Support Worker- Learning Disabilities

Female Support Worker

Salary: £12.75 - £12.95 per hour, paid training included. Part-time and full-time opportunities available.

Location: Saltdean, BN2

Hours: 37.5-hour contracts available

Shifts: 7.5-hour shifts, including alternate weekends

We often hear, "I would love a job where I can help others and make a real difference." If that sounds like you, we would love to hear from you.

Do you have a big smile that can brighten someone's day?

Do you have patience and a sense of humour?

Are you kind, compassionate, and caring?

Working as a Support Worker isn't always the easiest job, but we can promise it is one of the most rewarding.

Whether you have previous experience as a Support Worker, Care Assistant, or Carer, or come from a background in retail, hospitality, warehousing, cleaning, customer service, or administration, we will provide all the training and support you need to build a successful career with Glenholme Specialist Healthcare
.

At Glenholme Specialist Healthcare
, our supported living services provide high‑quality, person‑centred support for adults with learning disabilities and additional complex needs.

Our homes offer spacious en‑suite accommodation, welcoming communal lounges, modern kitchens, large gardens, and dedicated sensory and relaxation areas designed to promote wellbeing and independence.

Located in a quiet residential area close to local amenities, restaurants, shops, and transport links, including direct access to Brighton city centre, our services encourage individuals to build meaningful connections within their local community and live fulfilling lives.

Our specialist supported living services have been carefully developed to enable people with learning disabilities to live happy, healthy, safe, and independent lives while achieving their personal goals and aspirations.

• Salary increase to £12.85 per hour upon completion of our paid‑for Care Certificate (industry‑recognised qualification)
• Salary increase to £12.95 per hour upon completion of a paid‑for Level 2 or Level 3 NVQ qualification (industry‑recognised qualification)
• Hastee Pay – withdraw up to 40% of your earned salary before payday
• 28 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
• An additional day off for your birthday
• Up to 5 additional days annual leave based on length of service
• Quarterly Awards recognising commitment and outstanding performance
• Performance‑related bonus opportunities
• Employee Assistance Programme offering support with:
  • Childcare and family matters
  • Financial advice
  • Mental health support
  • Health and wellbeing
• Pension scheme
• Life assurance cover up to £10,000 (terms and conditions apply)
• Cycle2
  
  Work scheme
• Blue Light Card reimbursement
• Ongoing paid training and career development opportunities

T&Cs apply to all benefits.*

With the right training and support, you will help promote independence, choice, inclusion, and dignity for the people we support. Every day you will make a meaningful difference and become much more than a Support Worker – you will become a trusted companion and advocate.

• Providing companionship and emotional support
• Supporting with personal care
• Teaching and encouraging independent living skills
• Administering and managing medication
• Supporting community access and activities, including swimming, social events, shopping, and leisure pursuits
• Promoting independence, choice, and inclusion
• Maintaining accurate records and reporting concerns appropriately
• Supporting individuals to achieve their personal goals and outcomes

At Glenholme Specialist Healthcare
, our core values allow both our colleagues and the people we support to thrive. We are committed to treating everyone with dignity, respect, compassion, and fairness while promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion throughout everything we do.

Sound good?

Don't miss this fantastic opportunity. Apply today and become a Support Worker with Glenholme Specialist Healthcare
.

This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS check.

Job Code: GHBRI1

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.