Senior Enablement Support Worker (Bennerley Fields Centre)

Derbyshire County Council; Ilkeston; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Derbyshire County Council as a Senior Enablement Support Worker to make a positive impact in the lives of clients with diverse needs. This full-time role provides an excellent work environment, generous benefits, and professional development opportunities. As a key member of the enablement team, you will guide care staff to deliver exceptional support.

Benefits

Access to Local Government Pension Scheme

Generous annual leave (25 days + bank holidays)

Training and development opportunities

Paid travel expenses

Smarter Travel Scheme

In-house occupational services (eye tests, physiotherapy)

Discounts and cashback opportunities

Qualifications

• Compassionate with leadership potential.
• Experience in care provision desirable.
• Ability to support diverse client needs.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality care and support to clients with diverse needs.

Job description

Location: Bennerley Fields Centre, Ilkeston. Reference: JOB/25/01688. 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: Full Time. Appointment type: Permanent. Hours: 37 hours per week. Closing Date: 22 June 2025.

Come Join Our Team as a Senior Enablement Support Worker at Derbyshire County Council Erewash START Team

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of others? Do you have a heart full of compassion and leadership potential? If so, we want YOU to be a part of our dedicated enablement team!

As a Senior Enablement Support Worker, you will provide care and support to clients with diverse needs, acting as a beacon of support and guidance for our care staff.

Your responsibilities will include:

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

We offer:

• The opportunity to work three shifts, including early, late, and 9-5.
• Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Generous annual leave (25 days rising to 30 after 5 years) plus 8 bank holidays (pro rata).
• Training and development opportunities.
• Paid travel expenses for travel to other sites.
• The chance to join our Smarter Travel Scheme, including cycle to work.
• Supportive management and an excellent team environment.
• Access to in-house occupational services, including free eye tests, physiotherapy, and counselling.
• Exclusive Derbyshire rewards with discounts and cashback opportunities.

Provisional Interview Date: TBC.

Due to access to children and/or vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will require a DBS check. A criminal record does not necessarily disqualify you; each case is judged individually.

The role may involve working unsocial hours, including weekends and Bank Holidays, with pay details specified in the contract.

Note: While Derbyshire County Council holds a sponsorship license, we are NOT offering sponsorship for this role. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK without sponsorship.

We welcome applications from individuals who share our values: Collaboration, Innovation, Empowerment, and Accountability. Please review attached documents before applying.