Location: The Gables Residential Home, Whitehaven

Salary: £12.65 per hour (£11,217 per annum pro pro rata equivalent)

Hours: 17 hours per week

Contract: Temporary

 

About this opportunity

 

To maintain a high standard of cleanliness throughout the home/service unit and its immediate parameters and adhere to the Infection Control Policy and promote good hygiene.

 

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.

 

Contact

 

For more information about the role or to arrange an informal chat prior to your application, please contact Colette Tynan by email at Colette,[email protected]

 

DBS Checks

This role requires a DBS check. The level of check for this role is - Enhanced DBS.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
• Those who identify as a member of the British Armed Forces community (service leavers, veterans, their partners or spouses, reservists, cadets).

 

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 & Adjustments

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.

 

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.

 

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

 

Application and Interview information

 

• Closing date: 05/10/2026
• Interview date: TBC

 

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

If you’re someone who genuinely cares about helping older adults live independently and happily, we’d love you to join our team at Monkwray Court in Whitehaven. We’re recruiting Support Workers for flexible zero‑hour roles, all paid at £13.91 per hour on a permanent contract.

In Extra Care Housing, every person has their own home, whether that’s a flat, bungalow, or part of a retirement community, and your role is to support them to live the life they choose. As a Support Worker, you’ll build real relationships, support residents’ wellbeing, help with personal care or medication when needed, and encourage independence wherever possible.

You don’t need experience to get started. What matters most is kindness, reliability, and a genuine desire to make a difference. We’ll give you full, paid training and plenty of opportunities to grow your skills and confidence. And if you already have experience, this is a great place to take the next step in your career.

If you’re friendly, compassionate, and want to work somewhere that truly values people, you’ll fit right in. We'd love to talk to 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.

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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 Employer 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

Location: The Gables, Residential Home, WhitehavenSalary: £26,428 per annum pro rataHours: 21 hours per weekContract: Permanent

 

About this opportunity

 

Cumberland Council is seeking a passionate and flexible Cook to join our dedicated care team. In this rewarding role, you’ll be responsible for preparing and presenting nutritious, appetising meals that cater to a variety of dietary needs and personal preferences. You’ll also help plan menus, manage stock, maintain hygiene standards, and ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the kitchen.

 

We’re looking for someone with a Basic Food Hygiene Certificate, experience in cooking for diverse dietary requirements, and a friendly, team-focused attitude. In return, you’ll enjoy a supportive working environment, opportunities for training and development, and the chance to make a real difference in the lives of our residents. If you’re enthusiastic about food and care, we’d love to hear from you.

 

This role is available on a permanent basis.

 

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.

 

Contact

 

For more information about the role or to arrange an informal chat prior to your application, please contact Colette Tynan by email at [email protected]

 

DBS Checks

This role requires a DBS check. The level of check for this role is:

 

 

Enhanced DBS check.

 

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 & Adjustments

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 Employer 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.

 

Application and Interview information

 

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

• Closing date: 05/10/2026
• Interview date: TBC

 

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