Social Worker x2 - CMB2662e

Cumberland Council; Workington; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Cumberland Council is seeking a Social Care professional to assess needs and deliver person-centred support in Workington, Cumbria. You will manage a caseload, assess risk, and work within financial boundaries to promote independence and wellbeing.

The role is permanent, 37 hours per week, with a salary of £39,481 to £40,444 per annum. DBS is required, and the post links to a multi-disciplinary team in a local authority setting.

Qualifications

• Ability to assess social care needs and deliver person-centred support.
• Ability to manage a caseload and coordinate outcomes.
• Willingness to work within financial boundaries and share best practices.

Responsibilities

• Assess social care needs and deliver person-centred support to promote independence and wellbeing.
• Manage a caseload, coordinate outcomes and assess risk.
• Develop partnerships with individuals, communities and agencies to maximise access to local assets and services.

Job description

Job Overview

Work within a District or Locality team to assess social care needs and deliver person‑centred support that promotes independence, wellbeing, choice, and control for people in Cumbria. Manage a caseload, coordinate outcomes, assess and manage risk, and work within financial boundaries. Develop strong partnerships with individuals, communities, and agencies to maximise access to local assets, preventative support, and services using a strengths‑based approach. Operate autonomously within a multi-disciplinary environment, handling complex cases while contributing to continuous service improvement and positive outcomes for the people of Cumbria.

Salary: £39,481 to £40,444 per annum

Hours: 37 hours per week

Location: Workington

Contract: Permanent

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.

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).

DBS Checks

This role requires a DBS check. The level of check for this role is: Enhanced DBS check with Adults Barred List.

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 & 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.

Contact

For more information about the role or to arrange an informal chat prior to your application, please contact Lindsay Harrison by email at [e-mail]

Application and Interview information

• Closing date: 27/09/2026
• Interview date: TBC

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