Support Worker - Weekends
Weekend Support Worker | 15 hours a week | Buckinghamshire
Make every weekend count.
At MacIntyre, we support people in ways that make sense to them, helping them live as independently, confidently and joyfully as possible.
No care experience? No problem. If you're compassionate, a great communicator and genuinely want to make a difference, we'll give you full training and ongoing support to help you thrive.
About the role
You'll be supporting three brilliant young men who have lived together since 2014 and know exactly how to make the most of a weekend. Think cycling, swimming, bowling, cinema trips, holidays, or simply getting out and about. No two weekends look the same, so if you love staying active and being part of the community, you'll feel right at home.
The people you'll support are non-verbal, so part of your role is learning their world. You'll communicate through visual tools and verbal prompts, and get to know each person's own way of expressing themselves. A smile, relaxed body language or an excited reaction can tell you everything you need to know. Those small moments are often the best part of the job.
What you'll help with
- Going to the bathroom and getting ready
- Medication administration
- Managing finances
- Keeping up relationships with family and friends
- Getting out an...