Derbyshire County Council
Care Worker (Ada Belfield)
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Care Worker (Ada Belfield)
Care Worker Vacancy – Ada Belfield Care Centre
Closing date: 05 July 2026
Derbyshire County Council’s services touch the lives of everyone who lives in or visits Derbyshire. Our approach is built on partnership with communities to understand and meet their needs.
Our Care Workers are a vital part of our established teams, and we are seeking dedicated individuals to join Ada Belfield Care Centre.
At Ada Belfield, our residents know they will receive:
- A warm smile – even on difficult days
- Someone who listens, learns, remembers, and encourages reminiscing
- Kindness, patience, and understanding in every interaction
- Joy through music, dance, laughter, and bad jokes
- A hand to hold – fostering a connection that goes beyond basic care
- Someone who truly knows them, anticipating their needs before they can articulate them
- Dedication, optimism, and the ability to make even seemingly impossible situations feel manageable
- The warmth of being cared for, with safety, love, and happiness at the heart of everything we do.
About Ada Belfield Care Centre
Our passionate and caring team at Ada Belfield creates a fulfilling home for residents requiring long-term residential care. We tailor our support to ensure each individual can live life to their fullest potential.
Key features of Ada Belfield:
- Award-winning, purpose-built facility in the heart of Belper
- Beautiful gardens and spaces for activities, entertainment, and relaxation
- On-site amenities including a hairdresser, café, and proximity to shops, town centre, and library
- Opportunities for social enrichment and engagement
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Key Responsibilities
Daily Care & Support
- Provide personal care, domestic assistance, medication management, and health-related activities in line with individualised care plans
- Offer emotional and social support, enhancing residents' quality of life
- Help residents maintain independence through tailored assistance
- Complete and maintain records, including:
- Person-centred care plans
- Activity logs
- Progress reviews
- Admission documentation
Collaboration & Safeguarding
- Work alongside colleagues, other professionals, residents with complex needs, and their families/carers
- Ensure the safeguarding of vulnerable adults in line with Department of Health guidelines
- Uphold confidentiality, adhering to council policies and recording systems
- Manage additional ad-hoc duties as required
Person Specification
Experience and Skills
- Prior experience in caring for people (paid, voluntary, or self-driven)
- Strong empathy and understanding of vulnerable individuals’ needs
- Clear communication skills to relate to a diverse range of residents
- Commitment to dignity, respect, and personalised care
- Ability to:
- Follow structured care routines and adapt to individual changes
- Work both independently and as part of a cohesive team
- Operate flexibly across:
- Full-time and part-time shifts
- Day, night, weekend, and bank holiday coverage
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Why Join Us?
Competitive Benefits
- 25 days’ annual leave (plus an additional 5 days after 5 years’ service)
- Attractive local authority pension scheme
- Guaranteed incremental pay increases over time
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Discounted access to county leisure centres
- Career development opportunities, with ongoing support for your growth
Next Steps
For further details, please download the full Job and Person Specification.
To discuss the role further or ask any questions, contact: Demi.Bonus@derbyshire.gov.uk
Provisional interview date – To Be Confirmmed
Important Notice: Negotiations are ongoing as part of our transformation programme, where Ada Belfield Care Centre is being transferred to an established care provider. This shift aims to enhance our delivery of in-house care services.
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