Social Worker - Cared For and Care Experienced - CMB2723e
Likely
Sponsorship likelihood
This employer has issued visas recently
£39,481 – £40,444 / year
Salary
Within the market range
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Going rate
Skilled Worker going rate
This role likely qualifies for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 2461 (100% match) is an eligible occupation, and Cumberland Council is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
New graduate or PhD holder? Pick one of the lower rates.
What each route needs for this job
| Occupation code | New entrant 70% of going rate | STEM PhD 80% of going rate | Relevant PhD 90% of going rate | Standard rate 100% of going rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
2461 Social workers Most likely code | £25,000 Clears | £25,000 Clears | £25,000 Clears | £25,000 Clears |
We use the lowest threshold across the plausible codes. Likelihood is Possible at most when the pay clears only a lower rate, or only under a less likely code. A mark is for the top of the advertised pay. How the Home Office picks the code
About the role
Hours: 37 hours per week
Location: Carlisle
Contract: Permanent
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About This Opportunity
At Cumberland Council, we believe every child deserves the opportunity to thrive. We're looking for passionate and dedicated Social Workers who want to make a lasting difference for children, young people and families across our communities.
In this role, you'll build meaningful relationships, listen to and champion the voice of the child, and work alongside families and partner agencies to create positive change. You'll use your skills and professional judgement to assess needs, manage risk and develop plans that help children achieve the best possible outcomes.
You'll join a supportive and inclusive team where collaboration, learning and professional development are encouraged. Whether you're newly qualified and building your experience or looking to continue your social work career, you'll be part of a service that values your contribution and puts children at the heart of everything we do.
If you're committed to making a real difference and helping children and families reach their full potential, we'd love to hear from you.
This role is available on a permanent basis.
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, deliver excellent public services and shape a better future for our communities.
We’re also about potential over perfection and we can help you grow in the role and thrive in your career.
Be sure to take a look at the post specification (below) for the essential criteria for this role.
Contact
For more information about the role or to arrange an informal chat prior to your application, please contact Laura Harding by email at [email protected].
DBS Checks
Enhanced DBS check with a Children’s/Adults Barred List check.
Please note this role involves working in regulated activity with adults and Children. It is an offence for people who are barred from working in regulated activity to apply for roles that require them to work unsupervised with adults and Children.
Guaranteed Interviews
We offer a guaranteed interview to the following applicantsas long as your application can demonstrate you meet the essential criteria for the role.
- Those who consider themselves disabled as defined by the Equality Act 2010
- Those in care or who have left care and are aged 24 and under
- Those who identify as a member of the British Armed Forces community (service leavers, veterans, their partners or spouses, reservists, cadets).
Diversity, Inclusion & Adjustments
We’re dedicated to enhancing the diversity of our workforce and we encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds. That’s why we’re a proud Disability Confident Leader and also an Age Friendly Employer – to provide opportunities for everyone to thrive.
If you need any reasonable adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please let either the hiring manager or our Resourcing Team know by emailing[email protected]. While adjustments aren’t always guaranteed, we’ll always listen and we’ll try our best to accommodate your needs.
Application and Interview information
- Closing date: 06th November 2026
- Interview date:17th November 2026
Please Read The Supporting Information
- Post Specification
- Our Staff Benefits
- Candidate Support
- About Cumberland Council
This description is the source posting as it read when we added it. We are not affiliated with Cumberland Council, so check their own site for the current details.
Where this offer sits in the market
Social workers (SOC 2461) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay · ~99k in sample- Offer £39,481–40,444
- Middle half £39,260–49,400
- Median £44,044
The range sits inside the market's middle half (£39,260–49,400), so this is typical pay for the occupation.
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Does this job guarantee visa sponsorship?
Not necessarily. Cumberland Council holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. Be upfront in your application that you'll require it.
What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
Skilled Worker roles must clear both the general salary threshold and the occupation-specific going rate. See our occupation eligibility guide for the current figures.