37 hpw/Ipswich or Felixstowe/Hybrid Working
If you're looking for a role with genuine purpose, where your work can create lasting impact, we'd love to hear from you. At Suffolk Mind, our mission is to make Suffolk the best place in the world for talking about and taking care of mental health.
We’re looking for an Individual Placement and Support (IPS) Employment Engagement and Partnerships Lead to strengthen our employer engagement and support the successful delivery of IPS services across Suffolk to help us achieve our mission.
The Suffolk IPS service is delivered through a partnership between Norfolk and Waveney Mind and Suffolk Mind. Norfolk and Waveney Mind is responsible for the operational delivery of the service, while Suffolk Mind contributes its local knowledge, networks and relationships to connect the IPS service with Suffolk’s employer community.
Key Information
- IPS Employment Engagement and Partnerships Lead
- 37 hours per week (working pattern, hybrid working and job share considered)
- £27,202.00 per annum
- This role is currently funded until 31st March 2030.
Why Work for Suffolk Mind?
We are committed to supporting the health and wellbeing of our staff and have tailored our benefits package* to support this; we offer:
- 25 days holiday per year plus bank holidays as standard– increasing to 30 days with length of service (pro rata for part time employees)
- Your birthday day off
- An option to buy or sell annual leave
- Health and dental care insurance plan
- Occupational sick pay scheme
- Pension scheme
- Blue Light Card – offering discounts on 100’s of retailers both in store and online
- Monetary reward for length of service
- Refer a friend scheme
Plus, internal wellbeing courses, opportunities for training, flexible and hybrid working options, excellent support and job satisfaction.
Is the job for you?
Below is a brief summary of the key requirements for this role, but for the full list and more information please make sure you visit the vacancies page on our website and download the full job description and person specification.
Essential
- Experience of building and maintaining professional relationships with employers, businesses, or community partners.
- Experience working towards targets and achieving measurable outcomes.
- Strong organisational and time management skills.
- Passion for improving employment opportunities for people experiencing mental health challenges.
Desirable
- Experience working within employment support, mental health, health, social care, or voluntary sector services.
- Understanding of workplace wellbeing and mental health inclusion.
- Existing network of business contacts within Suffolk.
- Coaching Experience
If you are looking to use your skills towards a career where your need for meaning and purpose are met, then come and join our team.
To apply, please complete a Suffolk Mind Application form by visiting our website, select ‘get involved’ from the top menu then ‘vacancies’ in the drop down list.
Job Description and Person Specification
Closing date for applications: Sunday 25th October 2026
We reserve the right to close this job advert once a suitable a candidate has been found. Therefore successful candidates may be contacted to interview at any time throughout the advertising process and we reserve the right to offer to a candidate prior to the closing date, therefore we would encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
Interviews date: First week of November 2026
Interview questions may be sent in advance of interview.
We aim to let all applicants know the status of their application within 4 weeks from closing.
Unfortunately, we are unable to offer sponsorship on this role.
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Suffolk Mind is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children, young people, and adults at risk who have contact with our services and personnel. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background and DBS checks will be required for relevant posts as part of our Safer Recruitment procedures.
*T&Cs apply
Additional keywords: Employer Engagement, Partnerships, Business Development, Stakeholder Engagement, Relationship Management, IPS, Employability, Mental Health, Supported Employment, and Inclusive Recruitment.
IPS Employer Engagement & Partnerships Lead in Ipswich employer: Suffolk Mind
Suffolk Mind is an exceptional employer, offering a unique opportunity to lead transformative income strategies that directly benefit local communities. With a strong focus on employee growth and a collaborative work culture, you will thrive in a supportive environment that values innovation and social impact. The hybrid working model allows for flexibility, ensuring a healthy work-life balance while you contribute to meaningful change across Suffolk.
