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

Derbyshire County Council; Matlock; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

LGPS Pension

Training Opportunities

Generous Holiday Allowance

Job summary

Derbyshire County Council is seeking a Senior Care Worker to join Ecclesfold Integrated Day Care Centre in Chapel-en-le-Frith. You will provide person-centred care, support older adults (including those living with dementia), and help plan activities in a 7-day service environment.

The role requires QCF Level 2 in Health and Social Care or equivalent, and the ability to work across a 7-day schedule. DBS checks are part of the safeguarding process, with training opportunities and a competitive

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting older people, especially with dementia.
• Able 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
• Plan and facilitate activities for clients
• Complete personal service planning and reviews
• Manage the booking in and administration of medication

Skills

Dementia care

Patient care

Teamwork

Communication

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

For informal enquiries, please contact: Josie Aldred or Gill Wild 01629 531013

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.

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.