Hours: 30 hours per week

Contract: Permanent

Location: Carlisle or Workington

About this opportunity

We are looking to recruit an experienced, self-motivated and flexible Business Support Administrator to work as part of the Cumberland Conference and Review IRO Service.

Ideal candidates will already be experienced in a wide range of general office skills and can work on their own initiative whilst working as part of a very busy team.  Experience in both communication with internal and external colleagues and partners as well as being proficient in the administration of meetings and minute taking is essential as this is a large and integral part of this role. 

The postholder will provide business support administration for both the Children Cared for Reviews and Child Protection Conference processes within the Conference and Review Service.  The postholder will be expected to be flexible between the two areas of work to meet business need. You must be IT literate and have an NVQ level 2 or 3 or equivalent, or equivalent knowledge and experience.

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 Tracey Howe by email at [email protected]

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.

Application and Interview information

Closing date: 24/05/2026

Interview date: 09/06/2026

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

About this opportunity

• To assist the Homeless Accommodation Manager, Assistant Manager and Senior Homeless Accommodation Officer in the delivery of a 24-hour direct access quality community-based accommodation service providing housing related support to people experiencing homelessness in fulfilment of the Councils statutory duties towards housing applicants under the Housing Act 1996 parts VI and VII.
• To be responsible for checking residents in and out of homeless temporary accommodation dealing with accidents, incidents and emergencies; carrying out and regular health and safety checks and reporting concerns; reporting repairs and monitoring property standards; and preparing rooms for re-let.
• To be responsible for providing housing related support services and conducting regular assessments of need focused on rehousing, health and wellbeing, working with internal teams and external partners to access appropriate interventions for all residents within Carlisle’s homeless accommodation portfolio.

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 Tammie Rhodes by email at [email protected]

DBS Checks

This role requires a DBS check. The level of check for this role is: Enhanced DBS check with a Children’s and Adults 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.

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.Application and Interview informationEasily apply by submitting your CV and answering a few short questions

• Closing date: 31/05/2026
• 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

Salary: £32,061 to £32,597 per annum

Hours: 37 hours per week

Location: Civic Centre, Carlisle

Contract: Permanent

About this opportunity

The Welfare Advice Service is part of and supports the work of the Homeless Prevention and Accommodation Services in Carlisle in meeting its statutory duties under the Housing Act 1996, Homeless Reduction Act 2017 and Domestic Abuse Act 2021. 

The Welfare Advice Service provides high quality, confidential, welfare and benefits advice and assistance to all residents within the Carlisle locality area. 

Purpose of the role

To assist the Welfare Advice Services Manager in providing high quality, confidential, welfare advice services to all residents within the Carlisle locality area. 

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 Karen Shields by email at [email protected]

DBS Checks

This role requires a DBS check. The level of check for this role is:Enhanced DBS check with a Children’s/Adults 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.

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.

Application and Interview information

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

• Closing date: 27/05/2026
• Interview date: TBC

Please read the supporting information:

• Post Specification