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Our vacancies

Join our team and make a difference you can be proud of. 

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Cumberland Carers Service Manager
Location: Head office based in Carlisle, Cumbria
This new role will lead the Cumberland Carers service through a period of transformation, embedding a redesigned structure and model of service. The Service Manager will provide strategic and operational leadership, ensuring the service meets…
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Adult Carer Support Worker
Location: Workington, Cumbria
The Adult Carer Support Worker works directly with unpaid adult carers to identify needs, complete carer assessments and provide tailored information, advice and support. The role supports carers to sustain their caring role, improve wellbeing and…
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Data and Quality Manager
Location: People First Conference Centre, Carlisle
The Data and Quality Manager is responsible for leading, developing and embedding robust data, quality, performance and risk management systems across People First and The Well Communities CIC. The role provides strategic and operational leadership…
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Executive Assistant to the CEO
Location: People First Conference Centre, Carlisle
We are seeking an organised, highly detail-focused Executive Assistant to provide high level and proactive support to the Chief Executive Officer. This includes full responsibility for diary management, email inbox organisation, meeting preparation,…
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Hub Co-ordinator
Location: People First Conference Centre, Carlisle
People First’s Independent Advocacy Department hosts a range of projects focussing on supporting people to have their voices heard and their rights and choices respected. This includes both statutory and non-statutory advocacy delivery and the…
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Administration Support Officer
Location: People First Conference Centre, Carlisle
The role of an Administration Support Officer is brand new to our department. We envision the role to adapt and develop over time along with ongoing changes to our processes and procedures. We would love to hear from you if you are a ‘people…
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Why work with us

At People First, we're passionate about building a fairer, more inclusive community where everyone is seen, heard and valued. Whether you are supporting communities, shaping campaigns, or working behind the scenes, your role here makes a real difference.

People First strives to create a welcoming, positive and inclusive environment for everyone. We are committed to living our values, upholding our culture, and ensuring professional conduct is upheld at every level. We believe in supporting the team as wholeheartedly as the communities we support.

Our values

Fairness: We believe that fairness is at the core of everything we do. We are committed to treating everyone justly, without bias and challenging inequality whenever we see it

Rights: We uphold and promote people’s rights, ensuring that their voices are heard, respected and that they can make decisions for themselves

Belonging: We create environments where everyone feels safe, valued, and part or our community. We celebrate diversity and inclusion in everything we do

Courage: We stand up for what’s right, even when it’s difficult. We speak out against injustice, challenge poor practices and take action to drive positive change

Kindness: We lead with compassion, empathy, and understanding. We treat everyone with patience, dignity, and genuine care, offering support and listening to one another.

Love: We show love to those we work with especially when they don't love themselves.

Our culture

Culture is created by all of us; we each play our part in making People First the place we want it to be. We strive to create a culture that feels like a community, where:

  • Everyone is welcomed with respect and inclusion.
  • We communicate openly and honestly with kindness and care.
  • We support one another to thrive, professionally and personally.
  • Leaders model the values we hold, setting the tone for the entire organisation.

We own our culture and always work to ensure People First is a place where people can be themselves and where everyone feels safe and valued. 

Benefits offered

We are proud to offer a range of benefits that reflect our values.

Generous annual leave entitlement
Birthday day off
Team events and celebrations
Festive close down time off
Volunteering day off
Length of service increments
Employer pension contribution of 6%
Ongoing training and development opportunities
A warm, supportive culture where you can thrive