Support Worker Weekend Only

Job description

A Weekend Role With Great Purpose - Support Worker, Milton Keynes

At MacIntyre, we believe everyone deserves a life that makes sense to them - gloriously ordinary, in the best possible way. Full of choice, connection, and the chance to use your own gifts and passions in your own community.

As a Support Worker, you'll help make that happen. Not by doing things for people, but by standing alongside them - building positive relationships, showing respect and compassion, and championing their independence every step of the way.

We're looking for a part-time Support Worker for 15 hours a week, working Saturdays and Sundays. No experience needed - just the right attitude. We'll teach you everything else.
What you'd actually be doing

You'd be part of the lives of the people we support (aged 40-70), who live together in a six-bedroom house or a three-bedroom bungalow - both a short walk from shops, a café, a park and a pub they love popping into.

Day to day could mean:

• Swimming, bowling, cinema trips, holidays, walks in the park
• Cooking dinner together, tackling the washing up, keeping the home running
• Helping with personal care and medication when needed
• Just being there - chatting, laughing, sharing the things you're both into

Who they're hoping to meet

Someone who listens properly. Who's warm, outgoing, and brings good energy into a room. Someone who wants to be part of people's lives, not just present in them. If that's you, you'll fit in fast.
The practical bits

• Working pattern: Saturdays and Sundays, 15 hours per week
• Typical shifts: Early 07:30-15:00 or Late 14:30-22:00
• You'll need to be available for occasional weekday training - this is an essential part of the role, so please only apply if you can commit to this alongside your weekend hours

Why this job, why now

It's a genuine way into a career in Health and Social care - one where you'll pick up real skills, join a team that has each other's backs, and end most shifts knowing you made someone's day better.

If you've got kindness and personality to spare, we'd love to meet you.

*Name changed for privacy

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 hold a full, valid driving licence (Automatic or Manual)

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.