Support Worker

Location: Glenholme Specialist Healthcare, St Vincent Place, Stevenage, SG1 3AT

Contract Type: Full-Time or Part-Time (Flexible working patterns available)

Salary: £12.75 – £12.95 per hour, depending on qualifications and experience

Are you a caring, compassionate person looking to make a genuine difference in someone’s life? Do you want a rewarding role where every day is different and your support means everything? At Glenholme Specialist Healthcare, we’re looking for dedicated Support Workers to join our Learning Disabilities Service in Stevenage. No experience is required – if you’re kind, patient, and empathetic, we’ll provide full training and ongoing support. Whether you’ve worked in care before or come from a completely different background such as retail, hospitality, cleaning, admin, or customer service – we want to hear from you.

What You’ll Get

• £12.75 per hour starting rate
• £12.85 per hour after completing our paid-for Care Certificate
• £12.95 per hour with a Level 2 or 3 NVQ in Health and Social Care
• 28 days holiday, including your birthday off, with additional holidays based on length of service*
• Quarterly awards and bonuses to recognise exceptional contributions
• Employee Assistance Programme offering advice on health, wellbeing, financial support and more*
• Pension scheme and Life Assurance cover (up to £10,000)*
• Hastee Pay – access up to 40% of your earnings before payday
• Cycle to Work Scheme*
• Reimbursed Blue Light Card*

Your Role as a Support Worker

You will play a key role in promoting independence, dignity, and a fulfilling life for individuals with learning disabilities. Duties will include:

• Providing personal care and emotional support
• Teaching and supporting independent living skills
• Supporting individuals with community-based activities such as social outings, leisure, and hobbies
• Companionship and relationship building
• Medication support and day-to-day health monitoring

What We’re Looking For

• A warm, friendly, and patient individual
• Commitment to promoting dignity and independence for those we support
• Willingness to learn and work as part of a team
• Strong communication skills and a positive attitude
• Reliability and flexibility to support a variety of shifts
• Previous experience or qualifications in care are welcomed but not essential

Our Culture at Glenholme Specialist Healthcare

At Glenholme Specialist Healthcare, our values shape our approach to care and to each other. We are proud to foster a diverse, respectful, and person-centred working environment. Every member of our team plays a vital role in the lives of those we support, and we’re committed to providing opportunities for professional development and career progression. This role requires an Enhanced DBS check.

Apply today and begin a rewarding journey where your support truly matters. Join Glenholme Specialist Healthcare and become part of something meaningful.