Support Worker

Support Worker

Job reference: 005392

Salary: £12.82 per hour

Closing date: 01/09/2026

Location: Westoning

Job Description

Could you help make every day meaningful, fun and full of possibility?

Looking for a career where you can make a genuine difference while sharing laughter, new experiences and great days out? No experience is needed – just the right values, a sense of fun and a willingness to support people to live lives that make sense to them.

We're looking for a Support Worker to join our team in Westoning, supporting seven fantastic people with learning disabilities in their own home.

37.5 hours per week on a rota basis, including weekends, bank holidays and sleep-ins.

Why driving matters

Having a manual driving licence is essential, not because you'll be rushing from appointment to appointment, but because driving helps open up opportunities. Whether it's a trip to the park, visiting friends, attending activities or exploring somewhere new, you'll help people get where they want to be and do the things they enjoy.

Meet Jane and Simon*

Who better to tell you about the role?

Jane and Simon are non-verbal, but they are experts at showing us what matters to them and what they value in great support.

At home, they want someone who will:

• Create a relaxed and happy atmosphere
• Share plenty of laughter and fun
• Sing along to their favourite songs
• Invent silly games and use silly voices
• Turn everyday routines into enjoyable moments

When they're out and about, they enjoy:

• Visiting MacIntyre's Learning Centre in Ampthill to see friends and take part in activities
• Trips to the park, fresh air and picnics on sunny days
• Exploring new places and experiences

And when it's time to relax:

• Sixties music is always a winner – especially Elvis!
• Settling down with a favourite TV programme
• Trying new activities and discovering new interests with support from creative, enthusiastic staff

More than support

This role isn't about doing things for people. It's about working alongside them, listening to what they communicate in their own unique ways, and helping them shape lives filled with the things that matter most to them.

Jane and Simon are full of personality, laughter and fun. They are looking for someone who will get to know them, celebrate who they are and support them to live rich, meaningful and fulfilling lives.

Could that be you?

* names changed for privacy

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About you

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 be a driver with a manual licence, as you will be driving service vehicles, also confident in driving an 8 seater vehicle.

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.