We want to make a positive difference to the lives of our customers, our communities and our people. This means, as a customer-owned organisation, we’re passionate about doing the right thing and helping people achieve their goals. Whether it’s our customers that are saving for their future or buying their dream homes, supporting our communities to make a real difference around our region, or investing in our people who want to work hard and realise their career ambitions, we’re here to brighten the lives of those we work for and work with.
This will be a fixed term contract for a period of 16 months.
The Benefits
- Salary - £17,120 p.a. (pro rata, FTE salary £26,298 p.a. Band 5)
- Holidays - 25 days holiday plus public holidays and the opportunity to buy and sell up to 3 days. Pro rata for part-time.
- Learning and Development opportunities - We want you to grow in your role. We’ll work together to support your personal and professional development.
- Health and Wellbeing - a calendar of events and activities throughout the year, Mental Health & Wellbeing champions, and Cycle to Work scheme plus a personal wellbeing day.
- Community Day - We offer our people an extra paid day off every year to help local charities and community organisations.
About the Role
Exceptional service at The Cumberland is something our customers can rely on. Regardless of what’s going on in the world, our customers can trust in us to provide them with the best experience. As a Customer Service Assistant, you will be part of a team which is committed to delivering an outstanding customer experience. In addition to providing an efficient cashiering service, our colleagues can spot opportunities to help our customers, talk confidently about our brilliant products and services, and generally look after our customer needs. There will also be opportunities within this role to work collaboratively with other areas across the business.
The role will be primarily based at our Wigton, Cockermouth and Maryport branches, providing cover as required, but you may be required to work in other branches in the area, depending on business need.
This will be a part-time role and you’ll work 24.25 hours per week Monday, Wednesday and Friday, 8.45am to 5.15pm (and every other Saturday from 8:45am to 12:15pm).
About You
- A passion for people and delivering an outstanding customer experience
- Exceptional communication and organisational skills
- Confidence in working in a customer facing environment and motivated to achieve key objectives
Interested
The closing date for this vacancy is 27 September 2026.
Customer Service Assistant - Wigton, Cockermouth and Maryport Cumbria, UK
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Customer Service Assistant - Wigton, Cockermouth And Maryport employer: Cumberland Building Society
Cumberland Building Society is an exceptional employer dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of our customers and communities. Located in Maryport, we offer a supportive work culture that prioritises employee growth through learning and development opportunities, alongside generous benefits such as 25 days of holiday and a community day for charitable work. Join us to be part of a team that values your contributions and helps you achieve your career ambitions while making a real difference.
Contact Details:
Cumberland Building Society Recruitment Team
