Senior Care Worker - Dementia & Activities (PT)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Training Opportunities

LGPS Pension

Generous Holiday Allowance

Job summary

Derbyshire County Council are recruiting Senior Care Workers for Meadowview Dementia Care Centre in Matlock. The role is part-time with a three-shift pattern including night work.

You will deliver person-centred care to older residents, provide guidance to colleagues, and help plan activities. Experience with dementia and a QCF Level 2 in Health and Social Care are required, with availability to work across seven days.

Qualifications

• 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.

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.
• Ensure we are delivering a high level of care for those who live with us long term and on a short-term basis.
• Manage the booking in and administration of medication.

Skills

Dementia care

Older people support

Seven-day service

Education

QCF Level 2 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent)

Job description

Derbyshire County Council are recruiting Senior Care Workers for Meadowview Dementia Care Centre in Matlock. The role is part-time with a three-shift pattern including night work.

You will deliver person-centred care to older residents, provide guidance to colleagues, and help plan activities. Experience with dementia and a QCF Level 2 in Health and Social Care are required, with availability to work across seven days.