Broker (3 posts)

Closing date: 01 November 2026

An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Brokerage Service for three Brokers who will be responsible for the brokering of Home Care packages, Care Home Packages and out of hospital pathways. The roles will involve liaising and negotiating with care homes and home care providers, people and their advocates, as well as working closely with Health and Adult Social Care colleagues.

The vacancies are on a temporary fixed term six-month contract, working on a Monday to Friday basis. It is possible that the posts may be extended however this depends on the requirements nearer the time and funding availability.

You will need to develop and maintain a good knowledge of services available, be able to negotiate details of service provision, act as a contact point, and be able to develop and maintain effective working relationships. The successful candidate will also be confident in the use of IT systems and processes, be able to maintain accurate records, prepare brief reports and statistics, and manage their own workload to meet deadlines.

We offer a hybrid approach to working, with our team currently working from home and from the office at least one day per week, to meet the needs of the service.

Please see the job and person profile for more information.

Employees have access to a range of support, benefits and discounts including:

• Generous Annual Leave Scheme 25 days annual leave per year (rising to 30 days after 5 years continuous service) plus 8 bank holidays (pro rata).
• 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

Provisional Interview Date: 12 November 2026