Personal Care Assistant​/Support Worker : PC​/FP

Overview

Personal Assistant (PA) for James (Social Care) – Lesmahagow

We are looking for a patient, positive and motivating Personal Assistant to support James, a young man living in Lesmahagow.

James is a clever, quiet and well-mannered young man. He can be timid at first but is inquisitive and enjoys learning new things. James currently attends school and has Autism and ADHD and is looking for a Personal Assistant to support him to build confidence, independence and integrate within his local community.

• Cycling
• Swimming and going to the sauna
• Trying different foods and going out for coffee or meals
• Cinema trips
• Travelling on buses or trains
• Learning about politics and history
• Visiting bookshops

The role focuses on social and community support, helping James to:

• Access new experiences
• Build confidence and independence
• Integrate more comfortably into the community
• Develop and maintain life skills with gentle prompting

Support will be provided in a relaxed, encouraging way, following James’s interests and pace.

• 4.5 hours per week
• Saturday or Sunday, 10:00am – 2:30pm
• £12.60 per hour

James is looking for someone who is:

• Patient, understanding and calm
• Positive, encouraging and motivating
• Reliable and committed to providing consistent support
• Responsive to James’ physical and emotional needs

It would be ideal if you:

• Enjoy cycling, swimming and going to the sauna
• Have experience supporting someone with Autism and/or ADHD, however, this is not essential to the role
• Can gently prompt and encourage independence without being overbearing

• A rewarding role making a genuine difference
• Ongoing support and guidance
• The chance to work closely with one individual and build a meaningful connection

This is a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful difference while supporting a young person to grow in confidence and independence.

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This is a permanent role with a private employer, and sponsorship is not available. If you’re experienced, friendly, and enjoy making a real difference in someone’s life, I’d love to hear from you and meet you in person. Come join me and help me live life to the fullest.

To apply please submit your CV to gcil

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If you are selected for the next stage of the recruitment process a member of GCIL (South Lanarkshire) Team will be in touch to arrange the next steps.

If you are successfully hired; you will be employed directly by a Private Employer on a PAYE basis and will be entitled to all statutory rights as set out by Employment Law, such as paid holidays and statutory sick pay (where eligible).

Please note:

This job is advertised by GCIL (South Lanarkshire) on behalf of a Personal Employer, we are not the employer or an employment/recruitment agency. Our role is to assist with the recruitment process and Employer’s responsibilities.

GCIL (South Lanarkshire) is a Self-Directed Support service based in South Lanarkshire, providing information and assistance to enable all eligible people to explore the 4 options for independent living outlined in the Self-Directed Support Act, now in force.

GCIL (South Lanarkshire) is part of Glasgow Centre for Inclusive Living (GCIL), which is an established Disabled People's Organisation, with many years of experience assisting people to maximise their preferred support needs.

For more information please contact:

GCIL (South Lanarkshire)
Brandon Gate, 1 Leechlee Road, Hamilton, ML3 0XB

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