Independent Living Support Worker — Driver (One-to-One)

The Methodist Church in Britain; Ponciau; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

6 weeks' annual leave

Pension scheme

Full induction with online and in‑face

Mentoring from colleagues

Health and wellbeing support

Blue Light Card discounts

Ongoing training and progression

Paid DBS check

Job summary

MacIntyre is seeking a one-to-one Support Worker to work with a young man who has a learning disability or autism, helping to build his independence and daily structure. You will encourage activities such as water play, walks and litter picking, and you will take him out with a full manual driving licence.

No prior care experience is required; a patient, warm, and friendly manner and a willingness to learn are essential.

Qualifications

• Patient, warm and friendly manner.
• Willingness to learn.
• Shares MacIntyre's values and celebrates difference.

Responsibilities

• Support a young man to build his independence and daily structure.
• Build trust and a genuine friendship with him over time.
• Encourage, praise and join in his favourite activities.
• Take him out and about, including walks outdoors in all weathers.
• Support him to stay active, including litter picking.
• Share his interests, such as water play and films on his iPad.

Skills

Patience

Willingness to learn

Friendly demeanor

Job description

MacIntyre is seeking a one-to-one Support Worker to work with a young man who has a learning disability or autism, helping to build his independence and daily structure. You will encourage activities such as water play, walks and litter picking, and you will take him out with a full manual driving licence.

No prior care experience is required; a patient, warm, and friendly manner and a willingness to learn are essential.