Relief Senior Care Worker (Ecclesfold Resource Centre - Day Centre)

Derbyshire County Council; Chapel-en-le-Frith; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training Opportunities

LGPS Pension

Generous Holiday Allowance

Job summary

Derbyshire County Council is seeking Senior Care Workers for Ecclesfold Integrated Day Care Centre in Chapel-en-le-Frith. The role involves delivering person-centred care to older adults and supporting colleagues in a busy community setting.

Responsibilities include planning activities, maintaining care plans, and handling medication administration. The post requires a commitment to a 7-day service, with pay and conditions in line with local council staffing and safeguarding policies.

Qualifications

• Knowledge and experience of supporting older people, particularly those living with dementia.
• Ability to work across a 7-day service.

Responsibilities

• Work independently and as part of a team to provide person-centred care
• Offer advice and guidance to colleagues and others
• Plan and facilitate activities for clients
• Complete personal service planning and reviews
• Manage the booking in and administration of medication

Skills

Dementia care experience

Older people care

Education

QCF Level 2 in Health and Social Care

Job description

Senior Care Workers - Ecclesfold Integrated Day Care Centre

Location: Chapel-en-le-Frith

Hours: 7-day service, 9:00am - 5:00pm (Monday to Sunday)

Are you passionate about delivering high-quality care and supporting older people in your community?

We're looking for motivated, flexible, and enthusiastic Senior Care Workers to join our experienced team at Ecclesfold Integrated Day Care Centre.

What you'll do:

• Work independently and as part of a team to provide person-centred care
• Offer advice and guidance to colleagues and others
• Plan and facilitate activities for clients
• Complete personal service planning and reviews
• Manage the booking in and administration of medication

Essential requirements:

• Knowledge and experience of supporting older people, particularly those living with dementia
• QCF Level 2 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent)
• Ability to work across a 7-day service (future review may alter opening hours)

Benefits & Perks:

• Training Opportunities - Develop your skills and progress your career
• LGPS Pension - Secure and competitive pension scheme
• Generous Holiday Allowance - Enjoy a healthy work-life balance

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.

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.

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.

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.