Social Care Worker (Support at Home) - Barrow-in-Furness WMF2049e

The Cumbria County Council; Indiana (PA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading council's Adult Social Care team, supporting individuals through personalized assessments and care. This role focuses on promoting independence and delivering high-quality support, with opportunities for professional growth and a commitment to community service.

Benefits

Competitive Pension Scheme

Enhanced Annual Leave

Various Perks and Discounts

Qualifications

• Experience or awareness of social care, healthcare, or voluntary sector.
• Ability to plan workloads and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload and conduct assessments.
• Develop tailored support plans and monitor outcomes.

Skills

Communication

Proactive Approach

Risk Management

Health and Safety

Education

Level 3 Qualification in Care

Job description

Job reference REQ00000018310
Date posted 08/05/2025
Application closing date 22/05/2025
Location: BARROW IN FURNESS
Salary: £33,366 - £34,314

Job description

Location: Barrow-in-Furness
Contract Type: Full time and part time positions available

About this opportunity

We have a fantastic opportunity to join our Adult Social Care team in Westmorland and Furness, supporting individuals with care and support needs through strengths-based assessments and personalised support. Our focus is on promoting independence, maximising strengths, and working collaboratively with stakeholders to achieve optimal outcomes. This role is essential in delivering high-quality, person-centred support aligned with the council’s commitment to improving services for our community.

You will work under the guidance of qualified practitioners, managing a caseload, conducting assessments, and developing tailored support plans. Responsibilities include risk management, monitoring outcomes, and ensuring effective support. Opportunities for professional development are available, and you will be supported to grow while adhering to legislation, standards, and best practices. If you are passionate about making a positive impact and helping people navigate the care system, we would love to hear from you.

Working hours and rota

This opportunity is within our Support at Home service, operating between 8am and 8pm, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. Rota patterns include alternate weekends and Bank Holidays.

Who we are looking for

We seek a compassionate, motivated individual with experience or awareness of social care, healthcare, or the voluntary sector. You should have a Level 3 qualification in Care (or be willing to obtain one), strong communication skills, and a proactive approach to risk management, moving and handling, and health and safety. Ability to plan workloads, meet deadlines, and use IT effectively is essential. Most importantly, you should be committed to promoting independence, influencing positive change, and ensuring high-quality, person-centred care.

What we offer

Working with Westmorland and Furness Council, you will receive benefits such as a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave, and various perks and discounts. For more information, visit our Careers site.

Find out more

For additional details about the role, including working hours, responsibilities, and criteria, please view the following documents:

• Post Specification
• Role Profile

For queries or an informal chat, contact Angela Dodds at 07771625968 or [e-mail].

Application and interview process

Closing date: 22nd May 2025.

Interviews may be in-person or virtual. Options will be discussed once invited. Please inform us of any adjustments needed.

DBS information

This role requires an enhanced DBS check with an Adults Barred List check. It is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Applicants barred from working with adults are not eligible.

Safer recruitment and safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding children, young people, and adults at risk, and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Equality, diversity, and inclusion

We aim to reflect the communities we serve and promote an inclusive culture. Disabled applicants meeting the essential criteria are guaranteed an interview, as are Armed Forces personnel, veterans, and those in care or care-experienced under 24 years old.