Compassionate Personal Assistant (20hrs) – Dynamic Support

Thistle Foundation; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 15,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

From 1st April 2026, starting salary £

Fantastic training (on full pay)

SSSC registration paid for by Thistle

Support to achieve SVQ Level 3 in H&SC

Contributory pension scheme

30 days annual leave, increasing to 35

Free Thistle Gym membership

Job summary

Thistle Foundation is seeking a dedicated Personal Assistant to support a young man with cerebral palsy and epilepsy. The role involves personal care, daily activities and coordinating shifts, including overnight sleepovers, across four days per week.

Applicants should aim for SSSC registration and SVQ Level 3 training with full employer backing. The post is part-time (20 hours per week) with a rota that includes Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday shifts.

Qualifications

• Applicants should have, or be willing to work towards, a qualification meeting the standards required for registration with the SSSC.
• SVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care accreditation is supported by the employer.

Responsibilities

• Support a busy young man with cerebral palsy, global development delay and epilepsy.
• Assist with personal care and mobility as required.
• Follow and contribute to the rolling rota, including sleepover duties.
• Support day centre activities and accompany him on outings and meals.

Skills

Compassionate care

Teamwork

Flexible hours

Education

SVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care

Tools

SSSC registration support

Job description

Thistle Foundation is seeking a dedicated Personal Assistant to support a young man with cerebral palsy and epilepsy. The role involves personal care, daily activities and coordinating shifts, including overnight sleepovers, across four days per week.

Applicants should aim for SSSC registration and SVQ Level 3 training with full employer backing. The post is part-time (20 hours per week) with a rota that includes Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday shifts.