Support Worker
Support Worker
Job Description
Every Day, A New Adventure Awaits
Support Worker | Lifelong Learning | Milton Keynes
Full time, 35 hours/week | Monday–Friday, 9:00am–4:00pm
Tired of jobs that feel the same every day? This isn't one of them.
At MacIntyre, no two days look alike. One morning you might be baking with someone discovering a love of cooking; that afternoon, you could be out exploring Milton Keynes on a community trip, or cheering someone on as they try a new sport for the first time. Every day brings a fresh chance to help someone learn, grow, and feel proud of what they've achieved, and you'll feel that pride right alongside them.
Join our warm, energetic Lifelong Learning team, supporting adults with learning disabilities and/or autism to build skills, gain independence, and thrive in everyday life.
Why You'll Love This Role
You won't just be supporting people, you'll be building real relationships. You'll get to know the individuals you support, understand what makes them tick, and use that to help them push their boundaries, try new things, and take charge of their own lives. Bring your own interests and hobbies to the table; you never know who they might inspire.
- Three Vibrant Sites, One Big Community: Split your time across three Lifelong Learning sites in Milton Keynes, plus regular outings into the local community.
- Activities That Matter: From cooking and arts & crafts to sports, music, vocational learning, and social trips, help people explore interests and build real skills.
- Care With Dignity at Its Core: Provide respectful, hands-on personal care and support with hygiene and wellbeing, always led by each person's own preferences, choices, and comfort.
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The ideal candidate
Warmth & Enthusiasm: Energetic, positive people who align with MacIntyre’s core values and DNA.
No Prior Experience Needed: We welcome applicants from all backgrounds! Transferable skills (from retail, hospitality, customer service, or care) are highly valued. Full training provided.
Driving Licence: A valid UK manual driving licence is essential to transport individuals between sites and community activities.
Commitment to Quality: Willingness to complete your Personal Development Portfolio (PDP) during the 6-month probation period.
If you would like to know more about MacIntyre then please do head over to our website. Click here to find out more.
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.