You should use the Supporting Statement template.
• Question 1 - Please explain in no more than 1000 words what knowledge, skills and experience you would bring to this role that makes you a strong candidate to lead programmes of work focused on adult social care customer finance?
• Question 2 - For Suffolk County Council internal applicants only. Please confirm you have spoken to your current manager regarding this secondment and gained permission to apply before making this application. If you haven't spoken to your manager, then we won't be able to consider your application.
• Step 4 - Upload a CV (without name and personal details).
• We value authentic applications that showcase your genuine skills and experiences. Applications suspected of being generated by AI may be rejected. We ask you to present your own work and ideas throughout the application process.
• Please note: Without a supporting statement and CV, your interest will not be progressed. 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.ukor 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, 12 September 2025.
• This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts. #LI-Hybrid