Glenholme Healthcare Ltd
Male Support Worker
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Male Support Worker – Learning Disabilities Service
Location: Glenholme, Bedford (MK40) – Applicants must live within a 10-mile radius
Salary: £12.75–£12.95 per hour + Paid Training + Fantastic Employee Benefits
Hours: Full-Time opportunities only available for up to 37.5 hours per week, fully flexible for both Day and Night shifts
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Make a Real Difference Every Day
Are you someone who finds joy in helping others achieve their full potential?
- Do you have a passion for supporting people to live independent, meaningful lives?
- Are you looking for a rewarding role where you can make a real and lasting impact?
If so, we’d love to hear from you. Join our amazing team at Warwick Manor and Shakespeare House in Bedford as a Support Worker and start a career where your compassion counts every single day.
Prior experience in health and social care with learning disability and challenging behaviour is required; we will provide full training and ongoing support to help you succeed in this rewarding role.
Why Join Glenholme?
We believe in developing confident, skilled teams through support, recognition, and genuine opportunities to grow. Whether you're experienced or just starting out, we’ll provide all the training and encouragement you need to thrive.
Career Progression & Paid Training:
- Starting salary of £12.75, increasing to £12.85 if you already hold or after completing your care certificate with us (takes around 12 weeks to complete), and rising to £12.95 if you already hold an NVQ in health and social care or after completing an NVQ Level 2 with us
- Paid Care Certificate and NVQ's– an industry-recognised qualification
- Up to £128 compensation for completing your e-learning before you start
- Long-term development with opportunities to progress within Glenholme
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Health & Wellbeing Benefits:
- Hastee Pay – access up to 40% of your earned wages before payday
- 28 days holiday (including bank holidays)
- Birthday Leave – enjoy a paid day off for your birthday!
- Up to 5 additional holiday days based on length of service
- Refer-a-Friend Scheme – earn £250 per successful referral
- Life Insurance cover of up to £10,000 (terms apply)
- Cycle2Work scheme
- Reimbursed Blue Light Card – discounts on shopping, dining, travel & more
Employee Support:
- Automatic entry into our Employee Assistance Programme offering: Personal and everyday advice on child support, financial advice, mental health, health, and wellbeing.
- Quarterly Awards to recognise and reward exceptional staff
- Performance-related bonuses
- Pension scheme enrolment
Your Role as a Support Worker:
As a Support Worker, you’ll help individuals with learning disabilities live as independently and happily as possible. You’ll offer practical and emotional support while encouraging personal growth and inclusion in the community.
Key Responsibilities:
- Supporting with daily living tasks such as personal care, cooking, and medication
- Encouraging independence and life skills development
- Supporting social and community engagement
- Building meaningful relationships with residents, families, and healthcare professionals
- Maintaining accurate care records and contributing to personalised care planning
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Where You’ll Work – Warwick Manor and Shakespeare House:
Located in Bedford, Warwick Manor and Shakespeare House are specialist supported living services for adults with learning disabilities, autism, physical disabilities, and complex needs. It offers a safe, spacious, and nurturing environment for people who may not thrive in larger, mixed-use developments.
With 24-hour staffing and access to neighbouring care home facilities, the service promotes independence while ensuring round-the-clock support. Every person is encouraged to live a full, happy life as an active member of the community.
Diversity & Inclusion at Glenholme:
At Glenholme, we value compassion, individuality, and equality. We are committed to creating inclusive workplaces where both staff and service users feel respected, safe, and supported.
Apply Today
This is more than just a job – it’s a chance to make a genuine difference in someone’s life. Apply now to become a Support Worker at Warwick Manor and join the Glenholme Healthcare family.
Please note: This role requires an Enhanced DBS check.
Please be advised T&C's apply to all the benefits.
Job Code: GHBED1
Due to the specific needs of the individual being supported, we can only consider male applicants for this role in line with occupational requirement exemptions under the Equality Act 2010.
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