Looking for a rewarding role where you can change lives and have some fun along the way? Join our friendly team in Warrington as a full-time (37.5 hours per week) Support Worker.
You don't need to have prior experience - what truly matters is your kindness, your curiosity, and your genuine desire to learn. We're here to support you every step of the way with a comprehensive induction and continuous training, so you can feel confident and excited to make a real difference. If you're interested in helping people with learning disabilities and/or autism to live life to the fullest, we'd love to hear from you.
Meet the people you'll be supporting:
You will be supporting three fabulous gentlemen who love spending time together and are firm friends. They are sociable, good-humoured and get on really well with each other, whether that's heading out to the local pub, enjoying a meal at their favourite restaurant, tending to the garden, or working on a jigsaw at home. They also enjoy getting out for a drive and exploring new places, so your
UK manual driving licence
will help make those adventures possible. Whether it's a visit to the shops, a relaxed afternoon in the park or trying something new, you'll play a key role in helping them stay connected to the people and experiences they value most.
What will you be doing?
You'll support people in their day-to-day lives, which could include helping out with morning routines like using the bathroom and getting ready, planning fun activities, cooking together, or supporting with appointments and errands. We're looking for someone who's patient, upbeat and ready to come up with ideas for meaningful (and enjoyable) ways to spend the day. You'll also need to be a clear communicator who can offer reassurance and encouragement when it's needed.
You'll work a mixture of early & evening shifts, including weekends and bank holidays. This role includes occasional sleep-in shifts, where you stay overnight to offer support if needed. These are paid at £60 per night.
What we're looking for: Someone who's caring, open and up for learning new things A full UK manual driving licence A team player who values inclusion and celebrates individuality
You'll also get access to great benefits including the Blue Light discount card, generous holiday allowance, and full training and support from day one.
*Names changed to protect privacy
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.
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About you
Experience isn't always essential to become a Support Worker. What matters most is your approach.
If you're someone with good people skills, a positive outlook, and a willingness to learn, you could be a great fit. Whatever your background, we value enthusiasm and a genuine interest in supporting others.
We're proud to be a team that celebrates diversity and makes sure everyone feels included, respected, and valued.
You must have a full UK manual driving licence for this role.
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.
Safer Recruitment and Diversity statement
MacIntyre safeguards and promotes the welfare of the children, young people and adults we support. Therefore we work with successful candidates to complete appropriate checks prior to joining.
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