Support Worker

Glenholme Healthcare Group; Stevenage; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Stevenage is seeking a Support Worker for their Learning Disabilities Service. You will provide personal care and support, helping individuals with learning disabilities lead fulfilling lives. The role offers flexible working patterns, competitive hourly rates, and additional benefits including bonuses and holiday entitlements. Ideal candidates are compassionate, reliable, and possess strong communication skills.

Benefits

Competitive hourly salary

Flexible working patterns

28 days holiday

Quarterly awards and bonuses

Employee Assistance Programme

Pension scheme

Life Assurance cover

Cycle to Work Scheme

Qualifications

• Warm, friendly, and patient individual needed.
• Commitment to promoting dignity and independence is essential.
• Strong communication skills and a positive attitude required.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and emotional support.
• Teach and support independent living skills.
• Support individuals with community-based activities.

Skills

Caring and compassionate

Strong communication skills

Teamwork

Patient

Reliability

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Support Worker – Learning Disabilities Service

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

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

Salary: £12.25 – £12.45 per hour

Make a Real Difference Every Day

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?

What You’ll Get

• £12.25 per hour starting rate


• £12.35 per hour after completing our paid-for Care Certificate


• £12.45 per hour with a Level 2 or 3 NVQ in Health and Social Care


• £200 bonus upon completion of mandatory E-learning*


• Flexible working patterns – work 1 to 4 days per week, with alternate weekends off


• 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

About Vincent Place – Glenholme Healthcare

Vincent Place is one of Glenholme Healthcare’s modern and purpose-built supported living services located in the heart of Stevenage. The service provides high-quality, person-centred support to adults with learning disabilities, autism, and complex needs, helping them lead independent, fulfilling lives within their community.

At Glenholme Healthcare, we are proud to provide compassionate, inclusive, and empowering environments across all our services. Our approach focuses on dignity, choice, and respect — ensuring every individual we support can live as independently as possible while achieving their personal goals.

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

At Glenholme, 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

*T&Cs apply to all benefits.

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