Support Worker

Glenholme Specialist Healthcare; Stevenage; Presencial; GBP 17.000 - 19.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

28 days holiday including birthday off

Pension scheme and life assurance

Cycle to Work Scheme

Descripción de la vacante

Glenholme Specialist Healthcare in Stevenage is seeking a Support Worker for its Learning Disabilities Service. No prior experience is required as full training is provided. The role is flexible in pattern and location, with a focus on promoting independence and dignity for residents.

You will join a supportive team, work with individuals on community activities, and contribute to daily wellbeing. The role suits someone patient, kind, and reliable.

Formación

• Warm, friendly and patient disposition
• Commitment to dignity and independence for those we support
• Willingness to learn and work as part of a team
• Strong communication skills and a positive attitude

Responsabilidades

• Provide personal care and emotional support
• Teach and support independent living skills
• Support individuals with community activities such as social outings and hobbies
• Provide companionship and relationship-building
• Assist with medication support and day-to-day health monitoring

Conocimientos

Caring

Compassionate

Team player

Good communication

Descripción del empleo

Support Worker – Learning Disabilities Service

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.

Job Code: GHVIN1

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