Social Care Worker

**Job details**:

- Job reference
- REQ00000017752
- Date posted
- 17/01/2025
- Application closing date
- 04/02/2025
- Location
- WORKINGTON
- Salary
- £33,366 to £34,314
- Package
- Blank
- Contractual hours
- 37
- Basis
- Full time

**Social Care Worker - CMB1540e**:

- Job description

Social Care Worker

**Salary: £33,366 to £34,314**

**Hours: 37 hours per week**

**Location: West Cumbria House, Workington**

**Contract: Temporary (6 months)**

**About us**

Cumberland Council is an ambitious and forward-thinking authority dedicated to shaping a better future for our communities. We are passionate about creating a vibrant future by addressing inequalities, creating thriving economies that work for our residents and protecting our environment.

At the core of our vision is a commitment to our people, with health and well-being being integral to everything we do, underscoring every initiative and ensuring we provide unparalleled support for all.

We can’t do it without you Come and embark on the journey to a vibrant future with us, where the work you do will make a real impact. Together, let's shape a community that's as dynamic and inclusive as our landscape. Be a part of the transformation

WeAreCumberland

**About this opportunity**

To work in a team to undertake strengths-based assessments and deliver appropriate person-centred support and outcomes for people in Cumbria who have care and support needs. To work under supervision and guidance for designated casework. Where cases become more complex, and in negotiation with the line-manager, case responsibility may transfer to a professionally qualified practitioner. To work in ways that promote independence and enable individuals/groups to maximise their strengths. To work with stakeholders for better outcomes for the people of Cumbria. The post holder will actively promote the work of the Cumberland Council, internally and externally, on the development and delivery of continuously improving modern and competitive services for the people of Cumbria.

**Who we’re looking for**

Fundamentally, we are seeking 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 and shape a better future for our communities. Your commitment to these principles will be instrumental in delivering services that are vital to the well-being and prosperity of our residents.

**If this sounds like you, then please get in touch**

**Cumberland Council Staff Benefits**

Pay
- As a real living wage paying employer we offer competitive rates of pay
- Our pay scales are nationally agreed and come with a national annual pay review*
- A range of allowances to recognise times where you're available out of hours if we need you, or where you take on extra responsibilities beyond your role.
- In accordance with the National Joint Council for Local Government Services

Pension
- Opportunity to join a generous defined benefit pension scheme to secure your future (most employees are part of the Local Government Pension Scheme)
- Opportunity to boost your pension with Additional Pension Contributions which will increase your annual defined benefit amount
- Opportunity to build a defined contribution pot on the side of your defined benefit pension through Shared Cost Additional Voluntary Contributions (facilitated by AVC Wise).

Holidays
- 25 days holiday per year when you start, rising to 31 days holiday per year after 5 years of service
- 8 public holidays
- The option to purchase up to 2 weeks additional leave and spread the cost over 12 months

Flexible Working
- Flexible working arrangements including the ability to work remotely from home supporting a culture that fits around you*
- A flexi-time scheme where you could vary your start and finish times and also build up 3 days flexi-time and take up to 2 flexi days off per month*

Learning and Development
- Dedicated development time each week*
- Access to an online learning portal offering more than 150 courses
- Access to regular development programmes to build the soft skills to succeed
- Opportunity to study professional qualifications to help you get the certifications you need for your role or to advance your career.

Deals and Discounts
- Money off your local gym including Better, Newfield Health, The Gym Group and Lifestyle Fitness
- Various discount schemes including RAC roadside recovery discount and money off local supportive businesses
- Tusker car leasing salary sacrifice scheme as well as an esteem car loan scheme for essential car users
- Spec Savers eyecare voucher
- Free flu jabs in winter from participating pharmacies

Employee Assistance & Support
- In house staff support networks
- Employee assistance programme offering mental health support
- Access to in-house Occupational Health service including physio treatment

**Application and Interview information**
- **Closing date: 04/02/