Social Care Worker x 3 - CMB2636e

Salary: £34,434 to £35,412 per annum

Hours: 37 hours per week

Location:
Workington

Contract:
Permanent

• To work in a team to undertake strengths-based assessments and deliver appropriate person-centred support and outcomes for people in Cumbria who have care and support needs.
• To work under supervision and guidance for designated case-work. Where cases become more complex, and in negotiation with the line-manager, case responsibility may transfer to a professionally qualified practitioner.
• To work in ways that promote independence and enable individuals/groups to maximise their strengths.
• To work with stakeholders for better outcomes for the people of Cumbria.
• The post holder will actively promote the work of the Cumberland Council, internally and externally, on the development and delivery of continuously improving modern and competitive services for the people of Cumbria.

We're looking for individuals who embody our organisation's core values: ambitious, collaborative, compassionate, empowering, and innovative. We believe in the power of these values to drive positive change, deliver excellent public services and shape a better future for our communities.

We're also about potential over perfection and we can help you grow in the role and thrive in your career.

Be sure to take a look at the post specification (below) for the essential criteria for this role.

For more information about the role or to arrange an informal chat prior to your application, please contact Lesley.

Rowntree by email at Lesle

This role requires a DBS check. The level of check for this role is:
Enhanced DBS check with a Adults Barred List check.

This role involves working in regulated activity with adults. It is an offence for people who are barred from working in regulated activity to apply for roles that require them to work unsupervised with adults.

• Those who consider themselves disabled as defined by the Equality Act 2010
• Those in care or who have left care and are aged 24 and under
• Those who identify as a member of the British Armed Forces community (service leavers, veterans, their partners or spouses, reservists, cadets).

We're dedicated to enhancing the diversity of our workforce and we encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds. That's why we're a proud Disability Confident Leader and also an Age Friendly Employer - to provide opportunities for everyone to thrive.

To participate in the recruitment process, please let either the hiring manager or our Resourcing Team know by emailing . While adjustments aren't always guaranteed, we'll always listen and we'll try our best to accommodate your needs.

• Closing date: 31/08/2026
• Interview date: TBC