Support Worker

MacIntyre; St Albans; On-site; GBP 11,700 - 14,300; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Six weeks' annual leave

Pension scheme

Paid DBS check

Health and wellbeing support

Discounts through staff schemes

Ongoing training and career dev

Job summary

MacIntyre is seeking caring, enthusiastic people to join our team and support people with learning and physical disabilities to live full, active and connected lives in their local communities. You’ll spend much of your time alongside people in their everyday lives, helping them build relationships, pursue interests and achieve goals that reflect their strengths and choices.

Hours: 25 hours per week on a rota including weekdays, evenings, weekends and bank holidays; we provide full training,

Qualifications

• Hold a full UK manual or automatic driving licence and held your licence for 2 years or more.
• Be willing and able to drive the vehicles of the people we support and, where appropriate, MacIntyre service vehicles.
• Be willing and physically able to support people with mobility needs, including pushing wheelchairs where required, and being on your feet, out and about in the community.
• Feel comfortable working across a range of community settings and travelling between locations.
• Be flexible in your approach to working hours, including weekdays, evenings, weekends and Bank Holidays, as shifts are planned around the lifestyles and choices of the people we support.

Responsibilities

• No two days are ever the same—and that's exactly what makes this role so rewarding.
• You'll spend much of your time alongside people in their everyday lives, helping them build relationships, pursue their interests, get involved in opportunities and achieve goals that reflect their strengths, aspirations and choices.
• You could be:
• Supporting someone to attend local football matches, sporting events and community activities.
• Going for walks, swimming, or trying new hobbies together.
• Visiting cafés, shops, parks and local events.
• Encouraging people to build friendships and stay connected with family and their community.
• Helping people develop confidence, independence and everyday life skills.
• Supporting someone to achieve personal goals, learn something new or simply enjoy a brilliant day out.
• Sharing conversations, laughter and the everyday moments that make life meaningful.
• Alongside these experiences, you'll also provide practical, person-centred support tailored to each individual's needs. This may include supporting with getting ready in the morning, medication, eating and drinking.
• Above all, you'll empower people to make their own choices, maintain their independence and live the life they choose.

Skills

Full UK driving licence

Willing to drive service vehicles

Ability to support mobility needs

Flexible hours

Willing to travel between locations

Job description

Help People Live Gloriously Ordinary Lives

At MacIntyre, we believe everyone deserves a life filled with friendship, choice, belonging and the freedom to enjoy the everyday moments that matter most.

We're looking for caring, enthusiastic people to join our team and support people with learning and physical disabilities to live full, active and connected lives in their local communities.

This isn't just a job in care—it's an opportunity to help people do the things they love, build meaningful relationships and enjoy the ordinary moments that make life extraordinary.

Could You Support Someone Like Matt?*

Matt loves making the most of every day. Whether he's cheering on his favourite football team, heading to a local match, going swimming, enjoying a walk in the park, relaxing in his favourite café or exploring new places, he enjoys being part of his community and sharing experiences with others.

Like everyone we support, Matt communicates in his own unique way. By taking the time to get to know him, you'll understand what makes him smile, what motivates him and how he expresses his choices, interests and personality.

Every person we support is different, but they all want the same things we all do a life that feels like their own. A life filled with choice, friendships, opportunities and the freedom to enjoy what matters to them.

What You'll Be Doing

No two days are ever the same—and that's exactly what makes this role so rewarding.

You'll spend much of your time alongside people in their everyday lives, helping them build relationships, pursue their interests, get involved in opportunities and achieve goals that reflect their strengths, aspirations and choices.

You could be:

• Supporting someone to attend local football matches, sporting events and community activities.


• Going for walks, swimming, or trying new hobbies together.


• Visiting cafés, shops, parks and local events.


• Encouraging people to build friendships and stay connected with family and their community.


• Helping people develop confidence, independence and everyday life skills.


• Supporting someone to achieve personal goals, learn something new or simply enjoy a brilliant day out.


• Sharing conversations, laughter and the everyday moments that make life meaningful.

Alongside these experiences, you'll also provide practical, person-centred support tailored to each individual's needs. This may include supporting with getting ready in the morning, medication, eating and drinking.

Above all, you'll empower people to make their own choices, maintain their independence and live the life they choose.

Why This Role Matters

Supporting someone isn't about filling time—it's about creating opportunities.

It's knowing that Saturday means football, that a walk in the sunshine can brighten someone's whole week, or that catching up with friends over a coffee is every bit as important as any planned activity.

You'll help people become active members of their communities, build lasting relationships, discover new opportunities and enjoy life on their own terms.

Those everyday moments—celebrating a goal, exploring somewhere new, sharing a laugh, meeting friends or enjoying a favourite café—are what we mean by living a Gloriously Ordinary Life.

Hours

25 hours per week

Working on a rota that includes:

• Weekdays


• Evenings


• Weekends


• Bank Holidays

Why Join MacIntyre?

At MacIntyre, we're ambitious—for the people we support and for our colleagues.

We believe everyone should have the opportunity to belong, pursue their passions, make meaningful choices and enjoy the ordinary moments that make life extraordinary.

In return, you'll join a supportive team, receive excellent training and development opportunities, and have the chance to build a rewarding career where every day brings something different.

If you enjoy being active, love meeting people, value genuine relationships and want a role where you can make a genuine difference, we'd love to hear from you.

Join MacIntyre and help people get out, get involved and live gloriously ordinary lives.

Because the best days aren't extraordinary—they're the ones spent doing the things that matter most.

*Names have been changed to protect privacy.

#IND

About you:

We're looking for people who are positive, reliable and passionate about supporting others to live fulfilling lives. You don't need previous experience in social care—we'll provide all the training you need. What matters most is your values, enthusiasm and willingness to make a difference.

Essential requirements:

• Hold a full UK manual or automatic driving licence and held your licence for 2 years or more.


• Be willing and able to drive the vehicles of the people we support and, where appropriate, MacIntyre service vehicles.


• Be willing and physically able to support people with mobility needs, including pushing wheelchairs where required, and being on your feet, out and about in the community.


• Feel comfortable working across a range of community settings and travelling between locations.


• Be flexible in your approach to working hours, including weekdays, evenings, weekends and Bank Holidays, as shifts are planned around the lifestyles and choices of the people we support.

About us

MacIntyre is a national charity supporting more than 1,400 children, young people and adults who have a learning disability or are autistic.

For 60 years, we've worked alongside people to build lives filled with opportunity, connection and belonging. Whatever your role, you'll help make that possible.

Learn and grow with us

Wherever you're starting from, we'll help you succeed.

You'll receive a full induction, a mix of online and face-to-face training, and mentoring from experienced colleagues while you learn the role.

As your career develops, you'll have access to ongoing learning, professional qualifications where relevant, and opportunities to progress, all fully supported by MacIntyre.

Pay and benefits

Alongside your salary, you'll enjoy a range of benefits including:

• 6 weeks' annual leave per year including public holidays


• Pension scheme


• Paid DBS check


• Health and wellbeing support, including an Employee Assistance Programme


• Shopping discounts through Blue Light Card and our staff discounts scheme


• Ongoing training and career development

See the full range of benefits on the Careers page of our website.

How to apply

Click Apply to complete a short application and upload your CV.

We may close this vacancy early if we receive enough applications, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

Please note: we do not offer Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. You must already have the right to work in the UK.

Safer recruitment

We are committed to safeguarding the children, young people and adults we support. If we offer you a job, we’ll work with you to complete the appropriate pre-employment checks.

Equality, diversity and inclusion

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we work in.

If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, we're happy to help, call us on 01908 357016. Our recruitment website also includes accessibility tools such as translation, OpenDyslexic font and display options.