Could you support two young men with learning disabilities to live gloriously ordinary and wonderfully meaningful lives?
We’re looking for thoughtful, compassionate people to join a small, friendly team in Flitwick, supporting two young men in their new home as they build happy, independent lives.
Meet Alfie and Joe**
Alfie and Joe are both 18 and have recently moved into their home together. This is a big step for them full of excitement, nerves, and new experiences. They’re settling in well, and now we’re looking for support workers who can help them feel safe, supported, and truly at home.
Alfie is full of energy and loves being on the go. Bowling nights and karaoke are big favourites already! He attends college during the week and heads home to family at weekends.
Joe, who is registered blind, is getting used to his new surroundings and discovering what independence looks like for him. He enjoys routine, gentle encouragement, and is already showing his unique personality and preferences.
Your role
You’ll be part of the trusted team helping Alfie and Joe live the lives they choose filled with purpose, joy, and belonging.
That means supporting them with everyday routines like cooking, cleaning, and shopping, but more importantly, helping them feel happy and empowered. You’ll work alongside them to build routines, explore hobbies, going out, and feel confident in the world around them.
The details
* Full-time roles available (37.5 hours/week)
* During term time:
Shifts are 2:30pm10:30pm, with additional early and late weekend shifts
* During non-term time:
Shifts will vary and include both early and late shifts across weekdays and weekends
* Some flexibility is required due to changes in routine throughout the year
You’ll be joining a welcoming, close-knit team who care deeply about person-centred support and who believe everyone deserves to live a life filled with laughter, choice, and connection.
If you're ready to support Alfie and Joe as they shape their futures, we’d love to hear from you.
*Names changed for privacy
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About you
You don’t need previous experience just warmth, patience, and a genuine desire to make a positive difference.
You must hold a full UK manual driving licence, as being able to travel opens up more opportunities for Alfie and Joe to do the things they enjoy and visit the places that matter to them.
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)
* MacIntyre Sick Pay (qualifying period)
* Life assurance scheme offering valuable benefits to your dependents
* MacIntyre Rewards Scheme which recognises and rewards staff
* MacIntyre Perks which offers up to 6% discount off leading retailers including Tesco, Curry/PC World, Costa and many more
* Access to the Blue Light Card which offers thousands of amazing discounts online and on the high street for emergency and social care staff.
* Enhanced DBS Certificate (cost paid by MacIntyre)
How to apply
If this job sounds like the right fit for you, click on the Apply button on the MacIntyre website, complete some brief details and upload your CV.
Alternatively if you would prefer to complete a manual application form, call us 01908 357 016 and we will send an application form to you.
Please note: we reserve the right to close this advert early if we have received a sufficient number of applications, so don't delay, apply today.
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