Social Worker x2 - CMB2662e

Westmorland and Furness Council; Workington; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Westmorland and Furness Council in Workington is looking for a dedicated social care professional to assess needs, manage a caseload and promote independence for people in Cumbria.

This permanent, full-time role operates 37 hours per week with a salary of £38,220 to £39,152 per year, and a focus on partnership working with individuals, communities and agencies.

Responsibilities

• Assess social care needs and deliver person-centred support that promotes independence, wellbeing, choice and control.
• 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.
• Operate autonomously within a multi-disciplinary environment, handling complex cases and contributing to continuous service improvement and positive outcomes for the people of Cumbria.

Job description

Salary: £38,220 to £39,152 per annum

Hours: 37 hours per week

Location: Workington

Contract: Permanent

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.

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).

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 .

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