Support Worker

Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire Posted 1d Leaves the board in 7 days
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Help People Live Gloriously Ordinary Lives

Full-time or Part-Time Female Support Worker

Day Shift TImes: 7:00am - 2.30pm or 2:00pm - 9.30pm

We also have Waking Nights Available, Shift Times: 9:30pm - 7:00am

Please put in your application if you are applying for Day shifts or Waking nights

We’re looking for Support Workers on full-time or part-time hours (part-time is 22.5 hours a week)
If you are a fun, kind, and compassionate person then we are looking for you too!

You will be based in our friendly, all female home in Aylesbury supporting and empowering adults in their 40's with learning disabilities to live as independently as possible – whether that is helping with everyday life skills, attending appointments together, or sharing hobbies and interests.

Whilst the people you will be supporting enjoy their daily routines, we can guarantee that no day will be the same. You might find yourself supporting Holly* to go to the cinema, Sarah* to volunteer at the local food bank, or enjoying a cosy evening in with Josie* watching a musical with a foot spa.

You will build close relationships and create a safe and trusting environment helping with tasks like taking medication, having a shower, and brushing teeth, as well as empowering the people you will be supporting to make their own choices and be in control of their own lives.

We are hoping that you know what is happening locally or know where to look for new experiences and opportunities, encouraging connectedness and purpose where they live.

You will work a mixture of shift patterns (7am-3pm and 2pm-10pm), including weekends and bank holidays on a full or part time basis. You may also be required for waking nights (9:30pm-7am) to cover annual leave and sickness.

No experience? No problem.

You don’t need a background in care for this role. Some of our best Support Workers came from retail, hospitality and other people-facing jobs, and brought exactly what we look for: patience, reliability and the right attitude. We’ll train you from day one.

You’ll get:

  • Blue Light discount card
  • Generous holiday allowance
  • A supportive team and complete training

*Names Changed For Privacy

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About you

Of course we welcome you if you've been a care assistant or support worker, but experience isn’t necessary. If you share our values, are warm, friendly and willing to learn, you’re likely to be a great fit.

We’re looking for people who celebrate differences, and we strive to make all our staff feel included, valued and respected.

You must have a UK Manual Licence for this role

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.

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