At a Glance
- Tasks: Support older adults with personal care, medication, and emotional wellbeing.
- Company: Inglewood Residential Home, an award-winning care facility in Cumbria.
- Benefits: Earn £13.47 per hour with fully paid training and a supportive team.
- Other info: Join a diverse team in a community-focused environment with growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while helping them maintain independence.
- Qualifications: No formal qualifications needed; caring attitude is essential.
The predicted salary is between 13.47 - 13.47 £ per hour.
Salary: £13.47 per hour
Hours: 1 x 0 hours per week and 1 x 28 hours per week
Contract: Permanent
About The Role
As a Support Worker (Care Worker) you will get the opportunity to know people individually and support their wellbeing through physical and emotional care. You may also assist with medication, provide personal care and encourage people to achieve or maintain independence. This role is an opportunity to help older adults live their life how they choose and enjoy their later years. You will support people to stay active and healthy by encouraging good nutrition and promoting fitness and mobility as well as supporting emotional wellness. No experience or qualifications are needed to get started. We will provide fully paid training and development. If you do have experience then you can take the next step in your career with us. We are looking for friendly, compassionate people who want to make a difference to people's lives.
About Our Home
Inglewood Residential Home is a multi‑award-winning home in Cumbria which has been awarded "Outstanding" by CQC. Inglewood provides a safe, caring, home‑from‑home environment for up to 39 residents with complex health‑care needs. Situated close to all facilities in the market town of Wigton, we offer respite and residential care for elderly, frail or those with dementia. The site is also a hub within the local community which is used as a base by external groups and provides day care services.
Working within our Residential Care Service will typically involve shifts from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. (days) or 9:30 p.m. to 7:30 a.m. (nights), over 7 days, 365 days a year – including alternate weekends as part of a set rota and bank holidays.
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 and shape a better future for our communities. We value potential over perfection and help you grow and thrive in your career.
Qualifications & Experience
No formal qualifications required. Experience in caring for older adults is a plus.
DBS Checks
This role requires an Enhanced DBS Check with an Adults Barred List check.
Diversity, Inclusion & Adjustments
We encourage applications from all backgrounds. We are a proud Disability Confident Leader and an Age Friendly Employer. Please let the hiring manager or Resourcing Team know by emailing Resourcing@Cumberland.gov.uk if reasonable adjustments are needed to participate in the recruitment process.
Benefits
- Fully paid training and development
- Competitive pay of £13.47 per hour
- Supportive team environment
- CQ Certified care home environment
