Headteacher

Required for September 2026
Headteacher
Group 6  Leadership Pay Range  (£95,735) to (£110,892)

The Governors are seeking to appoint a strategic leader who can inspire staff and students in our 
genuinely inclusive school.

St Benedict’s is a happy and successful school. It has served the town of Whitehaven and surrounding areas for over 50 years. The school relocated in January 2019 to a brand new £33m Campus which was purposely designed and built to a high specification. The Campus sees the co-location of St Benedict’s School with our close neighbour, Mayfield Special School.  The Campus has superb facilities that are used extensively by the community.

We are:
•    A large 11-19 Catholic School and Sixth Form Centre located on the outskirts of the historic harbour town of Whitehaven and close to the western boundary of the Lake District National Park;
•    A popular faith school with a truly comprehensive intake, a key role in our local community and a strong foundation of moral purpose;

You are:
•    A practising Catholic with a clear vision and strong commitment to Catholic education, who will not only cherish and support the Catholic ethos of our school but commit to develop this further;
•    A candidate with a proven track record of success in senior leadership and a passion for education and making a difference to children’s lives;
•    A skilful communicator with a powerful and persistent focus on the development of excellence in teaching and learning
•    Passionate about influencing, challenging and motivating all members of the school community to achieve a shared vision; 
•    Committed to safeguarding and the welfare and wellbeing of children and staff.

We will offer you:
•    A good school with an outstanding Catholic ethos, rooted in the Gospel and inspired by the Benedictine tradition. St Benedict’s lives its motto, Through Love of Christ, delight in Virtue, fostering a calm, caring community shaped by stewardship, humility, truthful living, diligence, dignity and forgiveness. 
•    A supportive, welcoming and caring culture throughout the school, based on the values of the Catholic faith where the development of every person matters;
•    Hard-working, committed and aspirational staff and students;
•    A strong and determined leadership team;
•    The whole-hearted support of a challenging but supportive Governing Body which is committed, experienced and ambitious for the future of St Benedict’s.
•    A relatively new building within a unique Campus (not PFI/EFA);

This is a Reserved Post for Practising Catholics (see guidance document).

St Benedict’s School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its students.  All applicants are subject to the requirements of the Safeguarding Children and Safer Recruitment in Education guidelines.  This will include checks with past employers and the need for the successful applicant to hold or undergo a suitable enhanced DBS disclosure. 

Please download the application pack from the school’s website at www.st-benedicts.cumbria.sch.uk

Please email enquiries to Andrea Hartley, Clerk to Governors at [email protected] 

Prospective candidates are warmly encouraged to visit the school and should contact Lesley Taylor, PA to the Headteacher on 01946 692275 or by email at [email protected] 

Closing date for applications is 12 noon on Monday, 2nd February 2026.
Interviews will be held in the week commencing 23rd February 2026.

 

Date posted
Reference Number
3732
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Work pattern

Night Support Worker (Eskdale House, Longtown) - CMB2133e

Night Support Worker Vacancies – Eskdale House, Longtown

Hourly Rate: £13.90 per hour

Location(s): Eskdale House, Longtown

Available Hours: 1 x 0 hours 

 

About this opportunity

Are you interested in supporting Adults in Cumbria?

Would you like to be part of our friendly, hardworking teams, making a difference to someone’s life?

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

Experience is required for this role. 

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.

 

This role is an opportunity to help older adults live their life how they choose and enjoy their later years. You will be supporting people to stay active and healthy by encouraging good nutrition and promoting fitness and mobility as well as supporting emotional wellness.

Experience is requried! 

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

Application and Interview Information

We have made it easier to apply for a job in care. Simply fill in the details on our online application form and a member of our Recruitment team will be in touch to help you find the right role for you.

We look forward to hearing from you!

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:

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Support Worker (Burnrigg Court, Carlisle) - CMB2039e

Job Title: Support Worker (Days and Nights)

Location: Burnrigg Court, Carlisle

Salary: £13.47 - £13.90 per hour

Hours: Various hours between 17 – 29.25

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:

 

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

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CARLISLE
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Social Worker (Safeguarding Adults) - CMB1997e

*Relocation Opportunities Available*

Job Title: Social Worker – Safeguarding AdultsLocation: Carlisle or WorkingtonSalary: £38,220 - £39,152 per annumHours: 37Contract: Permanent

 

About this opportunity

Are you a passionate Social Worker looking to make a real difference in people’s lives while working in one of the most beautiful parts of the UK? We’re seeking three enthusiastic and committed practitioners to join our Safeguarding Adults Team in Cumberland.

Based primarily across North and West Cumbria, with flexibility to support other areas, this is an exciting opportunity to take on a pivotal role protecting adults at risk, leading safeguarding enquiries, chairing case conferences, and working closely with partners such as health services, the police, and the voluntary sector.

You’ll manage a varied caseload, provide expert safeguarding advice, and use a strengths-based approach to empower individuals, reduce risks, and protect vulnerable adults from harm, abuse, and neglect.

 

Why join us?

  • Relocation package available – We know moving for a role is a big decision, so we’re here to make it easier. Support is available to help you settle into your new home and community.
  • A lifestyle you won’t find elsewhere – Living and working in Cumbria offers the best of both worlds. You’ll have a fulfilling and rewarding career while being surrounded by stunning landscapes, from the world-famous Lake District National Park to unspoilt coastlines and vibrant market towns. Whether you enjoy hiking, water sports, cycling, or simply relaxing in a picturesque setting, Cumbria provides an outstanding quality of life.
  • Supportive environment – You’ll be part of a team that values collaboration, compassion, and innovation. We focus on potential over perfection, giving you opportunities to develop your skills and grow your career.
  • A role with real impact – This isn’t just a job. It’s a chance to make a genuine difference in safeguarding the most vulnerable adults in our community.

 

Who we’re looking for

We’re looking for qualified Social Workers with there social work registeration who share our values: ambitious, collaborative, compassionate, empowering, and innovative. Experience of the Care Act, Mental Capacity Act, and safeguarding principles is desirable, but above all, we’re seeking people who care deeply about protecting others and working in partnership to create positive outcomes.

If you’re ready for a new challenge in a supportive, forward-thinking team – and perhaps a new life in one of the most beautiful parts of the UK – then we’d love to hear from you.

 

Contact

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

 

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.

 

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.

 

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:

Click here for the Post Specification

 

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

 

#INDASC

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Return to Social Work - Children's - CMB1994e

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!

     

    #INDCSC

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    Shared Lives Carer

    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/sharedlives

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    Support Worker (Reablement) - covering Allerdale and Copeland CMB1883e

    Job Title: Support Worker (Reablement)

    Location: Allerdale and Copeland

    Salary: £13.68 per hour

    Hours: Various Hours Available

    Contract: Permanent 

     

    Support at Home is a 365 day a year, 7 day a week, 24-hour service. This will include weekend and Bank Holiday rotas. Typically, we our shifts run between the hours of 7.30am – 9.30pm.

     

     

    Would you like a rewarding role, where you can not only promote a person independence, but make a real difference to someone’s life every single day?

     

    We have opportunities for caring and compassionate people to join our Support at Home teams across Allerdale and Copeland, as Reablement Support Workers.

    Our Reablement Team, work with people who have been identified as having reablement needs to enable them to achieve identified outcomes; supporting them to retain as much independence as possible and remain living within their local community in their own home environment.

     

    About the role

    As a Reablement Support Worker your role is to enable individuals to remain in their own homes, supporting their recovery after a stay in hospital.

    You will get the opportunity to know people individually, supporting their recovery and wellbeing through physical and emotional care, including support with everyday tasks, personal care and ensuring that reablement outcomes are met in accordance with a person centred, strength based reablement plan.

    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 come and take the next step in your career with us!

     

    Who we’re looking for

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

    Please note: There will be a need to respond to service users who will not always be accessible via public transport, due to the geographical dispersal of the staff and people we support, throughout the Service.

     

    DBS Checks

    This 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.

      APPLY NOW

     

    Please read the supporting information:

    Post Specification

     

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

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    Support Worker (The Gables, Whitehaven) - CMB2137e

    Job Title: Support Worker 

    Location: The Gables Residential Home, Whitehaven

    Salary: £13.47 per hour

    Hours: Hours between 16.5 to 23.5 

    Nights: 19.5 

    Contract: Permanent

     

    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.

    This role is an opportunity to help older adults live their life how they choose and enjoy their later years. You will be supporting people to stay active and healthy by encouraging good nutrition and promoting fitness and mobility as well as supporting emotional wellness.

    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 come and take the next step in your career with us.

    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.

    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:

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    Whitehaven
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    Support Worker (Lapstone House, Millom) - CMB2132e

    Job Title: Support Worker's

    Location: Lapstone House, Millom

    Salary: £13.47 to £13.90 per hour

    Hours: 1 x 0 hour day and 2 x 21 hours days, 1 x 24 hour days and 1 x 35.63 hour Nights

    Contract: Permanent

     

    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.

    This role is an opportunity to help older adults live their life how they choose and enjoy their later years. You will be supporting people to stay active and healthy by encouraging good nutrition and promoting fitness and mobility as well as supporting emotional wellness.

    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 come and take the next step in your career with us.

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

     

    About Our Home

    Lapstone House provides a cosy warm environment making you feel right at home, we are a small home with 23 bedrooms in total, and split over two floors on both floors we have a lounge and dining area.

    We accommodate people with physical frailty and people living with Dementia. The environment we create at Lapstone is to encourage our residents to stay active in body and mind which supports the person's independence and dignity at all times. We deliver the highest quality of care to our residents.

    Working within our Residential Care Service will typically involve working shifts which usually cover between 7am until 10pm (days) or 9.30pm – 7.30am (nights), over 7 days, 365 day a year – this will include alternate weekends (as part of a set rota) and Bank Holidays.

     

    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.

    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:

    job basis
    Part time
    job category
    SUPPORT/CARE WORKERS
    job location
    Millom
    job maxsalary
    13.47
    job minsalary
    13.47
    job reference
    REQ00000019193
    job region
    SOUTH LAKELAND - SOUTH & CENTRAL CUMBRIA
    job salary
    £13.47 - £13.90 per hour
    job publish date
    job audience
    e

    Night Support Worker (Richmond Park, Workington) - CMB2134e

    Night Support Worker Vacancies – Richmond Park, Workington

    Location: Richmond Park Care Home, Workington

    Hourly Rate: £13.47 per hour

    Available Hours: 1 x 19 hour night shift, 1 x 23.25 hour night shift and 1 x 0 hour day shift

    Contract: Permanent

     

    Are you interested in supporting Adults in Cumbria?

    Would you like to be part of our friendly, hardworking teams, making a difference to someone’s life?

    We have opportunities for caring and compassionate people to join our Care Services Cumberland team at Richmond Park, 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!

    Application and Interview information

    We have made it easier to apply for a job in care. Simply fill in the details on our online application form and a member of our Recruitment team will be in touch to help you find the right role for you.

     

    APPLY HERE:

    We look forward to hearing from you!

    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:

    job basis
    Part time
    job category
    SUPPORT/CARE WORKERS
    job location
    WORKINGTON
    job maxsalary
    13.47
    job minsalary
    13.47
    job reference
    REQ00000019195
    job region
    ALLERDALE - NORTH WEST CUMBRIA
    job salary
    £13.47 per hour
    job publish date
    job audience
    e