Support Worker Early Mornings

MacIntyre; Bedford; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 15,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a leading charity dedicated to supporting individuals with learning disabilities and/or autism. MacIntyre seeks part-time morning support workers to help individuals begin their day positively, build connections, and enjoy meaningful experiences. Flexible roles are available; support people in a way that suits them best.

Benefits

Six weeks' annual leave including statutory public holidays

Workplace Pension scheme

Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)

Health Cash Plan

MacIntyre Sick Pay

Life assurance scheme

MacIntyre Rewards Scheme

Access to Blue Light Card discounts

Enhanced DBS Certificate paid by MacIntyre

Qualifications

• No previous experience required.
• Must have a full UK manual driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Help individuals start their day with confidence.
• Build relationships and provide companionship support.
• Support in daily activities with person-centred practices.

Skills

Warmth

Patience

Desire to make a positive difference

Education

Full UK manual driving licence

Job description

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At MacIntyre, we believe in doing things differently. We’re all about celebrating people for who they are, supporting their choices, and helping them live lives filled with joy, purpose and connection.

You’ll be joining a welcoming, close-knit team where your voice matters and where the people you support are right at the heart of everything we do.

Meet the people you’ll be supporting:

David is in his 40s and enjoying new-found independence whether it’s going for a coffee, riding his favourite horse, heading to a disco, or catching up with mates at the pub. You’ll support David to start his day with confidence, helping him get ready and encouraging him to make choices that feel right for him.

Alfie and Joe are housemates with loads of energy, curiosity and a great sense of humour. They love getting out and exploring or simply going for a drive. With your help, they’re building structure in their mornings and discovering new things they love.

We’re currently recruiting for three part-time morning roles:

7:30am 10:00am

Help David start his day, get ready for activities and feel confident and supported.

2x Support Workers for Alfie and Joe

Monday to Friday

7:30am 10:00am, term time only

Help them begin the day with purpose, energy, and the support they need to thrive.

Some flexibility is appreciated, as routines can vary slightly throughout the year.

What this role is really about:

This isn’t just a job. It’s a chance to be there for people at the most meaningful part of their day the start. You’ll be:

Building real relationships

Supporting people in the way that works best for them

Being part of a team that truly values person-centred support

If you believe everyone deserves a life full of meaning, connection and choice, you’ll feel right at home here.

Apply now and be part of something truly person-centred.

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"Please note, we are currently unable to offer sponsorships as we await further guidance from the Home Office. Applications requiring sponsorship cannot be considered at this time. We appreciate your understanding."

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About you
You don’t need previous experience just warmth, patience, and a genuine desire to make a positive difference.

You must hold a full UK manual driving licence, as being able to travel opens up more opportunities for Alfie and Joe to do the things they enjoy and visit the places that matter 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.

Training and Development

At Macintyre we fully support your training and development. We know it can be daunting to start a new job, and not everyone learns the same way, so throughout your probation we will provide you with a mixture of eLearning, face-to-face training and mentoring support whilst on the job.

But it doesn't stop there - throughout your career with us you will have access to our own dedicated in house Learning and Development team, Quality Specialists and HR Teams. These teams, along with your Manager, will provide you with opportunities to learn and develop professionally as well as enabling and supporting you to achieve professional qualifications and career progression opportunities - all free of charge.

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

If this job sounds like the right fit for you, click on the Apply button on the MacIntyre website, complete some brief details and upload your CV.

Alternatively if you would prefer to complete a manual application form, call us 01908 357 016 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.

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