Support Worker in Stevenage inStevenage PUBLISHED WED 29 OCT 2025 Jump to job information section
£12.25 to £12.45 per hour
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Glenholme Healthcare Group rYjyn3MJk
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Support Worker Job details Posting date: 29 October 2025 Salary: £12.25 to £12.45 per hour Hours: Full time Closing date: 28 November 2025 Location: Stevenage, Hertfordshire Remote working: On-site only Company: Glenholme Healthcare Group Job type: Permanent Job reference: GHVIN1 Apply for this job Summary Support Worker Full-Time in Stevenage, GB - Stevenage 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? At Glenholme, we’re looking for dedicated Support Workers to join our Learning Disabilities Service at Vincent Place 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 £12.25 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. Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme Disability Confident About Disability Confident A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to Disability Confident .
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To work as a Support Worker in the UK, you'll need a combination of personal qualities and specific skills. Here are some key skills and attributes that are typically important for this role:
1. Communication Skills: Ability to listen actively and communicate clearly with clients, their families, and other professionals.
2. Empathy and Compassion: Understanding the emotional needs of clients and demonstrating compassion and care is crucial.
3. Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to assess situations and come up with practical solutions to meet the needs of clients.
4. Patience and Resilience: Working with clients who may have challenging behaviors or emotional needs requires a lot of patience and the ability to remain calm under pressure.
5. Interpersonal Skills: Building rapport and maintaining professional relationships with clients and colleagues.
6. Organizational Skills: Manage your time effectively and keep track of multiple responsibilities and tasks.
7. Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with other professionals such as social workers, health care providers, and therapists.
8. Flexibility and Adaptability: Clients' needs can change rapidly, so it’s important to adapt to new situations.
9. Knowledge of Safeguarding: Understanding policies and practices around safeguarding vulnerable individuals is essential for ensuring their safety.
10. Cultural Awareness: Being sensitive to the diverse backgrounds and needs of clients and providing appropriate support.
11. Basic IT Skills: Familiarity with using computers and electronic health records, as well as communication tools.
12. First Aid and Health Care Knowledge: While not always required, having basic first aid skills can be beneficial, and understanding health conditions related to your client group is important.
While formal qualifications are not always necessary, having relevant training or a vocational qualification in health and social care can be advantageous. Additionally, specific roles may require knowledge or experience in particular areas, such as mental health, learning disabilities, or physical disabilities.
It's also essential to undergo a background check (DBS check) as working with vulnerable individuals often requires safeguarding compliance.

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