Vacancies

A rare and exciting opportunity has arisen for a Social Worker at St Mary’s Hospice, who will also work within the Family and Bereavement Support Service.

We require a dedicated and compassionate social worker with post-qualification experience, who has professional experience of working with loss and grief and a real interest in palliative care.

Part time 22.5 hours per week.

Growing Well has a great story to tell as we begin our growth plan with the opening of a second site at Tebay Services and look to our third.

We need an accomplished multi-media communications specialist to deliver compelling PR, communications and marketing activities.

For more information download the Job Description and Person Specification here.

Growing Well is soon to expand across multiple Cumbrian sites.

We are seeking an experienced, multi-skilled leader to take over the management of day-to-day operations at our founding Low Sizergh site.

Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, this is a challenging but rewarding role at an exciting time for our mental health charity.

For more information download the Job Description and Person Specification here.

This is an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated professional to join our passionate and ambitious charity as we continue to grow. In a fast-paced environment, you will contribute to increasing our income from a diverse range of funding streams; to help us develop and meet our ambitious targets for helping more vulnerable people lead their best lives across Cumbria, Lancashire and the North East.

The role is key to the smooth running of all core functions at the Trusts. Key tasks of the Administrator provide efficient and effective support across the Trusts particularly in office based and finance functions. The Administrator works closely with the whole staff team, providing particular support to the Finance Manager as well as communicating with Trustees and external stakeholders.

Stricklandgate House Trust wishes to appoint a Centre Manager to be responsible for the smooth running of the Grade II listed building, day-to-day administration, liaison with our tenant charities and to oversee bookings including the conference facility and individual room hire.

The Trust provides office accommodation and facilities for voluntary organisations in South Lakeland and has exciting plans to expand as a community hub for the area.

As part of its expanding range of youth provision, KEY is now recruiting a youth worker to join our growing team in Milnthorpe and the surrounding villages.

We can be flexible about the number of hours, but the minimum will be 22 hours per week and this will largely be after school.

You will have experience working with young people and be comfortable with a youth work context.

We need a fantastic new colleague to join our friendly Cold to Cosy Homes Cumbria team. You’ll be helping Cumbrians to make their homes warmer, save energy and save money. Our service helps people who are struggling with their energy bills, including some of the most vulnerable folk in the county.  

You’ll be the first point of contact for people getting in touch with us by phone, email or via our online enquiry form, handling enquiries and arranging for our energy advisers to go out and see them. You’ll also help with all the other behind the scenes administration that keeps the Cold to Cosy Homes Cumbria service running smoothly – from supporting events to administering meetings.  

Cumbria Alcohol and Drug Advisory Service (CADAS) have an exciting vacancy for a family support worker in the west of the county.

Our family worker will support the whole family over an extended period (up to 6 months) when they are referred to us because of parental substance use and its effect on the family, especially the children.

We are looking for someone passionate about working in West Cumbrian communities and with the skills to support all members of a family, from parents and caregivers to teens and primary school aged children.

We are looking for a creative, enthusiastic chef to join St Mary’s Hospice to serve the needs of The Orangery Café and our wonderful inpatient unit.

Is this you?

A qualified and experienced chef who can work well under pressure preparing and cooking quality fresh food. Experience working in a high-volume kitchen.  Hands-on experience with various kitchen equipment.  Excellent communication skills and the ability to work under pressure. A self-motivated team player.  Willingness to learn and strive in a fast-paced environment.