Enablement Support Worker (Amber Valley)

Derbyshire County Council; Matlock; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Care Certificate training

Training and development

Job summary

Derbyshire County Council is seeking an Enablement Support Worker for short-term reablement in Amber Valley. Role involves home-based care, personal support, and coordinating with a multi-disciplinary team.

You will help clients regain independence, follow care plans, and maintain accurate records. Training, development, and a route to senior roles are provided.

Qualifications

• A caring and compassionate personality.
• A commitment to treating people with dignity and respect.
• Creativity, forward-thinking, and the ability to work independently.
• Ability to use smartphones/apps for record-keeping.
• Willingness to work on a rota including unsocial hours.

Responsibilities

• Support clients in their own homes, helping them regain independence and confidence.
• Deliver personalised care plans including personal care, medication, domestic tasks, and wellbeing support.
• Collaborate with a multi-professional team and contribute to multi-disciplinary discussions.
• Accurately record progress and elevate concerns when needed.
• Receive ongoing support and training to help you excel and grow in your career.

Skills

Caring & compassionate

Dignity & respect

Independent working

Flexibility

Tools

Smartphone apps

Record-keeping software

Job description

Join Our Dedicated Team at Derbyshire County Council!

Enablement Support Worker – Adult Social Care (Short-Term Reablement)

Location: Amber Valley
Contract Options: 18, 24, or 30 hours per week (with flexibility for extra hours)
Pay: Competitive (Grade 5)
Shifts: Rota-based including days, evenings, weekends & bank holidays

Rewarding Opportunity

We’re on the lookout for passionate Enablement Support Workers to join our short-term reablement teams in the Adult Care department. If you’re eager to make a real difference in people’s lives across Amber Valley, this is the role for you!

What You’ll Do

• Support clients in their own homes, helping them regain independence and confidence.
• Deliver personalised care plans including personal care, medication, domestic tasks, and wellbeing support.
• Collaborate with a multi-professional team and contribute to multi-disciplinary discussions.
• Accurately record progress and elevate concerns when needed.
• Receive ongoing support and training to help you excel and grow in your career.

Why Choose Us?

• No Experience? No Problem! – We offer full training including the Care Certificate.
• Career Growth – Clear pathways to progress into senior roles.
• Competitive Pay & Pension – Plus generous annual leave.
• Wellbeing Support – We care about your health and happiness.
• PPE & Workwear Provided – We’ve got you covered.

What We’re Looking For

• A caring and compassionate personality.
• A commitment to treating people with dignity and respect.
• Creativity, forward-thinking, and the ability to work independently.
• Ability to use smartphones/apps for record-keeping.
• A valid driving licence and access to a vehicle for work (essential)
• Willingness to work on a rota including unsocial hours.

Start your journey towards a fulfilling and rewarding career with Derbyshire County Council today!

We can't wait to welcome you to our team in Amber Valley!

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Due to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. Click here to see our policy on criminal background checks.

The job may require unsocial hours working including weekends and Bank Holidays. Payment arrangements will be detailed in any contract offer made.

Saturday and Sunday hours will be paid at plain time where it is part of your normal working pattern unless it is between 7pm and 7am, where enhanced rates of pay apply. Enhanced pay rates are paid for Bank Holiday working.

Young workers – Please note there are different rules for young workers in regard to working hours. Please ensure the information contained within the following ACAS link is understood before applying.

Important: Derbyshire County Council holds a sponsorship licence, but this role does not offer visa sponsorship. Please apply only if you already have the right to work in the UK without sponsorship, as applications that do not meet this requirement will be rejected.

We welcome applications from individuals who share our values — being Collaborative, Innovative, Empowered and Accountable. These values describe who we are and what we stand for as a council. They help shape our culture, encourage consistent behaviour and guide how we work together to make a positive difference for both our employees and the residents we serve.