Community Care Worker - Out of Hours
Closing date: 08 November 2026
Starting Point Children's Services | Derbyshire County Council Part-Time | County Hall, Matlock | Make a Difference When It Matters Most
Are you looking for a role that's more than just a job? Do you thrive in fast-paced environments, enjoy working as part of a supportive team, and want to help protect and support children and families when they need it most?
Starting Point's Out of Hours Team is looking for an enthusiastic, compassionate and resilient Community Care Worker to join our dedicated service. Every shift brings new challenges, new experiences and the opportunity to make a genuine difference in the lives of children and young people across Derbyshire.
Why Join Us?
- 🌟 Be part of a highly respected Out of Hours service
- 🌟 Support vulnerable children, young people and families during critical situations
- 🌟 Work alongside Social Workers, Police, Health Services and other partner agencies
- 🌟 Gain valuable experience in safeguarding, assessment and family support
- 🌟 Develop your career within Children's Services and access wider opportunities across the authority
- 🌟 Enjoy the variety and excitement that no two shifts can offer
About The Role
As a Community Care Worker, you'll work closely with Social Workers to:
- Support home visits and welfare checks
- Respond to new referrals and safeguarding concerns
- Assist with assessments of children and families
- Help implement support and intervention plans
- Record information and contribute to reports and assessments
- Work collaboratively with partner agencies to achieve positive outcomes for children and families
Who We're Looking For
We're keen to hear from people who have experience working with children, young people or families within social care, education, health care or community settings.
You'll bring
- Excellent communication skills
- Compassion, resilience and sound judgement
- Confidence working independently and as part of a team
- Strong organisational and IT skills
- A commitment to safeguarding and improving outcomes for children
- Flexibility to work evenings, weekends and bank holidays
Working Pattern
Based at County Hall, Matlock, shifts may include:
- 4 week rolling rota week day - Start times are 16:30-00:30
- Weekend hours are 12hour shifts either 09:00-21:00 or 12:30-00:30.
- Enhancements are paid after 7pm and on Bank Holidays
- Rotas are designed to provide essential support across the county's 24-hour social care provision.
Ready for Something Different?
If you're passionate about helping children and families, looking for a rewarding challenge, and want to be part of a team that makes a real impact every day, we'd love to hear from you
Provisional Interview Date: 18 November 2026
