Please be advised that this position does not offer a Certificate of Sponsorship or a Visa Sponsorship Transfer. If you are a non UK citizen; we can only accept applications from those on a Dependant, Leave to Remain, Spouse or Partner VISA.
This position has a “genuine occupational requirement” covered under the Sex Discrimination Act 1975, therefore only female applicants can be considered.
Job Title: Support Worker
Location: Wreay, CA4
Pay: £13.20 - £13.50 per hour
Contract: Part-Time, 15 hours per wekk
Shift Pattern: There are a range of hours available including the following, this case operates across a Monday to Sunday.
Week A:
Monday 08.00-13.00
Wednesday: 16.00-21.00
Thursday: 16.00-21.00
Week B:
Monday 08.00-13.00
Tuesday: 16.00-21.00
Saturday: 08.00-13.00
Sunday: 08.00-13.00
About the Role
KEYFORT Group are looking for compassionate and dedicated Support Worker to join our team in Carlisle, supporting a lady in her own fully adapted home.
The lady we support has MS and requires personal care, catheter care and general household duties. She uses a mobile hoist for all transfers and has an electric wheelchair which she controls independently.
She lives with her husband, three cats, goldfish and tortoise, so its important staff are comfortable around pets. She loves nothing more than spending an afternoon watching a movie or box set series, or completing crosswords and sudoku, gardening, baking or bird watching! Having a great relationship with her team is very important to her, this is achieved through providing great care, having good sense of humour and, someone who is confident in their care delivery ability.
About You
We’re looking for people who share our values. Experience in care is helpful but not essential—what matters most is your approach:
- You want to make a difference – you care about the impact you have
- You take pride in your work – delivering safe, high-quality care matters to you
- You build meaningful relationships – you enjoy getting to know people and supporting them to live well
- You’ll also be resilient, respectful, and committed to providing dignified, person-centred care.
What We Offer
- Flexible or Part time fixed hours (permanent) contracts to suit your lifestyle
- 5.6 weeks annual leave (pro rata) or 12.07% accrual for bank staff
- Full training, shadowing and ongoing support from our in-house clinical team (RGN, Occupational Therapist, Psychologists)
- Paid Enhanced DBS
- Refer a friend scheme (£200 bonus, T&Cs apply)
- Access to FlexEarn (early access to earned wages)
- Blue Light Card discounts
- Employee of the Month recognition scheme
About Keyfort Group
At Keyfort Group, we provide high-quality, person-centred care and support to individuals with a wide range of needs. We specialise in supporting people with brain injuries, neurological conditions, learning disabilities, spinal injuries, and mental health needs.
We focus on the individual—not their condition—working in partnership to deliver truly meaningful support.
Our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion
KEYFORT Group is committed to creating an inclusive and supportive workplace. We actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, communities and lived experiences, including those from under-represented groups.
We are committed to making reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process and employment, to ensure everyone can perform at their best.
Next Stage
All applications will be assessed against the role requirements. Candidates who are successful at this stage will be invited to share their interview availability. If you have not heard from us within 7 days of the advert closing date, unfortunately on this occasion you have not been successful.
Pay: £13.20-£13.50 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company pension
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
- Store discount
Application question(s):
- This position has a “genuine occupational requirement” covered under the Sex Discrimination Act 1975, therefore only female applicants can be considered. Please confirm your gender.
- This opportunity offers part time hours. Please confirm the shift pattern and part time hours fit with your employment requirements?
Licence/Certification:
- UK driving licence and access to own car (required)
Work Location: In person
