Support Worker

MacIntyre; Wolverton; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

6 weeks' annual leave

Pension scheme

Paid DBS check

Health and wellbeing support

Staff discounts

Ongoing training and careerdevelopment

Job summary

MacIntyre is opening a new home in Two Mile Ash, Milton Keynes, and seeks compassionate Support Workers to help Andy live a fulfilling life with opportunities and independence. You will work alongside a colleague to provide day-to-day, person-centred support and accompany him to activities in the community.

Initial days may be challenging as Andy settles in, but patience, resilience and consistency will help build trust. PBS training will be provided to equip you for the role.

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence required.
• Teamwork with colleagues essential.
• Commitment to person-centred support.
• Patience, compassion and resilience when helping Andy.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day, person-centred support to Andy.
• Assist with community activities and transport.
• Build trusting relationships and adapt to Andy’s pace.
• Participate in PBS and self-protection skills training.

Skills

Driving licence

Teamwork

Empathy

Patience

Person-centred care

Job description

Make a Difference That Matters

Support Worker Opportunities- Two Mile Ash, Milton Keynes

McIntyre is opening a new home in Two Mile Ash, Milton Keynes, and we are looking for dedicated, compassionate and resilient Support Workers to join our team and support a young gentleman, Andy, to live a fulfilling life filled with opportunities, independence and positive experiences.

This is an opportunity to be part of a new service from the beginning, helping to create a safe, consistent and supportive environment where Andy can feel comfortable, build trusting relationships and thrive.

About Andy

Andy is a young gentleman who enjoys getting out into the community, trying different activities and spending quality time with the people who matter to him.

Some of the things he enjoys include:

• Swimming and bowling.
• Visiting animal parks.
• Playing mini golf and spending time at the park.
• Visiting cafés and enjoying community activities.
• Spending regular quality time with his family, whom he sees regularly.

Andy will also attend McIntyre’s No Limits education provision in Bedford three days per week.

The Role

Andy requires 2:1 support during the day, so you will work alongside a colleague to provide consistent, person-centred support tailored to his individual needs.

Building trust with Andy takes time. Initially, you may experience challenges as he gets to know you and adjusts to his new home. We are therefore looking for people who are patient, emotionally resilient, reliable and consistent in their approach.

You will take the time to understand Andy’s preferences, strengths and challenges, helping him feel safe, develop positive relationships and access the activities and experiences he enjoys.

McIntyre will provide Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) training and self-protection skills training to help equip you with the knowledge and skills needed for the role.

Why Join MacIntyre

This is your chance to help shape a new service, build meaningful relationships and make a genuine difference to a young person’s everyday life.

If you believe that patience, compassion, consistency and understanding can help someone flourish, we would love to hear from you.

Join us in creating a home where Andy can feel safe, valued and supported to be himself.

Be part of something new. Build trust. Change lives.

About you

We are looking for compassionate, patient, resilient and consistent people who are committed to making a positive difference in Andy’s life.

You will need to be understanding, empathetic and willing to take the time to build trust at Andy’s pace. We recognise that settling into a new home and building relationships can take time, so a calm, compassionate and consistent approach is essential.

You will work closely with your colleagues to understand Andy’s preferences, strengths and challenges, helping him feel safe, valued and supported to enjoy life and access the activities he loves.

Essential Requirements:

• A full UK manual driving licence is essential to support Andy with travel to and from his education provision in Bedford and to enjoy community activities.
• The ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
• A commitment to person-centred support, promoting Andy’s wellbeing, independence and quality of life.
• Patience, compassion and resilience when building relationships and supporting Andy through periods of change.

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.

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.

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