HDRC Administrator - CMB2688e

Cumberland Council; Carlisle, Workington, Whitehaven; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Cumberland Council is seeking a proactive administrator to support the Health Determinants Research Collaboration (HDRC), a transformative programme funded to tackle health inequalities. You’ll provide high-quality administrative and financial support within an ambitious team, contributing to shaping services and research priorities for our communities.

The role is fixed-term until December 2028, offering 37 hours per week, with location flexibility across Carlisle, Workington or Whitehaven.

Job description

Hours: 37 hours per week

Contract: Fixed-Term (until December 2028)

About This Opportunity

This is an exciting opportunity to become part of the Health Determinants Research Collaboration (HDRC), a ground-breaking programme that will help shape the future of health and wellbeing across our communities. Backed by a £5 million investment from the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR), the HDRC is strengthening the Council’s ability to use research and evidence to tackle health inequalities, improve outcomes for residents, and embed evidence-informed decision-making across the organisation.

As part of this pioneering team, you will play a key role in supporting a programme that aims to make Cumberland a centre of excellence for local authority and community-led research, with a particular focus on the challenges and opportunities facing coastal, rural and dispersed communities. The HDRC will drive innovation, strengthen evidence-based decision making, and empower communities to have a meaningful voice in shaping future services and research priorities.

We're looking for an enthusiastic and organised individual who enjoys working collaboratively and providing high-quality administrative and financial support. Whether your background is in research, higher education, local government, healthcare or another sector, we welcome applications from individuals with diverse skills and experiences.

In return, you'll have the opportunity to contribute to a unique programme with a lasting impact on the health and wellbeing of our communities while developing your own knowledge and skills within an ambitious and supportive team.

This role is available on a fixed-term basis.

Salary: £27,274 to £27,709 per annum

Hours: 37 hours per week

Location: Flexible (Carlisle, Workington or Whitehaven)

Contract: Fixed-Term (until December 2028)

About This Opportunity

This is an exciting opportunity to become part of the Health Determinants Research Collaboration (HDRC), a ground-breaking programme that will help shape the future of health and wellbeing across our communities. Backed by a £5 million investment from the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR), the HDRC is strengthening the Council’s ability to use research and evidence to tackle health inequalities, improve outcomes for residents, and embed evidence-informed decision-making across the organisation.

As part of this pioneering team, you will play a key role in supporting a programme that aims to make Cumberland a centre of excellence for local authority and community-led research, with a particular focus on the challenges and opportunities facing coastal, rural and dispersed communities. The HDRC will drive innovation, strengthen evidence-based decision making, and empower communities to have a meaningful voice in shaping future services and research priorities.

We're looking for an enthusiastic and organised individual who enjoys working collaboratively and providing high-quality administrative and financial support. Whether your background is in research, higher education, local government, healthcare or another sector, we welcome applications from individuals with diverse skills and experiences.

In return, you'll have the opportunity to contribute to a unique programme with a lasting impact on the health and wellbeing of our communities while developing your own knowledge and skills within an ambitious and supportive team.

This role is available on a fixed-term 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 Mike Siddall by email at [e-mail]

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).

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 [e-mail]. 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: 18/10/2026
• Interview date:23/10/2026