• Job Type: Part Time
• Job Location: Inverness
• Reporting to: Chief Executive
• Department: Operations
• Closing Date: 30/01/2026

The post-holder will work closely with and report to the Chief Executive across the range of activities covered by the post.

The Business Support Officer will work with the Chief Executive and the wider leadership team. The post-holder will be required to develop effective and positive working relationships with all New Start Highland departments, colleagues and customers.

• To assist in ensuring that in all aspects of work, New Start Highland’s values, policies and procedures are adhered to in a consistent manner
• To maintain confidentiality
• To liaise with staff, volunteers, service users and the general public in a courteous manner that promotes a positive image and upholds the company reputation
• To support the Leadership Team to maintain safe systems of work ensuring quality of service and all relevant Health and Safety regulations are consistently delivered
• To communicate clearly and effectively with other members of the team and the general public

• Office Management Provide and develop accurate reports required for the NSH Leadership Team, and partner as required with departments at NSH to ensure data is accurate and timely
• Responsible for NSH main reception, working with volunteers to manage this service.
• Manage and develop the conference room bookings at New Start Highland linking with The Yard Café for catering
• Supervise contracts and providers for services such as consumables, minor office renovations and cleaning, including office equipment such as photocopiers, franking machine, etc.
• Lead in the procurement and ordering of office equipment and stationery, and consumables in the most cost-effective manner
• Track staff issues and requests about the building, office facilities, fixtures and fittings, and ensure they are responded to in a timely manner.
• Group Infrastructure In partnership with the NSH leadership team lead on communications with the outsourced IT provider for company IT requests, mobile phones, etc.
• Act as the point of contact for broadband and WIFI procurement, fixed asset registers, and other infrastructure required, and for company building services and suppliers.
• Partner with the Marketing team to manage internal digital platforms.
• Compliance & Security Coordinate and ensure all managers comply with H&S procedures, mandatory training, fire evacuation plans, fire alarm testing, fire extinguishers
• Oversee H&S responsibilities with the office premises (Carsegate)
• Risk assessments, health & safety checks, fire evacuation plans, fire alarm testing, fire extinguishers etc.
• Informing appropriate facility management works are carried out as required
• Ensure compliance with documentation/records required for auditors of NSH

Role: Business Support Officer
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Location: McDonald Road, Edinburgh, with regular visits to Teens+ Centres and Hubs in Edinburgh and Musselburgh
Hours: 35 hours per week (Monday to Friday)
Salary: £28,000 per annum

Purpose of role

As the Business Support Officer, you will play a key role in supporting the smooth and effective running of Capella’s central operations. Your work will ensure strong governance, robust data protection practices, and high-quality organisational coordination, helping us deliver meaningful impact for the people we support.

You will be a trusted source of support to the Senior Management Team and Board, enabling strategic decision-making that advances our mission. Through strong administration, excellent organisation, and attention to detail, you will help safeguard our organisational integrity while contributing to a positive, collaborative charity environment.

What we offer:

• A full and robust training and induction programme, including access to additional training during the course of employment
• Holiday entitlement of 36 days from the start of employment
• Free Confidential Employee Counselling Service
• Flexible and agile working
• Family-friendly policies, including family-friendly working hours (8.30 am – 4.30 pm Mondays to Thursdays and 2pm finish on Fridays)

About Capella

At Capella, we believe in lasting change through lifelong learning, because everybody deserves to thrive.

Capella is a registered charity that runs a number of charitable services, including Teens+, a transitional education project for young adults with complex and severe communication needs and Sleep Action, the UK’s oldest sleep charity and leading provider of sleep support, training, and resources in the UK.

Capella is a great place to work with fantastic people, strong values and a clear sense of the difference we make. 94% of our team are proud to work for our organisation and 98% think we take positive action on health and wellbeing. We invest in our staff and offer extensive training and mentoring opportunities. As a growing organisation, we want to attract ambitious staff with a desire to achieve great things. If this sounds like a journey you’d like to join us on, we would love to hear from you.

Capella was awarded Employer of the Year at the Edinburgh Chamber of Commerce Awards 2023 and is nominated for the Outstanding Leadership Award at this year’s Scottish Living Wage Awards.

Our values

For us, it’s not so much about what you know, but your attitude and values that are most important. We will provide full training on what you need to know, but you must be able to live our values:

Tailored – We always put people at the centre of our work.

Humour – Great things can be achieved when we are happy and have fun.

Resilient – Flexibility, confidence and creativity turn challenges into opportunities.

Integrity – Passion and professionalism are vital for all involved in our organisation.

Value – Everybody deserves respect and we are enriched through our differences.

Empathy – Compassion and care are in everything we do.

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For more information about this role, please see the job description and person specification below:

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Business Support Officer 

Band 6 - £26,403 - £28,142 (pro rata for part time posts) 

Permanent, 37 or 18.5 hours per week, with locations based on service needs across Bradford, including City Centre, Keighley, and Shipley.

Working for the Bradford Children and Families Trust offers the opportunity to work with some great people who are passionate about delivering change in a city whose culture offers as much diversity as it’s geography. You can make a real difference to families and children and be an active part in delivering the service Bradford families should receive.

We are fully committed to equal opportunities and we welcome applications from all backgrounds.

About the role:

Provide comprehensive support to professional practitioners within Children’s Services by ensuring the efficient management of their workloads. Core duties involve the precise entry and ongoing updating of client records, diligent monitoring and tracking of cases, and the extraction and collation of crucial information from various sources—including reports and audiences, such as those linked to court proceedings. Maintain and systematically update child management record systems, manage documents with accuracy, and effectively coordinate team diaries and rotas to ensure seamless operational support.

Take an active role in arranging and facilitating meetings, activities, events, and contact sessions. This involves setting up meeting logistics, minute taking, and ensuring clear communication with clients and professionals. Provide a welcoming first point of contact through reception duties and handle enquiries from the public, parents, and partners in a friendly and professional manner. Additional tasks include ordering equipment, goods, and services, as well as supporting the induction and onboarding of new staff to contribute towards smooth service delivery.

Offer proactive, solutions-focused support to the team, service users, and members of the public, ensuring all administrative duties are completed in full compliance with relevant legislative requirements, departmental procedures, and regulations. Demonstrate initiative and adaptability in a busy environment to help meet business objectives and maintain high standards of service provision.

Our strategic vision and values https://www.bradfordcft.org.uk/about-us/our-vision-and-values/ are upheld across the Trust, fostering a reliable and supportive environment for both staff and the children in our care. 

Our approach is rooted in restorative and relational practice, fostering trust, mutual respect, and meaningful relationships with children, families, and professionals.

You will also have:

• Highly proficient administrative skills, including accurate minute-taking and comprehensive working knowledge of a broad range of computer applications, particularly Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Warm and approachable demeanour, providing an excellent first point of contact through reception duties and handling enquiries from the public, parents, and partners in a professional and courteous manner.
• Self-motivated with a proactive approach to all aspects of work, demonstrating the ability to use initiative and ensure business objectives are consistently achieved.
• Flexible and collaborative team player, capable of adapting to changing priorities and offering cover when required to maintain seamless service delivery within a diverse team environment.
• Strong organisational skills, with proven experience managing multiple, competing priorities effectively to meet deadlines and deliver on business goals.
• Demonstrated experience in outcome-focused environments, with a commitment to continuous improvement and achieving positive results for service users.

Essential qualifications and skills:

• Level 2, or NVQ Level 2, in Business Administration (or equivalent)
• Five GCSEs or equivalent qualifications
• Outstanding customer service abilities across all levels
• Meticulous attention to detail

You’ll also be joining an organisation that truly values its people, offering a range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing, growth, and work-life balance, including:

• Generous annual leave - 31 days rising to 34 with service, plus bank holidays
• Excellent Local Government pension
• Family-friendly policies and enhanced parental leave
• Health & wellbeing...

Support Worker (Female)

Job details

• Location: Exmouth Devon
• Salary: £12.40 per hour plus benefits
• Expiry date: 26/01/2026
• Permanent - Full Time

Role: Support Worker (Female)

Salary: £12.40 per hour

Hours: 30  hours per week

Location: Exmouth Devon

Join United Response as a Female Support Worker in Exmouth, Devon, and make a difference supporting adults with learning disabilities to live independently. This role offers a£250 welcome bonus for new starters *T&C’s apply.

Female Applicants only under an exemption from the Equality Act 2010 – Section 9 – Part 1 (A) as a genuine occupational requirement.

Brimley is a six bed, single level home supporting individuals with a learning disability and cognitive decline. We provide person centred support, helping people navigate the challenges of their individual journeys with dignity, compassion, and respect through every stage of life.

No two days at Brimley are ever the same. Each day brings new experiences, achievements, laughter, and plenty of singing, reflecting the unique paths of the people we support.

We encourage independence by celebrating both big and small achievements and by taking a holistic approach to care, ensuring every aspect of each person’s wellbeing is thoughtfully supported.

As a small home, we are proud of our close knit team who work collaboratively and always place the best interests of the people we support at the heart of everything they do. We are currently looking for kind, empathetic, and adaptable individuals to join our team and make a meaningful difference every day.

This is a hands-on social care role that’s ideal for someone kind, patient, and enthusiastic about helping others achieve their goals.

Our support workers are the heart of everything we do. We want you to empower the people we support to live their lives how they want to, whether that’s travelling the world or spending time in their local park! All we ask is that you have the commitment and drive to encourage and guide the people we support to make this happen.

The position of support worker is all about building relationships with the people you will be supporting while helping them with their day-to-day routine in line with their personal support plans such as dressing, personal care, finances, medication, attending any appointments along with employment, Volunteering and hobbies.

Who will you be supporting?

You will be supporting adults with learning disabilities and/or autism in a supported living service, helping them to lead independent and fulfilling lives. The people we support enjoy a variety of activities such as going to the cinema, cooking, arts and crafts, and socialising in the community. Some individuals may also require support with personal care and complex needs. A person-centred approach is essential to ensuring each individual’s choices and preferences are respected.

In return, we will help you build a rewarding career along with the following benefits;

• Enhanced company sick and maternity/paternity pay
• Time and half for bank holiday working
• Your wellbeing matters to us, so we provide 2 wellbeing days per year
• Access to Blue Light Discount Card and Costco membership* T&C’s apply
• Access to free occupational health, physiotherapy, counselling, wellbeing and advice services
• Fully paid training and access to nationally recognised qualifications/apprenticeships
• Generous annual leave allowance, so you can balance your work and personal life.
• Our UR STARS recognition program rewards for individuals and teams who go above and beyond.
• Work place pension scheme
• Long service awards recognising loyalty to the people we support and the organisation
• Travel to work scheme (season ticket loan)
• Access to an online shopping platform with discounts from over 3,500 retailers

Are you ready to have a meaningful impact on someone’s life?

Are you compassionate to others?

Are you dedicated to making a difference? Then we want to hear from you.

United Response is not just a social care provider – we’re a well-respected charity dedicated to championing the rights of people with learning disabilities, Autistic People and those...

Support Worker (Female)

Job details

• Location: Exmouth Devon
• Salary: £12.40 per hour plus benefits
• Expiry date: 26/01/2026
• Permanent - Full Time

Role: Support Worker (Female)

Salary: £12.40 per hour

Hours: 30  hours per week

Location: Exmouth Devon

Join United Response as a Female Support Worker in Exmouth, Devon, and make a difference supporting adults with learning disabilities to live independently. This role offers a£250 welcome bonus for new starters *T&C’s apply.

Female Applicants only under an exemption from the Equality Act 2010 – Section 9 – Part 1 (A) as a genuine occupational requirement.

Brimley is a six bed, single level home supporting individuals with a learning disability and cognitive decline. We provide person centred support, helping people navigate the challenges of their individual journeys with dignity, compassion, and respect through every stage of life.

No two days at Brimley are ever the same. Each day brings new experiences, achievements, laughter, and plenty of singing, reflecting the unique paths of the people we support.

We encourage independence by celebrating both big and small achievements and by taking a holistic approach to care, ensuring every aspect of each person’s wellbeing is thoughtfully supported.

As a small home, we are proud of our close knit team who work collaboratively and always place the best interests of the people we support at the heart of everything they do. We are currently looking for kind, empathetic, and adaptable individuals to join our team and make a meaningful difference every day.

This is a hands-on social care role that’s ideal for someone kind, patient, and enthusiastic about helping others achieve their goals.

Our support workers are the heart of everything we do. We want you to empower the people we support to live their lives how they want to, whether that’s travelling the world or spending time in their local park! All we ask is that you have the commitment and drive to encourage and guide the people we support to make this happen.

The position of support worker is all about building relationships with the people you will be supporting while helping them with their day-to-day routine in line with their personal support plans such as dressing, personal care, finances, medication, attending any appointments along with employment, Volunteering and hobbies.

Who will you be supporting?

You will be supporting adults with learning disabilities and/or autism in a supported living service, helping them to lead independent and fulfilling lives. The people we support enjoy a variety of activities such as going to the cinema, cooking, arts and crafts, and socialising in the community. Some individuals may also require support with personal care and complex needs. A person-centred approach is essential to ensuring each individual’s choices and preferences are respected.

In return, we will help you build a rewarding career along with the following benefits;

• Enhanced company sick and maternity/paternity pay
• Time and half for bank holiday working
• Your wellbeing matters to us, so we provide 2 wellbeing days per year
• Access to Blue Light Discount Card and Costco membership* T&C’s apply
• Access to free occupational health, physiotherapy, counselling, wellbeing and advice services
• Fully paid training and access to nationally recognised qualifications/apprenticeships
• Generous annual leave allowance, so you can balance your work and personal life.
• Our UR STARS recognition program rewards for individuals and teams who go above and beyond.
• Work place pension scheme
• Long service awards recognising loyalty to the people we support and the organisation
• Travel to work scheme (season ticket loan)
• Access to an online shopping platform with discounts from over 3,500 retailers

Are you ready to have a meaningful impact on someone’s life?

Are you compassionate to others?

Are you dedicated to making a difference? Then we want to hear from you.

United Response is not just a social care provider – we’re a well-respected charity dedicated to championing the rights of people with learning disabilities, Autistic People and those...

Job Introduction

• Location:Folkestone, Kent
• Rate:£12.25 per hour
• Hours:Full time (37.5 hours) & Part Time (22.5 hours) available
• Training:Full training provided + NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care
• Required:Full UK manual driving licence and access to a car are essential.
• Sponsorship:Not available

How would you feel if you knew you would change lives and make a difference in someone's life experience?

As a Support Worker at Affinity Trust, you will make a difference every day, supporting people to live their best lives, giving them confidence and choice.

Your support means people can live more independently; in the way they choose. Ultimately, your support gives people the freedom to be themselves. 

At this location you will be supporting our gentleman in his own bungalow. He enjoys going out for trips in the car, listening to music and audio books. He also enjoys taking part in activities involving sensory items.

The location is hard to reach using public transport for our shift times. The person you will be supporting also has their own vehicle, so being a driver with a Full UK manual driving licence is essential.

We provide complete training to enable you to provide the best support you can to people living with learning disabilities, autism, or mental health needs.

However, we know that what is essential is your kindness, energy, and willingness to make someone's day brighter.

How you'll make a difference

• Support people to enjoy their daily routines and achieve their goals
• Build trust, connection, and independence
• Work with a compassionate, mindful and dedicated team

Our Benefits

• Buy & sell annual leave
• Access pay as you earn via Stream - https://stream.co/en
• Wellbeing scheme
• Fully funded health plan via SimplyHealth (GP, dental, optical)
• Blue Light Card reimbursement
• Pension & Life Assurance

An enhanced DBS check is required (paid for by us).

We interview as we receive applications, so please apply today!

We're committed to being Disability Confident, and we guarantee to interview all applicants with a disability who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy.

If you require any assistance with finding out about current vacancies, making an application, or need our recruitment documents in a more accessible format, please let us know.

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Home Support Assistant

Hours: Flexible hours (Mon-Fri during business hours) to suit you

Salary: 12.21 per hour for employment induction, training, client visits including travel time and mileage (45p per mile) between clients

Contract Type: Zero Hours 

Location: We currently have roles available in East Devon and Teignbridge.

Please note:

• Access and use of a motor vehicle is required.
• Previous applicants need not re-apply.

About the Role

Age UK Devon’s Enabling and Home Support Service aims to enable older people to make the most of later life and stay independent in their own homes.

Our dedicated Home Support Assistants work in their local communities to help older people by providing companionship and pampering, enabling support attending appointments or activities, shopping (escorted and unescorted), organising household paperwork, providing time off for carers, meal planning and preparation, light cleaning and household, and help with basic pet care.

You will be joining a friendly team with supportive management who provide in house training and development to support you in your role. There is no tricky paperwork or timesheets to complete as our service operates digitally, so all scheduled visits and client information is accessed via an App on an Age UK Devon smartphone which is issued to each Home Support Assistant.

You will be entitled to 20 days of holiday per annum exclusive of bank holidays (calculated on a pro-rata basis for part time employees).

You will be entitled to sign up for:

• BUPA Employee Assistance Programme
• The Blue Light Discount Card
• Age UK Discounts Portal provided by Aon
• Tickets for Good

This post is a zero hours contract, which gives you the flexibility to work as many hours as you choose during our business hours, providing we have the clients in your area. Additional hours are often available for covering holiday leave and sickness.

How to Apply

To apply, please download and complete the application form and the equalities and diversity monitoring form. Email both completed documents to homesupport@ageukdevon.org.uk. If you have any questions, please email or phone us on 0333 241 2340.

Support Worker – Orchard, Ravenswood, Berkshire

Salary: £13 per hour / £26,434.98 per annumHours: 36 per weekShifts: Typically, 07:00–21:00, with a 1-hour unpaid breakLocation: Crowthorne, RG45 6BQ

About the Role

We’re looking for caring, reliable Support Workers to join the team at Orchard, a friendly residential service based within Ravenswood Village. You’ll be supporting adults with a range of complex needs to lead full, meaningful lives.

This role is about building trust, enabling independence, and supporting people with dignity, every day.

About Norwood

Founded in 1795, Norwood is the oldest Jewish charity in the UK. We support and empower neurodiverse children and their families and people with neurodevelopmental disabilities to live their best lives.

At Norwood, you’ll make a real difference every day. You’ll be part of a supportive and inclusive team, guided by values of kindness, respect, empowerment and belonging. We invest in your growth, care about your wellbeing, and give you the pride of knowing your work changes lives.

About Orchard

Orchard is a spacious two-storey home within the Ravenswood Estate, supporting nine adults aged 20s to 70s with moderate to severe neurodevelopmental disabilities, including learning disabilities, autism, and additional needs such as epilepsy and mental health conditions. The home includes six bedrooms and two self-contained flats, creating a mixed and personalised environment.

Shifts follow a 24-hour rota, typically running 07:00 to 21:00, with adjustments made around the routines and preferences of the people supported. You’ll be joining a stable and values-led team committed to Kindness, Respect, Belonging, and Empowerment.

Your Day-to-Day

Your role will be varied and active. You’ll:
• Support people with personal care, medication, mobility, and communication
• Help people participate in activities, hobbies and trips out
• Assist with household tasks and daily routines
• Promote independence, dignity and choice
• Support people based on their individual needs and support plans
• Drive the home vehicle for appointments or leisure (if you’re a driver)

Experience, Qualifications & Training

Essential:
• Experience supporting adults with learning disabilities or autism would be beneficial
• Awareness of safeguarding and person-centred care
• Able to commit to full-time hours, including weekends

Desirable:
• Experience with epilepsy and/or mental health support
• Knowledge of active support and Dignity in Care
• Full, clean UK driving licence

We also welcome people new to care who show the right values and commitment. Full induction and training will be provided.

Reward & Benefits

We believe great support starts with great staff. Here’s what we offer:
• £13.00 per hour (plus overtime at £14.30 and Bank Holidays at £19.50)
• Fully funded induction and training
• 25 days annual leave + 8 Bank Holidays (FTE)
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Blue Light Card scheme access
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Free eye test and eyewear allowance
• £300 refer-a-friend bonus
• Career development pathway
• Free on-site parking
• A supportive, experienced team and management

Permanent - Full Time

Crowthorne, Berkshire

36 hours per week

£13 per hour / £24,401.52

Support Worker

2026-03-05

We reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

We actively celebrate everyones different abilities, sexual orientation, ethnicity, faith, and gender.

Everyone is welcome and supported in their development at all stages in their journey with us.

Description

We are looking for people to join our supported living service in Hackney, providing support for autistic young adults and learning disabilities, to transition them into adulthood and independence while living in their own flat.

This is a hands-on role where you will spend your time supporting people with everyday life activities, from developing essential life skills and accessing the community, to personal care and wellbeing.

No previous professional care experience is required. If you have personal experience of care or simply a strong desire to support others, we’ll provide you with training, including Positive Behaviour Support (PBS). If you hold a current driving licence, this would be an advantage.

This role includes working evenings, weekends and bank holidays, on a rota basis.

Supporting people we work with (People We Support)

· Deliver high-quality care and support to individuals in line with their support plans and risk assessments

· Enable people to access the community, develop independence, and pursue interests and goals

· Support with daily living, including personal care, meal preparation, budgeting and household tasks

· Act as a keyworker, maintaining regular contact and building meaningful relationships

· Encourage participation in planning services, recruitment and feedback opportunities

· Uphold dignity, respect and choice in all support activities

Financial and contractual responsibility

· Follow all financial procedures and policies, including appropriate use of petty cash

· Ensure value for money in all purchases and day-to-day activities

· Support the people we support to manage their finances responsibly and securely

· Promptly report any concerns regarding financial safety or signs of financial abuse to your line manager

· Record support hours accurately and notify your manager if any planned support is not delivered

· Encourage and support participation of the people we support in recruitment and service development

· Take personal responsibility for keeping your knowledge and skills up to date

Service delivery

· Ensure delivery of safe, high-quality, person-centred support—this may include lone working

· Follow support plans, risk assessments, and organisational policies and procedures at all times

· Monitor and report any changes in the needs or wellbeing of the people you support

· Maintain up-to-date, accurate records and complete all documentation to a high standard

· Inform your manager of any concerns, risks, or gaps in care, and escalate where necessary

· Provide both direct and indirect care across multiple services if required

· Be available to work flexibly, including evenings, weekends and bank holidays, as part of a rota

· Carry out personal care tasks safely and appropriately, and guide others in best practice where required

· Develop positive working relationships with families and external professionals

· Attend and complete all essential training and apply learning in your daily practice

Positive Behaviour Support (PBS)

· Promote and embed a PBS approach that focuses on improving quality of life, inclusion and participation

· Use proactive strategies to understand and meet the needs of individuals who may display behaviours of concern

· Work in partnership with individuals, families, and professionals to implement PBS plans

· Take part in reflective practice and training to continuously improve your understanding of PBS

· Help create a supportive environment that reduces distress and promotes wellbeing

Teamwork and safeguarding

· Work collaboratively with colleagues, families, and professionals to deliver joined-up care

· Support the induction of new team members, apprentices and volunteers

· Attend team meetings and contribute to service improvements

· Understand and follow all safeguarding procedures and respond appropriately to incidents or concerns

· Promote the health, safety and wellbeing of everyone in the service and report health and safety issues promptly

· Act as an ambassador for Outward and uphold our values in every interaction

This job specification is not an exhaustive list. You are expected to undertake any other duties as may be reasonably requested of you by your line manager.

Requirements

Essential

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Young People Transitioning from Children to Adult services

Full time & Part time positions available!

Earn up to £24,307.67 per year pro rata

We are looking for individuals who have a passion to support young people through their transition into adulthood. This could include college support, being in their first tenancy, enhancing life skills and supporting group activities. You will provide social, emotional and practical support to meet young people’s agreed outcomes.

Please note that this role includes Sleepover* shifts. 
*A sleepover shift consists of working during the day, a rest period sleeping over in the service and then working again the next day. The sleepover period is over and above your contracted hours and gets paid as an additional payment of £100.80 per sleepover.

If you are enthusiastic about supporting people to live their best lives then apply now to join our team!

Your main duties will include but not be limited to:

• Working with colleagues as part of an effective and efficient team to support vulnerable people.

• Communicate and work well with our supported people to provide individual care and maintain appropriate relationships.

• Being responsible in supporting individuals throughout the activities, giving positive feedback and encouragement.

• Updating and maintaining accurate records using a tablet on Arks Information Management system.

Find out what you working week could look like here.

Hear from our current Support Workers here.

In return for your valuable contribution, Ark will also offer you:

• Annual Leave Buy & Sell Scheme
  Employees have the option to sell or buy additional annual leave, up to a maximum of 5 days (or 1 working week for part-time staff) per year.
• Enhanced Overtime
  Any hours worked by a Support Worker over full-time contractual hours, will be eligible to be paid an enhanced rate.

• Up to 36 days paid holiday per year pro rata

• 4% Contributory pension scheme

• Cycle to Work Scheme

• Fully funded PVG & 1st year SSSC registration paid by Ark

Our employees told us in a recent survey that they stay with Ark because they believe in our values, we have supportive managers who continually appreciate their staff and they love making a positive difference in our supported peoples lives, helping them to achieve their dreams.

Ark would love to hear from you whether you are an experienced Support Worker or new to Social Care.

Apply now to join us at this exciting time as our service grows by clicking the link below.

CVs will not be considered.

Please note Ark is not a UK Visa Sponsor.

All interviews are conducted in person.

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Job reference:005127

Salary:£12.30 ph

Closing date:17/02/2026

Location:St Albans

Job Description

Join Our Team and Make a Difference Every Day at MacIntyre!

At MacIntyre, we believe in the power of individual voices and creating a space where everyone feels heard, valued, and understood. We're looking for caring, compassionate individuals to join our team and help us create a welcoming environment for adults with multiple learning and physical disabilities.

Position Details:

• Part-time role available 20 hours per week
• Shifts patterns from 10am to 7pm, Friday, Saturday, Sunday, Monday
• Must be a driver with a UK manual or automatic licence

In this role, you’ll be an integral part of enabling the people we support to enjoy their glorious ordinary lives, by fulfilling experiences. Whether it's swimming, arts and crafts, dining out, or going on outings in our mini-bus, you'll be supporting them to explore the activities that bring them joy. Sharing mealtimes and preparing delicious meals together, you’ll build strong relationships through everyday moments. You’ll also have the support of a dedicated, multi-disciplinary team, including registered nurses, to ensure the highest standards of care.

Every day at MacIntyre is an opportunity to make a real difference. You could be supporting *Sam who has limited verbal communication, so you'll learn to tune into the subtle ways she expresses herself. Your kindness and attention can light up Sam's day in ways that words cannot capture—rewarding you with smiles, laughter, and the joy of seeing someone feel understood.

Who is this role for?
No previous experience is needed to become a Support Worker. What’s most important is your passion for making a positive impact. Every day offers new chances to uplift those we help, and the rewards are immeasurable. We’re looking for someone who listens well, shows empathy, and is in tune with others' needs. We celebrate equality and ensure everyone feels respected and in control of their lives. With your dedication and willingness to learn, we’ll provide the training and ongoing support you need to thrive.

Join us at MacIntyre, where we’re creating a world where everyone is valued, and together, we can make every day meaningful!

"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."

*names have been 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.

Swimming is not essential but you will need to be prepared to get into the pool to assist.

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

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)