Senior Care Worker (Oakland Village)

East Midlands Councils/East Midlands Jobs; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Derbyshire County Council is recruiting for a Senior Care Worker (Nights) in their Specialist Dementia Services team. Based at Oakland Residential Community Care Centre, you will lead a night shift delivering person-centred dementia care, ensuring safety, dignity and wellbeing for residents.

You will supervise care staff, administer medication safely, maintain accurate records and respond to emergencies, while collaborating with families and healthcare professionals to maintain a supportive

Qualifications

• Experience in health and social care, ideally supporting people living with dementia.
• Demonstrates excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Understands safeguarding responsibilities and promotes best practice.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the night care team to deliver exceptional dementia care.
• Ensure dignity, independence and wellbeing of residents.
• Provide guidance and supervision to care staff.
• Administer medication safely in line with policies and procedures.
• Complete care records and documentation accurately.
• Respond to changing needs and emergency situations.
• Promote a safe, caring and homely environment during night hours.
• Work collaboratively with families, healthcare professionals and colleagues.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Dementia care experience

Safeguarding awareness

Education

Qualified in Health and Social Care

Job description

Senior Care Worker (Nights) - Specialist Dementia Services

Derbyshire County Council

Location: Oakland Residential Community Care Centre

Contract: Permanent

Make a Difference Every Night

Are you a compassionate, experienced care professional who is passionate about delivering outstanding dementia care? Derbyshire County Council is seeking a dedicated

Senior Care Worker (Nights) to join our Specialist Dementia Services team.

Working as part of our highly skilled night team, you will play a vital role in ensuring the safety, comfort and wellbeing of people living with dementia. You will provide leadership and support to care colleagues while maintaining high standards of person-centred care throughout the night.

About the Role

• Lead and support the night care team to deliver exceptional dementia care
• Ensure the dignity, independence and wellbeing of residents are always promoted
• Act as a role model, providing guidance and supervision to care staff
• Administer medication safely in line with policies and procedures
• Complete care records and documentation accurately
• Respond effectively to changing needs and emergency situations
• Promote a safe, caring and homely environment during night-time hours
• Work collaboratively with families, healthcare professionals and colleagues

What We're Looking For

• Has experience working within health and social care, ideally supporting people living with dementia
• Holds, or is willing to work towards, a relevant Health and Social Care qualification
• Has experience supervising or leading a team
• Demonstrates excellent communication and organisational skills
• Is caring, reliable and committed to delivering person-centred care
• Understands safeguarding responsibilities and promotes best practice

Why Join Derbyshire County Council?

Rewarding career supporting people living with dementia

Comprehensive induction and ongoing training opportunities

Career progression and development pathways

Generous annual leave entitlement

Opportunity to work within a supportive and experienced team

Provisional Interview Date: 9th November 2026