Total 1,459 job vacancies in Cockermouth, Cumbria

Your new company
Your New Company is a leading residential construction company known for delivering high-quality homes across Cumbria. They are committed to excellence, innovation, and sustainability in all their projects.
Your new role
My Client are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Freelance Assistant Site Manager to support their Site Manager in overseeing New Build Housing projects in Penrith. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in residential construction, strong organisational skills, and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Assist the Site Manager in supervising on-site activities to ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.Coordinate with subcontractors, suppliers, and other stakeholders to facilitate smooth project execution.Conduct site inspections and monitor progress to ensure compliance with safety regulations and building codes.Help resolve any issues or conflicts that arise during the construction process.Maintain accurate records of site activities, including daily logs and progress reports.Communicate effectively with clients, architects, and engineers to ensure project requirements are met.Support the implementation and enforcement of health and safety policies to create a safe working environment for all site personnel.
What you'll need to succeed
Proven experience in the residential construction industry, preferably in a supervisory or assistant management role.Strong knowledge of construction processes, materials, and building codes.Excellent organisational and time management skills.Ability to read and interpret architectural plans and specifications.Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.Valid CSCS, SMSTS, First AidThe ability to work independently and as part of a team.
What you'll get in return
Long-Term Work
Competitive Rate
Weekly Pay
What you need to do now


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Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Your new company
Your New Company is a leading residential construction company known for delivering high-quality homes across Cumbria. They are committed to excellence, innovation, and sustainability in all their projects.
Your new role
Your New Company are seeking an experienced and motivated Freelance Site Manager to oversee their New Build Housing project in Penrith. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in residential construction, excellent leadership skills, and a keen eye for detail.
Key Responsibilities:
Manage and supervise all on-site activities to ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.Coordinate with subcontractors, suppliers, and other stakeholders to ensure smooth project execution.Conduct regular site inspections to monitor progress and ensure compliance with safety regulations and building codes.Resolve any issues or conflicts that arise during the construction process.Maintain accurate records of site activities, including daily logs, progress reports, and safety documentation.Communicate effectively with clients, architects, and engineers to ensure project requirements are met.Implement and enforce health and safety policies to create a safe working environment for all site personnel.
What you'll need to succeed
Proven experience as a Site Manager in the residential construction industry.Strong knowledge of construction processes, materials, and building codes.Excellent leadership and team management skills.Ability to read and interpret architectural plans and specifications.Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.Valid CSCS, SMSTS & First Aid
What you'll get in return
Long-Term Work
Competitive Rate
What you need to do now


If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Position: Full-Time Temporary Admin Officer
Contract: 3 months with the possibility of extending
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, Office Hours (37 hours per week) Hybrid working - 60% office attendance
Hourly Rate: £12.33 per hour

Job Description:
We are currently seeking an organised, motivated Admin Officer for our public sector client. The successful candidate will provide administrative support. They will follow set procedures and will exercise some independent judgment in carrying out instructions, under general supervision. Examples of work performed will include but not be restricted to:
- Collating and analysing fairly complex information or data, submitting results in a written report
- Overseeing administrative procedures and processes
- Assisting with budget preparation and control, if required
- Acting as an administrative liaison with internal and / or external sources
- Preparing routine correspondence

Training will be provided on internal systems. Excellent communication and IT skills are required for this post.

Requirements:

• Able to follow well established processes and detailed instructions.
• Strong administrative skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office packages
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

Benefits:

• Weekly pay, holiday and pension scheme
• Location accessible by car, train or bus

Application Process:

If you are interested in this position, please apply online with your CV in WORD format.

Important:

Successful candidates will be subject to a thorough background and clearance check, including Criminal Record Checks (DBS Checks), Reference Checks (Employment, Education, and any gaps) covering the past three years, as well as Address checks for the past five years. This process may also include obtaining character references and/or other evidence to cover periods of unemployment.

Brook Street are proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant and as such, we guarantee to interview all candidates who are veterans or spouses/partners of military personnel, and who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy.

As a Disability Confident Leader, and holder of the Gold Award status from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, Brook Street, as a supplier to the Public Sector Resourcing Framework (PSR), will offer you a guaranteed interview with a PSR Sourcer.
Should you identify as a candidate with a disability and/or as a veteran or spouse/partner of military personnel and meet all the essential criteria for the role, we encourage you to reach out to us via the Brook Street website. Here you will find a link to register your interest and state the role that you are interested in. We are committed to engaging with you.?
In cases where we have a high volume of ex-military candidates/military spouses/partners, who meet all of the essential criteria, Brook Street will interview the best candidates from within that group.

Brook Street is proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant and as such, we guarantee to interview all candidates who are veterans or spouses/partners of military personnel, and who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy.

As a Disability Confident Leader, and holder of the Gold Award status from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, Brook Street, as a supplier to the Public Sector Resourcing Framework (PSR), will offer you a guaranteed interview with a PSR Sourcer.

Should you identify as a candidate with a disability and/or as a veteran or spouse/partner of military personnel and meet all the essential criteria for the role, we encourage you to reach out to us via the Brook Street website. Here you will find a link to register your interest and state the role that you are interested in. We are committed to engaging with you. 

In cases where we have a high volume of ex-military candidates/military spouses/partners, who meet all of the essential criteria, Brook Street will interview the best candidates from within that group.

Search are currently recruiting for a 360 Operator to start on a job in Penton, Carlisle (CA6)
START ASAP
Rate £21 ph
Ongoing work

The applicants will require CSCS/NPORS/CPCS cards

Successful applicants must be able to provide work references covering the past 2 years

If interested please contact/ send cv to Daniel Woods 0151 229 5585 or daniel.woods@search.co.uk

Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age

What skills and experience we're looking for

SEN Teacher

(Fixed-Term until July 2025)

(MPR / UPR + SEN 1 Allowance)

We are seeking a fixed-term teacher who understands our community and can make learning exciting.

George Hastwell School is a 3 to 19 academy special school located on Walney Island in Barrow-in-Furness, a town with a great future ahead. Home of the United Kingdom’s submarine industry, Barrow is in the midst of a renaissance with significant government investment, a rapidly expanding economy and a new campus of the University of Cumbria under development. A thriving town surrounded by beautiful beaches and the Lake District fells makes Barrow a unique location to take your next career step.

We support and develop young people with severe and profound learning difficulties, and associated needs such as autism, communication difficulties and complex health needs.We take pride in working together to support pupils holistically, enabling them to develop socially, physically, emotionally and academically in order to succeed in life as independently as possible. We truly embody our school values of respect, fairness, kindness, pride, responsibility and resilience.

We are seeking a creative, caring and forward-thinkingteacher, determined to achieve the best possible outcomes for our pupils; who will reward them with enthusiasm, encouragement, humour, time and attention.

You must bewell organised and have a consistent approach, with the ability to work well with others and lead a team of classroom staff. The successful candidate will also have responsibility for leading on a whole school area linked to their particular strengths and experience.

Experience of working in a special school setting is desirable but not essential.

Just like our stunning location, our fantastic school has so much to offer for teaching professionals looking for a new challenge.

Please apply by completing a Fells Trust Teaching Staff application form available via our website: www.georgehastwell.org.uk and emailing to applications@thefellstrust.org

If you have any queries, please contact applications@thefellstrust.org

Closing date for applications: By Sunday 1st December 2024

Interviews will be held: TBC

Start date: ASAP

What the school offers its staff

A supportive environment for pupils and staff.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

What are the results and outcomes this role is to achieve? The post holder undertakes training and passes competence assessment to deliver diabetes education Diabetes education is delivered in an inclusive and interactive manner which allows for questions and discussion on the topics covered Delivery of education is patient centred and allows for a variety of learning styles to support cognitive learning The educator introduces and covers each topic following the curriculum closely Educators reflect on the session, identify what went well, what went less well and what changes could be made. Any reasonable duties shall be undertaken to achieve the above. What performance measures are necessary to measure the above? Undertake a structured training programme and pass a competency assessment to enable delivery of the course following the curriculum Annual observation and reaccreditation process Achieve a consistently high patient feedback score Principal Responsibilities Delivery of interactive structured diabetes education programmes in accordance with the set curriculum and lesson plan Use a range of sound teaching and learning techniques to improve participants ability to self manage their diabetes Ensure the course is delivered using the most up to date programme content Understand the administration and course organisation process undertaken by the administ Ensure all paperwork is completed, eg, attendance sheet, quality of live questionnaires, goal setting ad action plans and satisfaction surveys Specific Skills/Competencies/Qualifications/Person Specification Experience of delivering health education Sound clinical knowledge and understanding of diabetes Excellent teamwork and communication skills This document is current at the date of signature. However, amendments may be made from time to time to meet business requirements.

Search are currently recruiting for Groundworkers to start on a job in Penton, Carlisle (CA6)
START ASAP
Rate £NEG
Ongoing work

All round Groundworkers required: Concreting, drainage, footings etc

The applicants will require CSCS/NPORS/CPCS cards

Successful applicants must be able to provide work references covering the past 2 years

If interested please contact/ send cv to Daniel Woods 0151 229 5585 or daniel.woods@search.co.uk

Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age

The applicant can choose which office to be based from - it is a Hybrid role 3 days in office and 2 days from home (flexible on the days).

There may be an occasional request to travel to another office to take minutes - but practically that will be about once a month. Then standard council expense policy applies e.g. rail/bus travel but also 45p a mile in their own car.

We really do need strong diary management skills - that forms a large part of the role. Then there will be minute taking etc. and the usual PA type skills.

Gi Group are recruiting for a Postal Delivery Person with Driving duties.

£13.37 per hour
Location: Ulverston
Hours of work: Monday to Friday, 2PM - 8PM
Job Type: Immediate start


Responsibilities include:

* Unloading and loading vans
* Manual handling of parcels up to 30kg
* Scanning and checking labels
* Ensuring that parcels are handled safely to prevent damage
* Unwrapping and wrapping pallets
* Checking for any damage or faults in oods
* Carry out bulk collection work by driving a 3.5t Sprinter van in the evening

Requirements

* A full and valid UK Cat B Driving licence - DVLA checks will be completed
* A maximum of 6 points on your licence. DD/RR/TT convictions or endorsements in the last 4 years will not be accepted
* Experience of driving a 3.5t van is preferred
* Must have held driving licence for minimum of 12 months and be in current home address
* We are looking for someone with a strong work ethic, flexible and happy to work hard on their own initiative
* You must be physically fit to be able to manually load and unload parcels into a van (up to 30kg)
* You also be required to pass a basic disclosure (DBS)

If you are looking to work for a reputable business in a busy environment then apply NOW.

Should you require any support or assistance, please contact your local Gi Group office.

Gi Group Holdings Recruitment Limited are proud founding members of Menopause in business, pledge members for Neurodiversity in business, Disability committed members, Silver status pledge members for the Armed Forces Covenant, and Bronze trail blazers for Racial Equality matters.

Gi Group Holdings Recruitment Limited group of companies includes Gi Recruitment Limited, Draefern Limited, Gi Group Recruitment Ltd, INTOO (UK) Limited, Marks Sattin (UK) Limited, TACK TMI UK Limited, Grafton Professional Staffing Limited, Encore Personnel Services, Gi Group Ireland Limited and Kelly Services (UK) Ltd. Gi Group Ireland Limited are acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this role.

We are committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients. If you choose to apply, your information will be processed in accordance with the Gi Group Privacy Statement. To view a copy and to help you understand how we collect, use and process your personal data please visit the Privacy page on our Gi Group website.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Join Our Team as a Multi-Drop Delivery Driver in Carlisle

CAT B Licence Required

Monday to Friday,
2pm - 8pm
Potential for weekend work if required
£13.37

Location: Carlisle

Responsibilities:
- Average around 50 to 100 drops a day
- Cover a 50 mile radius from depot
- Be able to handle parcels up to 30kg
- Ability to navigate domestic addresses and find relevant drop offs
- Load vehicles and unload
- Great customer service

A Successful candidate:
- Full UK driving Licence
- No more than 6 points
- Previous multi-drop experience
- Able to understand and navigate complete routes efficiently
- Excellent customer service
- Physically fit to handle load volume and weight
- Flexible to work when required

Benefits:
- Temp to Perm opportunity
- Full training provided
- Van provided

If you think you will be a good fit to the team APPLY NOW!

Should you require any support or assistance, please contact your local Gi Group office.

Gi Group Holdings Recruitment Limited are proud founding members of Menopause in business, pledge members for Neurodiversity in business, Disability committed members, Silver status pledge members for the Armed Forces Covenant, and Bronze trail blazers for Racial Equality matters.

Gi Group Holdings Recruitment Limited group of companies includes Gi Recruitment Limited, Draefern Limited, Gi Group Recruitment Ltd, INTOO (UK) Limited, Marks Sattin (UK) Limited, TACK TMI UK Limited, Grafton Professional Staffing Limited, Encore Personnel Services, Gi Group Ireland Limited and Kelly Services (UK) Ltd. Gi Group Ireland Limited are acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this role.

We are committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients. If you choose to apply, your information will be processed in accordance with the Gi Group Privacy Statement. To view a copy and to help you understand how we collect, use and process your personal data please visit the Privacy page on our Gi Group website.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Job title: Site Quality Manager
Job type: Contract
Start date: ASAP - Subject to clearance
Duration: 12 months
Pay rate: £55-£60 per hour Umbrella / £41.53-£45.27 per hour PAYE
Location: Seascale, Cumbria (Fully site based)
Hours of work: 37 hours per week

Applicants must posses the following:
- Nuclear industry experience
- Good working knowledge of all relevant regulations and legislations
- Strong working knowledge of ISO 9001
- Proficient in ICT and Microsoft Office applications
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- HNC in relevant discipline

Ideally applicants should also be:
- Lead auditor trained

Role information:
- Develop and manage site quality arrangements
- Advise on all aspects of quality management
- Manage other quality personnel
- Maintain good relationships with internal and external customers
- Ensure quality requirements are defined during induction and training
- Monitor progress against site quality requirements
- Review enquiries, tenders and contract documentation in regards to quality requirements and contract specifications
- Liaise with subcontractors to ensure quality requirements are understood
- Review purchase requisitions/orders for quality requirements input
- Undertake supplier assessments

Interested in this position? please click "apply now"

We try to respond to all applicants, but sometimes this is not possible due to high volumes of applications; if you have not heard from us within 14 days, regrettably it means you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.
This contract vacancy is being advertised by Rullion Ltd
Since 1978, Rullion has been securing exceptional candidates for a range of clients; from large well-known brands, to SMEs and start-ups. As a family-owned business, Rullion's approach is credible and honest, focused on building long-lasting relationships with both clients and candidates.

Rullion is a forward-thinking recruitment company that specialises in providing a wide range of talent consultancy services to a diverse client base; from small start-ups to large household names.

Rullion celebrates and supports diversity and is committed to ensuring equal opportunities for both employees and applicants.

Customer Service Advisor based in Whitehaven

Offering £12.77 per hour, paid weekly - every Friday

Start date: January 2025

Full Time, temp to perm contract!

We are recruiting on behalf of our fantastic client based in Whitehaven, within this role you will be joining an existing team within an inbound customer service department. Full training will be provided!

The Role

• Have a passion and commitment to provide the highest levels of customer satisfaction at each customer contact
• To identify and implement process improvements to improve service to the customer and operational performance
• To work in partnership with operations employees at all levels of the organisation to ensure work activities are resolved to the satisfaction of the customer.
• Accurately record and process a variety of customer enquiries.
• Diagnose customer issues through detailed questioning and active listening.
• Investigate and interpret data held on a number of different systems.
• Manage customer expectations and set and agree timescales for actions to be performed.
• Promote products in line with marketing input.
• Conduct outbound calls following events and system unavailability.
• Review own performance statistics and take responsibility for personal development.
• Ability to be able to respond to and resolve written customer contacts.

The Hours:

Our client is offering a range of rota's for you to choose from; opening hours are as follows:

Monday - Friday; 8am-8pm
Saturday; 8am-4pm

The Pay: £12.77 per hour

• Paid weekly, every Friday

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PRIVATE PERSONAL ASSISTANCE Ltd
We are a Domiciliary care company based in Sedbergh and looking for staff to join our Team.
We cover Sedbergh and the surrounding area and Kirkby Lonsdale and surrounding area.
We have full time and part time positions available in Sedbergh and Kirkby Lonsdale. Must be able to work alternative weekends.
Experience preferred but not essential as full training will be given.
Driving Licence essential and own car.

Dementia Activity Coordinator Annual salary per annum £16.017.30 22.5 per week (Wednesday- Friday) £13.69 an hour We are seeking an enthusiastic and creative Activity Coordinator or Health Care Assistant who is passionate about delivering meaningful, person-centered activities for individuals living with dementia and their caregivers. Your dedication will help us enhance our day service in Ulverston and surrounding areas. The ideal candidate will be an excellent communicator, enthusiastic about palliative and dementia care, and proficient in using IT. We are a small, friendly hospice located on the southern edge of the stunning Lake District. This role is primarily site-based, with limited opportunities for home working.

Job title: Project Support Officer
Job type: Permanent
Start date: ASAP - Subject to clearance
Salary/ Pay rate/ Benefits: £30,000-£40,000, depending on experience
Location: Cockermouth, Cumbria
Hours of work: Up to 40 hours per week

Applicants must posses the following:
* HNC/HND in a relevant discipline or equivalent industry experience (nuclear/engineering)
* Good organisational skills
* Strong stakeholder management skills
* Resource management and resource planning experience
* Able to work alongside multi-disciplined engineering teams
* Able to manage technical documentation

Ideally applicants should also have:
* APM/Prince 2 qualification

Role information:
*Work with management team to assist with bids/tenders
* Arrange meetings and record minutes (i.e. next stage of project)
* Managing project files/folders and support with generating reports for stakeholders
* Ensure resources are coordinated in order to meet the requirements of the project (for example equipment and software matters)
* Keep track of company expenses and liaise with the management team in order to judge financial forecast
* Update project information in line with project expenditure and completion of tasks
* Record progress of the project and bring any potential issues to the attention of the management team

Interested in this position? please click "apply now"
We try to respond to all applicants, but sometimes this is not possible due to high volumes of applications; if you have not heard from us within 14 days, regrettably it means you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.

This permanent vacancy is being advertised by Rullion Ltd
Since 1978, Rullion has been securing exceptional candidates for a range of clients; from large well-known brands, to SMEs and start-ups. As a family-owned business, Rullion's approach is credible and honest, focused on building long-lasting relationships with both clients and candidates.

Rullion is a forward-thinking recruitment company that specialises in providing a wide range of talent consultancy services to a diverse client base; from small start-ups to large household names.

Rullion celebrates and supports diversity and is committed to ensuring equal opportunities for both employees and applicants.