Personal Assistant

Are you reliable, caring, and interested in making a positive difference to someone’s daily life? I would love to hear from you.

I am a retired professional living in Castle Douglas. I enjoy knitting, embroidery, crosswords, sudoku, quiz programmes, reading, and writing about my life.

Someone to join a small team of personal assistants supporting me at home. I use a wheelchair and need support with personal care, meals, getting up, and going to bed. A hoist and stand aid are used, and training can be arranged if needed.

• £16.50 per hour if employed by me
• Self-employed applicants may apply £17.50 per hour
• Small, supportive team
• Meaningful work in a home environment
• Mileage paid for travel over 10 miles from Castle Douglas

• Morning visits 8am to 9am may need extended on occasion to 10am
• Evening visits 10pm to 11pm
• Cover occasionally needed for holidays
• PVG membership is required.
• Holidays 5.6 weeks pro rata
• 2 PA positions available
• Reliable and punctual
• Understanding of confidentiality
• Willing to learn new procedures
• Happy to complete any required training

Please note that Capability Scotland are not the employer, but are acting on behalf of our client, who is the legal employer.