Compassionate Personal Assistant: Flexible Hours & Driving

Ayrshire Independent Living Network; Kilwinning; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

Ayrshire Independent Living Network is seeking a Personal Assistant in Kilwinning to support a young man with daily living tasks including personal care, moving and handling, cooking, cleaning and transport. 20 hours per week across 5 days, with some evenings and weekends on a rota.

The role requires moving and assisting certification, a full UK driving licence, and prior experience supporting disabled people.

Qualifications

• Moving and assisting certificate required.
• Full clean driving licence.
• Previous experience supporting disabled people.

Responsibilities

• Moving and handling using a tracking hoist and a manual hoist.
• Driving a wheelchair‑accessible vehicle.
• Providing full support with all aspects of personal care.
• Supporting with household management – shopping, cooking, cleaning.
• Supporting the person to engage in community life and activities directed by him and his dad.
• Assisting with personal care tasks as directed.
• Being flexible, guided by the employer about activities; may be required to work evenings and cover other staff absences.
• Driving the employer's car when required to support travel to various locations.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Listening

Organisational skills

Person-centred practice

Flexibility

Education

Moving and assisting certificate

Full clean driving licence

Relevant qualifications

Tools

Tracking hoist

Driving licence (full clean)

Job description

Ayrshire Independent Living Network is seeking a Personal Assistant in Kilwinning to support a young man with daily living tasks including personal care, moving and handling, cooking, cleaning and transport. 20 hours per week across 5 days, with some evenings and weekends on a rota.

The role requires moving and assisting certification, a full UK driving licence, and prior experience supporting disabled people.