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Support Worker/Care Assistant

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Posting date: 09 June 2026
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 09 July 2026
Location: Cockermouth, Cumbria
Remote working: On-site only
Company: BPP CARE LTD
Job type: Temporary
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Summary

Job Title: Support Worker/Care Assistant (Agency Staff)

Location: Cockermouth, Cumbria

Type: Temporary/Contract, Flexible Shifts (including nights, weekends, bank holidays)

About the Role:
We’re looking for reliable Support Workers/Care Assistants to join our team on an agency basis. You’ll provide hands-on care and support to residents (older adults, often with dementia, mobility issues, or complex needs) in a warm, person-centred environment.

Key Responsibilities:
- Assist residents with personal care (washing, dressing, toileting, medication prompts)
- Support with meals, hydration, and social activities
- Help maintain a safe, clean, and dignified environment
- Record observations, report changes, and communicate with the care team
- Work flexibly, including nights, weekends, and bank holidays

Requirements:
- Care experience (formal or informal)
- Compassionate, patient, and able to work independently
- DBS check (or willingness to undergo)
- Good communication skills and ability to follow care plans

What We Offer:
- Competitive hourly rate
- Flexible shifts (full/half days, sleep-ins)
- Training opportunities (e.g., dementia care, manual handling)
- Supportive team environment

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Send your CV to recruitment@bpp-care.co.uk

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