Male Support Worker - Days
Full-Time in Bedford, GB - Shakespeare House
Male Support Worker – Days
Learning Disabilities Service
Location: Glenholme – Warwick Manor, Bedford (MK40)
Applicants must live within a 10-mile radius
Salary: £12.25 – £12.45 per hour + Paid Training + Fantastic Employee Benefits
Hours: Full Time – up to 37.5 hours per week
Shift Pattern: Days
Shift Times:
When the individual is not at college:
07:00 – 22:00 (long day)
07:00 – 14:30
14:30 – 22:00
When attending college:
07:00 – 10:00
16:00 – 22:00
Please note: These shift times are very specific to the needs of the service user and must be worked as outlined above. Flexibility is essential for this role.
Sponsorship Not Available
Make a Real Difference Every Day
We are currently recruiting a Male Day Support Worker to join our specialist team at Warwick Manor in Bedford.
This role involves supporting a young man with learning disabilities and complex needs. You will provide structured daytime support, including personal care, emotional support, and helping him develop independence and life skills.
On college days, you will support with morning routines and preparation before college, and again in the afternoon and evening once he returns. On non-college days, you will provide consistent day support across the full shift.
Experience supporting individuals with learning disabilities and behaviours that challenge is essential for this role.
About Warwick Manor – Glenholme Healthcare
Warwick Manor is a specialist supported living service in Bedford supporting adults with learning disabilities, autism, physical disabilities, and complex needs.
The service provides a safe, structured, and nurturing environment where individuals are supported to live as independently as possible. With 24-hour staffing and strong leadership, Warwick Manor delivers person-centred care tailored to each individual’s needs.
At Glenholme, we are committed to delivering high-quality care and investing in our staff. We provide ongoing training, career progression, and a supportive working environment where your contribution truly matters.
Why Join Glenholme?
Career Progression & Paid Training:
Starting salary of £12.25
£12.35 if you hold or complete your Care Certificate (approx. 12 weeks)
£12.45 if you hold or complete NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care
Paid Care Certificate and NVQs
Up to £128 compensation for completing e-learning before you start
Long-term development and progression opportunities
Health & Wellbeing Benefits:
Hastee Pay – access up to 40% of your earned wages before payday*
28 days holiday including bank holidays*
Birthday Leave – 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 up to £10,000 (terms apply)*
Cycle2Work scheme*
Reimbursed Blue Light Card*
Employee Support:
Employee Assistance Programme offering advice on childcare, finance, mental health, and wellbeing*
Quarterly Awards recognising exceptional staff*
Performance-related bonuses*
Pension scheme enrolment*
*Please note: Terms and Conditions apply to all benefits*.
Your Role as a Day Support Worker
You will:
Support with personal care and daily living tasks
Assist with morning and evening routines, including preparation for college
Promote independence and life skills
Support emotional regulation and positive behaviour strategies
Encourage engagement within the community
Maintain accurate care documentation
Build positive relationships with families and professionals
This role requires a calm, confident, and resilient individual who is passionate about delivering person-centred support.
Important Information
This role requires an Enhanced DBS check.
Sponsorship is not available for this position.
Due to the needs of the individual supported, we can only consider male applicants for this role in line with occupational requirement exemptions under the Equality Act 2010.
Apply Today
This is more than just a job it is an opportunity to make a meaningful and lasting difference in someone’s life.
Apply now to join Warwick Manor and become part of the Glenholme Healthcare family.
Job Code: GHBED1