Carlisle Care Ltd

Care Careers in Carlisle & Cumbria

Join Carlisle Care — A Career That Genuinely Makes a Difference

We are looking for warm, committed people who want to do work that matters. No previous care experience is required — just the right values, a genuine desire to help others, and the willingness to learn. We will provide everything else.

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📚Full Training Provided
⏰Flexible Hours — Full & Part-Time
💷Competitive Pay Rates
Three Carlisle Care team members — a Black African woman, a White European man, and a South Asian woman — sit together in a team meeting, all wearing teal Carlisle Care uniforms

Why Work With Us

Three Reasons People Choose a Career at Carlisle Care

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Work That Genuinely Matters

Every visit you make changes someone's day. In care, the work is not abstract — you see the direct, human impact of what you do, with every person you support, every single shift. Very few careers offer that.

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A Team That Looks After You

We invest in supervision, regular check-ins, and a culture where asking for help is encouraged rather than avoided. You will never be left to figure things out alone — your team and your care coordinator are always available.

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A Role That Can Grow With You

Whether you are just starting out or building on years of experience, Carlisle Care supports your development — from Care Certificate training through to specialist qualifications in dementia, palliative care, and mental health.

A South Asian Carlisle Care male carer in teal sits in a supervision meeting with a White European female care manager — representing the supportive culture for care staff at Carlisle Care

“You are never left to figure things out alone.”

What We Offer

Benefits of Joining the Carlisle Care Team

We look after the people who look after others. Here is what you can expect when you join us.

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Competitive Pay Rates

Above sector-average hourly rates, paid on time — with mileage and travel time paid between client visits.

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Flexible Working Hours

Full-time, part-time, and weekend-only roles available — we work around your life and commitments, not the other way around.

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Full Training and Induction

A comprehensive paid induction programme and Care Certificate training — fully supported, with no cost to you, before you begin working independently.

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Ongoing Development

Access to specialist training in dementia care, palliative care, mental health support, and more — supporting your career wherever you want it to go.

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Mileage and Travel Paid

Mileage between client visits is paid at a competitive rate. We do not ask you to absorb the cost of getting the job done.

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Regular Supervision and Support

Scheduled one-to-one supervision, regular team check-ins, and a care coordinator you can contact at any time. You are never alone in this role.

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Enhanced DBS — We Cover the Cost

We pay for your enhanced DBS check. There are no hidden upfront costs to starting your career with us.

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Recognition and Career Progression

We recognise great work, value loyalty, and actively promote from within. A carer role today can become a senior carer, coordinator, or management role in time.

Who We're Looking For

You Do Not Need Experience — You Need the Right Values

The most important thing we look for in a Carlisle Care carer is not a qualification or a CV — it is character. We can teach care skills. We cannot teach warmth, patience, reliability, and genuine compassion. Those are the qualities that make someone exceptional in this role — and they are what we look for first.

Many of our best carers came to us with no previous care experience. What they had was the right attitude, a genuine desire to help people, and the willingness to learn and be supported. If that sounds like you, we would love to hear from you.

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Warmth and Compassion — Genuinely caring about the wellbeing of the people you support — treating them with kindness, patience, and respect in every interaction.
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Reliability and Punctuality — Turning up when you say you will, every time. The people we care for depend on us — reliability is not optional, it is fundamental.
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Dignity and Respect — Treating every person as an individual — following their preferences, respecting their space, and never making them feel like a task to complete.
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Honesty and Integrity — Communicating openly with colleagues, coordinators, and families — and raising concerns when something does not feel right.
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Adaptability — Understanding that every visit is different — and being able to adjust calmly and professionally when things do not go to plan.
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A Genuine Team Player — Supporting colleagues, sharing information, and contributing to a positive team culture — care is a team sport, even when you are working independently.
A Black African Carlisle Care female carer in teal kneels patiently to help an elderly woman with her shoes in her Carlisle home — illustrating the warmth and dignity we look for in care staff

Current Vacancies

Roles Available at Carlisle Care

We are currently recruiting for the following roles across Carlisle and surrounding areas. Don't see exactly what you are looking for? Apply anyway — we always welcome expressions of interest from the right people.

Community Care Assistant

Full-timePart-timeCarlisle & surrounds

Providing personal care, companionship, domestic support, and practical living assistance during visits to clients across Carlisle and the surrounding communities. Full training provided — no prior experience necessary.

Hours: Flexible — days, evenings, and weekend shifts available

Pay: Competitive hourly rate + mileage

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Senior Care Assistant

Full-timeExperiencedCarlisle

Supporting and mentoring junior carers alongside delivering direct care — a rewarding step up for experienced carers who want to develop their skills and take on a leadership dimension within the team.

Hours: Full-time · regular schedule

Pay: Enhanced hourly rate · role-specific development plan

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Live-in Carer

Live-inExperienced preferredCarlisle & Cumbria

A dedicated, live-in care role providing 24-hour support for clients who wish to remain at home. Suitable for experienced carers who value close, meaningful relationships with the people they support.

Hours: Live-in placement — rest periods included

Pay: Competitive live-in rate · all accommodation included

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Not sure which role suits you? Complete our general expression of interest and we will be in touch to discuss the best fit.

What to Expect

What Happens After You Apply

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You Apply

Complete our simple application form below — it takes around five minutes. We review every application personally and respond within two working days.

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We Have a Conversation

If your application looks like a good fit, we invite you for an informal conversation — either in person at our Carlisle office or by phone. No formal interview format. Just a chance to get to know each other.

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References and DBS Check

We take up references and arrange your enhanced DBS check — fully funded by Carlisle Care. This typically takes one to two weeks.

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Induction and First Visits

Your paid induction programme begins — covering care skills, the Carlisle Care way of working, health and safety, and shadowing with an experienced carer before your first independent visits.

Three new Carlisle Care carers in teal uniforms attend a training session in a Carlisle training room — representing the paid induction and full training provided to all new care staff

Our Culture

What It Is Actually Like to Work at Carlisle Care

We are a small, close-knit team — and that is a deliberate choice. We believe that smaller teams deliver better care, because every carer is known, every client is known, and nothing falls through the gaps. When you join Carlisle Care, you are not a number on a rota. You are a valued member of a team where your work is seen, your concerns are heard, and your progress matters.

We are direct, honest, and supportive. We set clear expectations and we meet them — on both sides. We ask a great deal of our carers because the people we support deserve the best, and we give a great deal back in return: good pay, real flexibility, genuine development opportunities, and a team that has your back.

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You Are Heard

Regular supervision, open-door access to your coordinator, and team meetings where your voice matters. We listen to what carers tell us — and we act on it.

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Your Work Is Recognised

We notice great work and we say so. Long service, exceptional care, and going above and beyond are recognised formally and informally — because recognition matters.

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A Team That Supports Each Other

Care can be emotionally demanding. We build a team culture where asking for support is normal, peer connection is encouraged, and no one carries difficult moments alone.

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“I joined Carlisle Care with no care experience at all — just a feeling that I wanted to do something that mattered. Three years on, I have my Care Certificate, I have completed dementia specialist training, and I genuinely love what I do. The support has been incredible from day one.”

— Amara D., Community Care Assistant, Carlisle Care

Questions From Applicants

Careers FAQs

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Apply to Join Carlisle Care

Complete the form below and a member of our team will be in touch within two working days. We read every application personally.

Carlisle Care is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, and communities.

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