Senior Care Worker (Oakland Village)

Derbyshire County Council; Swadlincote; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

Join Derbyshire County Council as a Senior Care Worker in Swadlincote, where you will lead a compassionate care team and deliver exceptional support to residents. With flexible hours, competitive pay, and opportunities for development, this part-time role is perfect for dedicated individuals committed to making a positive impact in the community.

Benefits

25 days of annual leave

Flexible working options

Local Government Pension Scheme

Employee discounts

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience of working with older people in residential care.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation.

Responsibilities

• Allocating daily tasks within the care team.
• Administering medication with precision.
• Creating personalised service plans.
• Delivering high-quality care to residents.

Skills

Supervisory skills

Administrative skills

Knowledge of residential care issues

Education

NVQ Level II Health & Social Care (Adults)

Job description

Location Oakland Village, Hall Farm Road, Swadlincote Reference JOB/25/01769 Salary details Grade 7 Hourly rate - £13.61 - £14.60 Enhanced hourly rate for working between 7.00pm and 7.00am: £18.14 - £19.46 Salary for 37 hours or pro rata pay for hours of the post. £26,248 - £28,161 (Pay award pending) Job term Part Time Appointment type Permanent Hours 30 hours per week Closing Date 06 July 2025

Join Our Team as a Senior Care Worker at Oakland Community Care Centre!

Are you a compassionate and dynamic individual ready to lead positive change, an exciting opportunity awaits you at Oakland Community Care Centre, where we pride ourselves on providing exceptional care in a warm and welcoming environment.

About Us: Oakland Community Care Centre offers a wide range of individually tailored care to suit various needs including 16 long-term residential care and 16 community support beds. Situated just outside of Swadlincote’s town centre. Oakland is proud of its community links, and we share the site with Trident housing.

As a Senior Care Worker with us, you won't just be providing care; you'll be a beacon of support and guidance, helping our care staff shine their brightest. Your role will involve:

Allocating daily tasks within the care team.

Administering medication with precision.

Creating personalised service plans with a focus on person-centred care.

Delivering high-quality care and support to residents with diverse needs.

Why Join Us: -

Be part of a caring team dedicated to making a difference in people's lives.

Benefit from 25 days of annual leave (plus 5 more after 5 years) pro rata for part time hours, flexible working options, and competitive pay rates for weekends and nights.

Access training and development opportunities to enhance your skills. -

Join the Local Government Pension Scheme and enjoy discounts at selected county leisure centres through the Derbyshire Rewards Scheme.

Qualifications/ Knowledge: The successful applicant will be responsible for assisting in the management of operational activities, supervising staff, and managing resources. Supervisory and administrative skills are essential. Knowledge of residential care issues and relevant legislation is required together with experience of working with older people in residential care. Must hold NVQ Level II Health & Social Care (Adults).

Apply Now: If you're ready for a rewarding challenge and want to be part of a team that values your contribution, we want to hear from you!

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.

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.

Apply now and take the first step towards a fulfilling career with us! By joining Derbyshire County Council you will have access to a range of amazing rewards and employee benefits, including our generous annual leave scheme, excellent local government pension and fantastic employee discounts. To discover more detail about the rewards and benefits available to you, click here

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Please note: Whilst Derbyshire County Council do hold a sponsorship licence, we are NOT currently offering sponsorship for this specific role. Please do not apply if you do not have the right to work in the UK without sponsorship, as your application will be rejected. If you believe that your visa status enables you to work in the UK independently, kindly add your share code and date of birth to your application, and if shortlisted, we will conduct the necessary checks before proceeding further.

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.

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