Shared Lives Carer

 

Are you looking for an opportunity to make a real difference to someone's life?

Have you ever thought about being a Shared Lives Carer?

 

What is a Shared Lives Carer?

Being a Shared Lives Carer is a unique experience and the type of support you offer can be flexible to meet your own personal circumstances. The role can fit around other work commitments and family responsibilities and be provided right from your own home.

 

The care provided by you could include having someone live with you spend the week or weekend with you or meeting up with someone once or twice a week. You would support someone to enhance their living skills help develop new skills support someone with their hobbies such as fell walking crafts sports shopping or to enjoy activities like going to the cinema concerts the pub and holidays or even supporting them with a work placement or volunteering job. The type of support you have to offer can be discussed with our team and we encourage people from all backgrounds with different skills and interests.

You could support anyone over the age of 18 with additional needs such as learning disabilities mental health dementia or physical disabilities. This is all done with the supervision and guidance of a Shared Lives scheme worker.

 

How to become a Shared Lives Carer

Anyone over the age of 18 can become a Shared Lives Carer and our carers come from a variety of backgrounds. They can be people who are working or not people from all ethnic and cultural backgrounds couples with or without children at home single people grandparents and single parents so finding childcare would not be an issue.

You can work from home choose your own hours and you don't need to have substantial experience working in care as full training will be given and ongoing support is readily available from the Shared Lives Team.

Everyone applying to the scheme will be carefully assessed. This will include a full DBS check home health and safety check and personal health checks. All information is kept confidential.

During the assessment you will build a relationship with your scheme worker who will then represent you at a panel for approval. This can take 2-3 months.

 

Who are we looking for?

We welcome people from all walks of life to support our service and become a Shared Lives carer. Each carer develops a personal profile which is used to match them with an individual requiring support based on common interests location and support needs.

For long term and respite support a spare bedroom is essential.

As a Shared Lives carer, you are self-employed and receive tax benefits. Long term carers benefit from 28 nights paid respite.

You will have the opportunity to become a shared lives plus member which can support you with advice about the legal and tax arrangements - you'll also receive many discounts and access to a whole community of Shared Lives carers for advice if you join.

Access to training courses as well as peer group meetings arranged by your scheme worker.

You will be a part of a service regulated by the CQC and have a dedicated scheme worker to talk through anything you're not sure about and celebrate your successes.

 

Allowance and discretionary payments information

An allowance of up to £687 per week for long term arrangements

An allowance of up to £779 per week / £111 per night for respite arrangements

up to £12.70 per hour day support

All payments made for support provided are Tax Free

 

How to register your interest or find out more

To find out more about this Service and to have an informal chat with one of our team please call: 03300565697

Location: Cumberland

Or email the team on: [email protected] 

Website: www.cumberland.gov.uk/shared-lives

Salary: A voluntary agreement to support on the unpaid Return to Social Work Practice ProgrammeHours: FlexibleWorkbase: Carlisle or Workington

 

Return to Social Work ProgrammeCumberland Council’s Children & Family Wellbeing Directorate is offering a Return to Social Work programme for social workers looking to resume their careers after a break. This initiative is designed to support returnees in completing the Continuous Professional Development (CPD) necessary for re-registering with Social Work England (SWE). Successful applicants will be provided with supervised practice under the guidance of a registered professional, allowing them to refresh their skills and knowledge in a supportive environment as they work towards regaining their SWE registration. Importantly, during this supervised period, there is no requirement to manage a caseload.

 

Supervised practice will involve shadowing social workers and could include activities such as:

• Offering information, support, and guidance to children, young people, and their families
• Conducting assessments
• Developing care plans
• Applying relevant legislation
• Collaborating with other agencies
• Participating in team and multi-disciplinary meetings and recording case details
• Attending training sessions
• Engaging in other tasks relevant to the setting.

 

Our Support During the ProgrammeWe are committed to ensuring that those returning to social work have a positive, supportive learning experience and feel like valued team members. Supervisors, managers, and practice educators will work closely with participants to ensure they receive the necessary support and development. Participants will:

• Receive a thorough induction and complete essential mandatory training before starting.
• Access a combination of E-learning, virtual, and in-person training.
• Be assigned a mentor for ongoing support and guidance throughout the programme.
• Attend weekly supervision and caseload management meetings with a social worker.

 

CPD Requirements for Re-registering with SWEThe amount of CPD required to re-register varies depending on how long someone has been out of practice. For example:

• If absent for 2-5 years, they need to demonstrate at least 30 days of updating their skills, knowledge, and experience.
• If absent for more than 5 years, they must show at least 60 days of updates. *A day is typically counted as 7 hours according to SWE guidelines.

For more detailed guidance on restoration, please visit the SWE website.

 

Eligibility Criteria

• Applicants must have previously been registered as a Social Worker with either the Health & Care Professions Council (HCPC) or Social Work England (SWE).
• They must not have been removed from the register due to a listed offence.
• They must not have been subject to a removal order within the last 5 years, OR, if more than 5 years have passed since the order, they must not have made an unsuccessful application to restore their registration within the last 12 months.
• They must not have been convicted of a listed offence.

 

Steps to Re-register with Social Work EnglandTo start the process of restoring registration, follow the steps provided on the Social Work England (SWE) website. Key requirements include:

Creating an account with SWE.

Providing the following documentation:

• Proof of any name changes (e.g., a certified colour copy of a marriage certificate).
• Qualification details.
• Evidence of updated skills and knowledge (for those absent more than two years).
• Employment history since leaving the register.
• Disclosure of any criminal convictions, cautions, or health conditions not previously reported to SWE, HCPC, or GSCC.
• Details of any fitness-to-practice investigations by a regulatory body.
• Up-to-date proof of English language proficiency (in some cases).

Participants can use their profession towards the return-to-practice hours required for SWE registration.

 

DBSThis role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974 and requires an enhanced DBS check with an Adults and Children’s Barred List check.

 

Please note this role involves working in regulated activity with adults and Children. 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 and Children.

 

Safer RecruitmentAt Cumberland Council we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the safety and welfare of children, young people and adults at risk and expects all employees, volunteers and the Externally Provided Workforce (EPWs) to share this commitment.

 

Easily apply by submitting your CV and answering a few short questions

 

This is a rolling advert meaning applications will be considered as and when we receive them. If you are successfully shortlisted, we will contact you directly to arrange an interview date and time.

 

Click here for Post Specification

 

Looking to return to practice and require Social Work England Restoration? Get in touch with our team today via [email protected] to discuss options for doing your 30 or 60 day placement.

 

If this sounds like you, and you share our passion, then please get in touch!

Job Title: Support Worker 

Location: Burnrigg Court, Carlisle

Salary: £13.91 per hour

Hours: Various hours between 16 to 31.5 Hours

Contract: Temporary and Permanent Posts

 

About this opportunity

We have opportunities for caring and compassionate people to join our Care Services Cumberland team at Burnrigg Court, as Support Workers (Carer, Care Worker, Care Assistant) providing support and care within our Residential Care Services. 

 

About Residential Care 

Help older adults live their life how they choose and enjoy their later years. Support people to stay active and healthy by encouraging good nutrition and promoting fitness and mobility, as well as supporting emotional wellness. 

 

About the role 

As a Support Worker (Carer, Care Worker, Care Assistant) you will get the opportunity to know people individually and support their wellbeing through physical and emotional care. You may also assist with medication, providing personal care, and encouraging our people to achieve or maintain independence. 

 

No experience or qualifications are needed to get started. We will help and support you with fully paid training and development – we are looking for the right people, with the right qualities. If you do have experience, then take the next step in your career with us. As a large employer we can offer great opportunities to develop and build your skills to take you where you want to go. 

If you’re friendly, compassionate and want to make a difference to people’s lives’, we would love to speak with you! 

 

 

Who we’re looking for

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.

 

APPLY HERE

 

DBS ChecksThis role requires a DBS check. The level of check for this role is - Enhanced DBS Check with a Adults Barred List check.

Please note 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. Guaranteed Interviews

We offer a guaranteed interview to the following applicants as long as your application can demonstrate you meet the essential criteria for the role.

• 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
• Armed forces veterans whose last long term substantive employer was the armed forces

If you meet one or more of the criteria above, and wish to be considered for this scheme, select 'yes' to the appropriate question during your application. Find out more.

 

Diversity, Inclusion & AdjustmentsWe’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.

 

If you need any reasonable adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please let either the hiring manager or our Resourcing Team know by emailing [email protected]. While adjustments aren’t always guaranteed, we’ll always listen and we’ll try our best to accommodate your needs.

Please read the supporting information:

• Post Specification

 

Please also refer to our Careers site to find out more:

• Our Staff Benefits
• Candidate Support
• About Cumberland Council

If you’re someone who loves helping others live well, we’d be delighted to welcome you to The Gables Residential Home, Whitehaven as a Support Worker. We have the following roles available31.5 Hours, 18 Hours, 21.5 Hours and 0 hours per week, paid at £13.91 per hour on a permanent basis.

At The Gables, you’ll build genuine connections with the people you support. As a Support Worker (Carer, Care Worker, Care Assistant), you’ll play an important part in helping older adults enjoy their later years, whether that's through offering emotional reassurance, supporting with personal care or medication, or encouraging people to stay active, independent, and well. Every day is about helping someone live the life they choose.

You don’t need previous experience or qualifications to join us. We provide full, paid training and ongoing development, because what matters most are your values, kindness, compassion, and the desire to make a real difference. And if you already have experience, this is a fantastic opportunity to grow your skills and take the next step in your career.

We’re looking for people who reflect our organisation’s values: ambitious, collaborative, compassionate, empowering, and innovative. We don’t expect perfection, we believe in potential, and we’ll help you thrive in the role.

If you’re friendly, caring and ready to make a positive impact, we’d love to hear from you. Take a look at the post specification for the essential criteria and see if this could be the perfect next step for you.

#INDASC

APPLY HERE

 

DBS ChecksThis role requires a DBS check. The level of check for this role is - Enhanced DBS Check with a Adults Barred List check.

Please note 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.

Diversity, Inclusion & AdjustmentsWe’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.

 

If you need any reasonable adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please let either the hiring manager or our Resourcing Team know by emailing [email protected]. While adjustments aren’t always guaranteed, we’ll always listen and we’ll try our best to accommodate your needs.

 

Please note this role may close early subject to demand. If you’re interested in applying, you should apply well before the advised closing date. We cannot accept applications once the role has closed.

 

Please read the supporting information:

Post Specification

 

Please also refer to our Careers site to find out more:

• Our Staff Benefits
• Candidate Support
• About Cumberland Council