MacIntyre, a national charity supporting people with learning disabilities or autism, is recruiting a support worker to help people live the way they choose. Daily work covers routines, health needs, appointments, outings and encouraging hobbies. The post is for a woman under a genuine occupational requirement and needs a manual driving licence; full training is given, so no experience is needed. Visa sponsorship is not offered, so applicants must already have the right to work in the UK.
What the job involves
- Help with daily routines, getting ready for the day and health needs
- Accompany people to appointments, shops and cafés
- Encourage hobbies and meaningful activities
- Be a calm, friendly presence who listens and respects each person's pace
What’s required
Registration & licences
- Social Care Wales registration within 6 months of starting, if working in Wales and not already held
Skills & knowledge
- Kindness, reliability and a positive attitude
- Empathy and a genuine desire to help people with learning disabilities
- Good customer service skills
- Willingness to learn
- Shares MacIntyre's values, including celebrating differences
Checks & eligibility
- UK manual driving licence
- Right to work in the UK
- Satisfactory pre-employment checks, including DBS
Other
- Female, as a genuine occupational requirement
What’s offered
- 6 weeks' annual leave a 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 the staff discounts scheme
- Full induction, mix of online and face-to-face training, and mentoring
- Ongoing training, professional qualifications where relevant, and career progression
Support Worker employer: Bidvane
The Medical Centre is an exceptional employer for General Practitioners, offering a supportive work environment across two sites with a strong focus on patient-centred care. With flexible session options and a commitment to professional development, employees benefit from a collaborative team culture that values continuous learning and quality improvement. Located in a vibrant community, the practice provides unique opportunities to engage with diverse patient needs while enjoying the advantages of NHS pension and comprehensive employment benefits.
