Closing date: 17 August 2025
We are looking for an individual with strong organisational and communication skills to work within our Quality and Compliance Team, overseeing the delivery and quality assurance of the Council’s directly provided services, including the Council’s residential care homes, domiciliary care and day centres.
The team ensures national guidance is implemented across the Council’s services through the swift revision of policy and procedure. We are looking for an individual who can demonstrate their ability to work well with others to find creative solutions to some immediate challenges.
The Policy and Performance Officers are also responsible for leading quality monitoring of services across the county. Therefore, experience of quality monitoring, attention to detail and an ability to provide formal reports and updates is essential.
We are looking for an individual who is motivated, enthusiastic and who embraces ongoing improvement/development of the Council’s services.
We welcome applications from individuals who have a variety of experience which will add value to the varied work of the team. What is important is that those wishing to apply have a commitment to delivering high quality care to Derbyshire people and have the willingness and skill set which will enable them to quickly understand the responsibilities of care providers and how they can make a unique contribution to the current position.
Employees have access to a range of support, benefits and discounts including:
- Generous Annual Leave Scheme 27 days annual leave per year (rising to 32 days after 5 years continuous service) plus 8 bank holidays (pro rata). Grade dependant.
- Local Government Pension Scheme: Providing financial security
- Supportive management and team
- Training and Development: Opportunities for professional qualifications and ongoing training.
- Wellbeing Support Framework: Includes OH physician services, physiotherapy, CBT, and in-house counselling.
- Employee Wellbeing Support: Fast track physiotherapy, confidential psychological support services, Employee Assistance Programme, and “Wisdom” app.
- Paid travel expenses if required to travel to other sites (Terms and conditions apply)
- Cycle to Work Scheme: Promoting a healthy lifestyle.
- Our Derbyshire Rewards: a package of benefits, cashback and discounts.
More details on the benefits of working for the council can be found on our reward and recognition page here
If you require any further information, please contact Toni Padley (
[email protected])
Provisional interview date: W/C 25/08/2025 
