Derbyshire residents urged to consider becoming care workers amid pandemic

Derbyshire residents are being encouraged to become care workers to support some of the county’s most vulnerable residents during the coronavirus outbreak.
The council is on the lookout for new care workers.The council is on the lookout for new care workers.
The council is on the lookout for new care workers.

Derbyshire County Council is hoping to attract people who have found themselves out of work as a result of the pandemic and is offering flexible, long or short-term contracts.

It wants to hear from people looking for full and part-time roles, including former carers who may consider a return to the profession, people aged 18 or over or retirees.

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As the council responds to the rapidly-changing situation, it has introduced fast-track applications and will meet the costs of a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Recruits are needed to offer support to help older and disabled people lead dignified, fulfilled lives in their own homes or in a council-run care home.

Tasks would include helping people get washed and dressed, preparing light meals or snacks and supporting people to take their medication or offer personal care.

There are also vacancies in the council’s residential homes to help get people out of hospital when they are well enough as well as supporting long-term residents or people needing help after surgery.

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New starters, along with all other county council care staff, would have access to all the personal protective equipment they need to stay safe while doing their job in line with government guidelines.

No previous experience is necessary as full training will be given and the authority also offers support to help staff manage their well-being, particularly during this challenging time.

Councillor Jean Wharmby, cabinet member of adult social care, said: “Our carers are doing an amazing job in very trying circumstances and I’d like to take this opportunity to thank them all.

“But we need more people like them so if your working situation has changed in any way – either temporarily or permanently – why not consider working for us? Become a care hero and make a difference.”

Apply now at www.derbyshire.gov.uk/working-for-us/jobs/coronavirus.