Welcome to Saxon Close

Hello and welcome to Saxon Close in Flitwick. My name is Nicole and I am the manager of the team supporting people who live in this house.

I have worked for MacIntyre for over 8 years now, and over 4 years at Saxon Close, starting as a Support Worker. My degree in Health and Human Sciences helps me to understand complex health needs that people with learning disabilities may have but it also means I understand how important it is to build expertise within the team.

As a team we believe that each individual has the right to live a life that has a meaning to them and that with a support that is centred around the individual this can be achieved. We also understand the importance of family relationships and support people to maintain those.

We are striving to provide the best support people can get and we are working towards an Outstanding rating from CQC, the social care regulator.

More about the house

There is currently 1 vacant bedroom in this 6 bedroom house. All bedrooms are on the first floor and are accessed by stairs. Shared facilities include: living room, dining room, kitchen, bathroom and a large garden.

All bedrooms are decorated according to the wishes of the people who occupy them and the spare bedroom will also be personalised.

The house has its own minibus for up to 8 passengers.


Hello from the housemates

There are currently 5 people in their 50s and 60s living in the house. They enjoy a variety of hobbies, from gardening and knitting to signing and watching wrestling.

Meet the team

People living at Saxon Close are supported by a team of 7, including the Frontline Manager and Senior Support Worker.

Staff team have expertise in:

  • Autism
  • Dementia
  • Diabetes
  • Epilepsy
  • First Aid
  • Health
  • Medication
  • Positive Behaviour Support
  • Safeguarding

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More about Saxon Close

Would you like to talk to someone about the vacancy?

Use the form below to send us a message or contact Andrea Parr using the form below or email hello@macintyrecharity.org

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