Companion/Personal Assistant – Coldstream – 3035

Encompassborders; Coldstream; Remote; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

5.6 weeks annual leave pro rata

Job summary

Encompassborders in Coldstream is seeking a RELIEF Personal Assistant to provide occasional support in the client’s home. The role covers relief shifts for the existing care team with up to 4.5 hours per week and short 30-minute morning visits when coverage is needed.

The hourly rate is £14.05, with five and a half weeks of annual leave pro rata and a six-month probation. The ideal candidate is warm, patient, and reliable, able to work independently and discreetly.

Qualifications

• Experience in a care or support role is beneficial but not essential.
• Training can be provided for the right candidate.
• Suitable candidates should be comfortable supporting with basic personal care tasks.

Responsibilities

• Assist with applying prescribed stockings and creams for the client’s legs
• Prepare a hot drink and simple breakfast
• Support with fitting and managing hearing aids
• Provide reassurance and ensure the client’s comfort and wellbeing during the visit
• Build a respectful and positive working relationship with the client

Skills

Warm and respectful

Reliable and dependable

Able to work independently

Sensitive to dignity and privacy

Job description

A gentleman living in Coldstream is seeking a RELIEF Personal Assistant to provide occasional support within his home when required.

This role is specifically for a relief worker, providing cover for existing carers when they are unavailable. While there are no guaranteed hours, support may be required for short morning visits, offering up to 4.5 hours per week when needed.

The role involves assisting with a simple morning routine and helping the gentleman start his day comfortably and safely.

Main Tasks & Responsibilities

• Assist with applying prescribed stockings and creams for the client’s legs
• Prepare a hot drink and simple breakfast
• Support with fitting and managing hearing aids
• Provide reassurance and ensure the client’s comfort and wellbeing during the visit
• Build a respectful and positive working relationship with the client

Person Specification

Personal Attributes

• Warm, patient and respectful
• Reliable and dependable, particularly for relief cover
• Able to work independently
• Sensitive to dignity, privacy and confidentiality

Skills & Experience

• Experience in a care or support role is beneficial but not essential
• Training can be provided for the right candidate
• Suitable candidates should be comfortable supporting with basic personal care tasks

Terms

• Role Type: RELIEF Personal Assistant (covering absence / leave within the existing team)
• Hours: Up to 4.5 hours per week when required
• Working Pattern: Approximately 30-minute morning visits, up to daily when cover is needed
• Rate of Pay: £14.05 per hour
• Holiday Entitlement: 5.6 weeks annual leave pro rata
• Probationary Period: 6 months
• Appointment: Subject to references and PVG / Disclosure Scotland check
• All statutory employment rights apply