Child and Family Worker

Salary: £
34,434 to £35,412 per annum
Hours: 37 hours per week
Location: Botcherby Children Centre, Carlisle
Contract: Temporary (12 months)
About This Opportunity
We are looking for a motivated, hard-working, and dedicated person to join our team as a Child and Family Worker, developing and delivering exceptional service to improve outcomes for vulnerable children, young people and families, working as part of a multi-agency team.

We work in collaboration with all internal and external parties, developing and agreeing on courses of actions that meet the individual needs of the children and families we are working with. We ensure a safe, secure and non-discriminatory environment is maintained, providing a positive experience for the children and young people.

The team base is Carlisle, but you will work across Cumberland.

This role is available on a fixed-term basis.

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.

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 Emily Forrester by email at

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

. 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: 31st December 2025
• Interview date:W/C 15th January 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