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Personal Assistant

Job in Kelso, Scottish Borders, TD5, Scotland, UK
Listing for: Encompass
Part Time position
Listed on 2025-12-30
Job specializations:
  • Healthcare
    Healthcare Nursing, Home Health Aide
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 13.7 GBP Hourly GBP 13.70 HOUR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Personal Assistant 2927

Overview

An elderly gentleman living in Kelso is looking for a kind and reliable Personal Assistant to join his small, established team. This role offers a regular weekly pattern of support to assist with both morning and evening routines, helping to ensure comfort, safety, and a good quality of life at home.

The position involves up to 7.5 hours per week
, with a mix of weekday and alternate weekend shifts. Morning visits focus on showering and medication support, while afternoon visits are to prepare and serve dinner. Some flexibility in timing can be accommodated for the right candidate.

Main Tasks & Responsibilities
  • Provide personal care, including support with showering and dressing
  • Assist with medication prompting and basic record keeping
  • Prepare and serve light meals and drinks in the afternoon
  • Offer friendly companionship and conversation throughout visits
  • Work as part of a small, supportive team to maintain consistent care
Person Specification

Personal Attributes

  • Kind, patient, and respectful
  • Reliable, trustworthy, and adaptable
  • Comfortable providing personal care in a home environment
  • Good communicator and team player

Skills & Experience

  • Experience in personal care or support work desirable but not essential
  • Training can be provided for the right candidate
Terms
  • Location:

    Kelso
  • Hours:

    Up to 7.5 hours per week
  • Tuesday, alternate Wednesday, and Thursday: 4pm–5pm
  • Alternate weekends (opposite weeks to Wednesday shift): 9am–10:45am, and 4pm–5pm on Saturday and Sunday
  • Pay Rate: £13.70 per hour
  • Holiday Entitlement: 5.6 weeks annual leave pro rata
  • Probationary Period: 3 months
  • Schedule flexibility can be discussed with the employer
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