Support Worker

Archadeck of Nova Scotia; Leicester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A national charity is looking for Support Workers in Leicester to help adults with learning disabilities live meaningful lives. The role requires great interpersonal skills and a commitment to learning. No experience is necessary, as full training is provided. Competitive benefits include 6 weeks' annual leave, workplace pension, and employee assistance plans. Apply today to join a rewarding and stable career.

Benefits

Six weeks' annual leave

Workplace Pension scheme

Employee Assistance Plan

Health Cash Plan

Life assurance scheme

Discounts through MacIntyre Perks

Qualifications

• Experience not required, values and commitment are most important.
• Willingness to learn and grow.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals to live the life they choose.
• Encourage independence and celebrate individuality.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer service skills

Job description

Meaningful Career, No Experience Needed

Looking for a career that makes a real difference?

Are you honest, respectful, fun, compassionate, and kind? If so, you might be exactly who we're looking for.

At MacIntyre, we support adults with learning disabilities in Leicester to live meaningful, fulfilling lives. We recruit based on values, not experience — because we believe the right attitude matters more than a CV. Full training is provided.

Why a Support Worker role?

Many people join us from retail, hospitality, care, admin, or customer service — often because they want something more rewarding and stable. While many sectors are changing or shrinking, the social care sector continues to grow, offering

• Long‑term job security
• Clear career progression
• Recognised qualifications & full training
• Truly meaningful work

What does the role involve?

Every day is different. You'll be supporting people to live the life they choose — whether that's learning new skills, contributing to their community, or enjoying hobbies and days out.

You Might

• Support James as he volunteers at a local food bank
• Help Lucy get ready for horse riding
• Cheer on Graham as he becomes more independent
• Join David as he creates his next creative project

It's about being there, encouraging independence, and celebrating individuality.

About You

• Experience not required — values & commitment matter most
• Great interpersonal or customer service skills are helpful
• Willing to learn and grow
• Enjoy helping others succeed
• A driver – you can use our cars; your car is a bonus and expenses are covered

What We Offer

• Fully paid training & development
• Real career pathways in a growing sector
• Supportive team culture rooted in our values
• Full or part time hours — 2 to 5+ days per week

If you're ready for a purpose‑filled career where you can make a difference every day, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and help people live lives that make sense to them.

About Us

MacIntyre is a national charity which supports over 1,200 people with a learning disability and/or autism.

We were founded in 1966 by the visionary parent of a child with disabilities and have been growing steadily ever since. We celebrate and develop everyone's unique gifts, talents and contributions.

Pay and Rewards

We provide a range of benefits to reward and thank our staff which includes:

• Six weeks' annual leave including statutory public holidays
• Workplace Pension scheme – MacIntyre will contribute 3% of your salary to all eligible employees
• MacIntyre Staff Savings Scheme
• Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing
• Health Cash Plan which provides money back on core health treatments such as: optical, dental, physiotherapy, chiropody (at reduced cost)
• MacIntyre Sick Pay (qualifying period)
• Life assurance scheme offering valuable benefits to your dependents
• MacIntyre Rewards Scheme which recognises and rewards staff
• MacIntyre Perks which offers up to 6% discount off leading retailers including Tesco, Curry/PC World, Costa and many more
• Access to the Blue Light Card which offers thousands of amazing discounts online and on the high street for emergency and social care staff.
• Enhanced DBS Certificate (cost paid by MacIntyre)

How To Apply

To apply, click the Apply button on the MacIntyre website, complete some brief details and upload your CV.

If you would prefer to complete a manual application form, call us and we will send an application form to you.

Please note: we reserve the right to close this advert early if we have received a sufficient number of applications, so don't delay, apply today.

Safer Recruitment and Diversity Statement

MacIntyre safeguards and promotes the welfare of the children, young people and adults we support. Therefore we work with successful candidates to complete appropriate checks prior to joining.

MacIntyre is committed to promoting equality, encouraging diversity and embracing inclusion among our workforce. We want our workforce to be truly representative of all sections of society and the people we support. As part of this commitment, our accessibility toolbar allows you a number of options: read adverts in another language (including Welsh for our Services located in Wales), change the font to Open Dyslexia, change the colours, and many others. Just click the button marked “Accessibility” at the top of the screen.

This post is exempt from the Equality Act 2010 (Schedule 9, Part 1) which provides for the application of a genuine occupational requirement.