Job Vacancies

We have a Job Vacancy for a Sitting Service Support Worker working 14.8 hours per week in South Lakeland.

2017 was the 25th anniversary of Carer Support South Lakes (CSSL). In the beginning CSSL provided support to 15 carers. During the intervening period, the organisation has evolved so that today it is supporting 1223, unpaid Carers of all ages. The sitting service is a volunteer led, supported by a Volunteer Coordinator and a Sitting Service support Worker. This service facilitates respite for the unpaid Carer.

PURPOSE AND KEY OBJECTIVES

• Meet the outcomes identified within the Grant funder.
• To take referrals from Support Workers and liaise with Adult Support Team
• To formulate and manage Support plans and Risk Assessments
• Contribute to the development and ongoing work of the Carer Support South Lakes
• To role manage volunteers associated with the Sitting Service

Please download the full job description, as well as the supporting documents below. All documents must be returned via email to or by post to Carer Support South Lakes, Carers Hub, 7 Wainwrights Yard, Kendal, LA9 7DP.

Application closing date 9th May. 
Interview on week commencing 17th May

Please download and return all documents:

• Sitting Service Support Worker Job Description
• Sitting Service Worker Application Form
• Equal Opportunities Form
• Rehabilitation Form