Job Description
About Us
The Morewood Centre is a short break centre for up to ten people with a Learning Disability and/or Autism. Our home is in the middle of the beautiful Alfreton Park. Our mission is to provide a stimulating and enjoyable environment which people look forward to returning to. Preference will be given to people with learning disability experience.
The Role
We are seeking caring, dedicated individuals to join our team as Night Care Assistant. You will work alongside other Night Care Assistants each night. This includes supporting with nutrition and hydration, personal care, and medication.
Key Responsibilities
How to Apply
Provisional Interview Date: 10th September 2026
If you are interviewed to an interview please being a long two forms of identification.
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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Important: Derbyshire County Council holds a sponsorship licence, but this role does not offer visa sponsorship. Please apply only if you already have the right to work in the UK without sponsorship, as applications that do not meet this requirement will be rejected.
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.
The Morewood Centre is a short break centre for up to ten people with a Learning Disability and/or Autism. Our home is in the middle of the beautiful Alfreton Park. Our mission is to provide a stimulating and enjoyable environment which people look forward to returning to. Preference will be given to people with learning disability experience.
The Role
We are seeking caring, dedicated individuals to join our team as Night Care Assistant. You will work alongside other Night Care Assistants each night. This includes supporting with nutrition and hydration, personal care, and medication.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide high-quality, person-centred care to clients, tailored to their individual needs.
- Maintain accurate and timely care records.
- Collaborate with team members to ensure the highest standards of care are upheld.
- Working as part of a valued care team you'll be ensuring our clients stay happy, healthy and well.
- Experience in a care role is an advantage but not essential-full training will be provided.
- A kind, compassionate approach with a passion for supporting people with a Learning Disability and/or Autism.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- A commitment to promoting independence and dignity in care.
- A fulfilling and rewarding role within a supportive team.
- Comprehensive training and opportunities for career development.
- A competitive benefits package, including pension contributions and generous holiday entitlement.
- A chance to make a genuine difference in the lives of Learning Disability and/or Autism.
How to Apply
Provisional Interview Date: 10th September 2026
If you are interviewed to an interview please being a long two forms of identification.
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
ASCH1
Important: Derbyshire County Council holds a sponsorship licence, but this role does not offer visa sponsorship. Please apply only if you already have the right to work in the UK without sponsorship, as applications that do not meet this requirement will be rejected.
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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