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Opportunities at Suffolk County Council

Suffolk County Council is one of the largest employers in Suffolk. We offer a wide range of career opportunities for people from all backgrounds.
Life at Suffolk County Council
We offer a fantastic working environment, great flexible working options, and the opportunity to improve the lives of Suffolk residents.
Working in adult social care
Opportunities and professional development if you'd like to work in adult social care.
Working with children and families
Learn about the different roles and careers working with children and young people and their families.
Working for Suffolk Fire and Rescue Service
There are many different types of career to have with Suffolk Fire and Rescue Service and we welcome applications from every community.
Opportunities for young people
How young people can get work experience with us or start a career in the public sector through an apprenticeship, internship and graduate placement.
Apprenticeships
Information for anyone looking for apprenticeship opportunities as well as guidance for employers and learning providers.
Teach Suffolk
Learn about routes into teaching for graduate or experienced teachers and who we need to inspire children in Suffolk.
Temporary vacancies
Information about temporary vacancies at Suffolk County Council through Opus People Solutions, our temporary recruitment agency.
Social Work Suffolk
In Suffolk we offer a supportive working environment with clear routes for progression so you can spend your social work career with us.

Opportunities for Young People

As part of being an "exemplar employer", Suffolk County Council launched an initiative called ‘Rising High in Suffolk’ in partnership with district and borough councils across Suffolk.

On these pages you can find out more about Rising High, including information about work experience placements, apprenticeships, internships, industrial placements, graduate traineeships and graduate interns within Schools.

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