GC BS.Caring Female Personal Assistant wanted–Edinburgh –15 hrs/week – Companionship & Light Support

Lothian Centre for Inclusive Living; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A caring organization in Edinburgh seeks a reliable female personal assistant to support a client with mobility difficulties. Responsibilities include providing companionship, assisting with personal care, and supporting outings. Flexibility is essential as some shifts may occur outside usual hours. Ideal candidates will have experience in personal care and be comfortable assisting with mobility needs. Email your interest to the provided address.

Qualifications

• Experience in personal care and companionship.
• Comfortable with assisting individuals with mobility difficulties.
• Ability to provide support in various situations.

Responsibilities

• Provide companionship and personal care to the client.
• Support with appointments and outings.
• Assist with personal care needs and light housework.

Skills

Kindness

Reliability

Flexibility

Job description

I’m looking for a kind and reliable female personal assistant to provide companionship, personal care and light support to my wife, who has mobility difficulties following a stroke. She uses a tripod stick and a wheelchair.

The role includes attending regular group sessions, supporting with appointments, assisting with personal care needs (including continence care), and accompanying her on outings such as going for coffee or shopping.

Typical Shifts

• Monday: 9:00 am – 10:15 am and 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
  
  • Supporting her to get ready for Seagrove
  • Assisting with light housework in the afternoon
• Thursday: 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
  • Providing support while she attends group or one-to-one activities at Headways
• Saturday, Wednesday, Sunday (Occasional):
  • Offering companionship at home while I am out

Other Duties Include

• Support with appointments
• Light assistance during outings
• Personal care as required

Please note that, due to the nature of my wife’s needs, there may be occasions where work is required outside the usual schedule, such as for hospital appointments. We ask that you are comfortable with this flexibility, and we will always be considerate of your time and availability.

Genuine Occupational Requirement (GOR)

Due to the personal and intimate nature of some aspects of the support required, it is a genuine occupational requirement that the personal assistant be female.

Please email your interest in the role to [e-mail], including the job reference and contact details, and I’ll get back to you soon.