Relief Care Worker (Community) Extra Care (Lacemaker)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Annual Leave Scheme

Local Government Pension Scheme

Training and Development

Wellbeing Support Framework

Paid travel expenses

Cycle to Work Scheme

Derbyshire Rewards

Job summary

Lacemaker Extra Care Establishment, Long Eaton, is recruiting a relief Care Worker (Community) to join the Southeast Care Service. The role covers 24/7 shifts across a three‑shift rota, with enhanced pay after 7pm and before 7am, and a focus on promoting the clients’ independence.

You do not need prior experience as full training and support will be provided. Responsibilities include personal care, dressing, meal prep, medication administration, health monitoring and assisting clients to access

Qualifications

• No previous experience required; training and support provided.
• Ability to work a three-shift rota including early mornings, afternoons and nights.
• Must follow care plans, complete risk assessments and report incidents as required.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care, assistance with dressing and undressing.
• Meal preparation and basic health monitoring.
• Administer medication as directed and support health and wellbeing.

Skills

Caring nature

Patient handling

Teamwork

Job description

An opportunity has arisen at Lacemaker Extra Care Establishment in Long Eaton, and we are seeking to recruit a relief Care Worker (Community) to join our team within the Southeast Care Service. The role involves delivering a range of tasks to Clients over 24-hour period 7 days a week, with the main aim of promoting and maintaining Client's independence. Candidates will be expected to work to the demands of the service and will be required to work on a three-shift rota system including early mornings, afternoons and waking nights. Enhanced rates of pay will be paid for working hours after 7pm at night and before 7am.

The post holder will be required to undertake day to day task which include, personal care, dressing, undressing, meal preparation, administering medication, monitoring health and wellbeing, supporting clients to access communal areas, and working alongside Health Care Professionals, Housing 21 team, families, and colleagues in addition to having the ability to work on your own initiative, as well as contributing to the team. There will be an expectation to answer and respond to unplanned emergencies and report to the DSO. You will always be required to follow the care support plan in addition to any completed risk assessments and demonstrate your ability to maintain health and safety for Clients and colleagues.

You don't need previous experience as we'll give you all training and support you need to complete the role.

If you are looking for a rewarding job that offers flexible working hours, good rates of pay, good pension.

Employees have access to a range of support, benefits and discounts including:

• Generous Annual Leave Scheme 25 days annual leave per year (rising to 30 days after 5 years continuous service) plus 8 bank holidays (pro rata).
• Local Government Pension Scheme: Providing financial security
• Supportive management and team
• Training and Development: Opportunities for professional qualifications and ongoing training.
• Wellbeing Support Framework: Includes OH physician services, physiotherapy, CBT, and in-house counselling.
• Employee Wellbeing Support: Fast track physiotherapy, confidential psychological support services, Employee Assistance Programme, and Wisdom" app.
• Paid travel expenses if required to travel to other sites (Terms and conditions apply)
• Cycle to Work Scheme: Promoting a healthy lifestyle.
• Our Derbyshire Rewards: a package of benefits, cashback and discounts.

More details on the benefits of working for the council can be found on our reward and recognition page

Provisional Interview Dare: 21st October 2026

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.

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.