Job Ref CG OH- Personal Assistant (PA) to Disabled Gentleman

Lothian Centre for Inclusive Living; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A local supportive care organization in Edinburgh is seeking a Personal Assistant (PA) to help a disabled gentleman gain independence. Duties include assisting with social activities and personal care, as well as driving a modified vehicle. Ideal candidates should have excellent interpersonal skills and a valid UK driving license. Training is provided, and shifts are flexible, with a pay rate of £15 per hour.

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic and outgoing attitude necessary for the role.
• Knowledge of the Social Model of Disability and disability rights.

Responsibilities

• Assist with social and recreational activities, including driving.
• Assist with personal care like toileting and showering.
• Support with cleaning, laundry, and food shopping.

Skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Time-management and organisational skills

Proactive attitude

Driving licence valid in the UK

Experience supporting disabled people

Job description

Overview

Pay Rate £15 per hour

Working Pattern Thursday 22:30-08:00 and Sunday 08:00-18:00 (negotiable). Location Gorgie, Edinburgh. Closing date 1 October 2025.

Summary: As a Personal Assistant (PA), your role is to enable a disabled gentleman and powerchair-user to be as independent as possible, supporting him with social, recreational and career activities, as well as personal care and domestic tasks. You will be working from Thursday 22:30 to Friday 08:00 and Sunday 08:00 to 18:00, with additional shifts available on a casual basis.

Responsibilities

• Assist with social, recreational and career activities, including driving adapted van.
• Assist with cleaning, laundry and food shopping.
• Assist with eating, drinking, preparing and cooking meals.
• Assist with toileting, showering and dressing.
• Assist with re-positioning in bed overnight.
• Assist with holidays in the UK and abroad.

Qualifications & Personal Qualities

• Enthusiastic, outgoing and proactive attitude.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent time-management and organisational skills.
• Driving licence valid in the UK (unless working evening or night shift).
• Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) scheme membership.
• Previous experience supporting disabled people.
• Knowledge of Social Model of Disability and disability rights.

Additional Information

• Opportunity open to both male and female applicants with valid driving licence.
• Employment dependent upon successful completion of two paid trial shifts.
• Staff room available for taking rest breaks or supporting your employer overnight.
• Rota provided six or more weeks in advance.
• Training provided.

How to Apply

To apply, email completed application form or CV to [e-mail], quoting job reference CGOH in the subject line. An application form for PA position CG Oh can be downloaded from the LCiL website lothiancil.org.uk

About the Lothian Centre for Inclusive Living (LCIL)

The Lothian Centre for Inclusive Living provides administrative support and payroll services to your employer. This allows him to remain anonymous in the early stages of recruitment to protect his privacy. Our client will contact you by email if you are shortlisted for interview.

LCIL
Norton Park, 57 Albion Road, Edinburgh EH7 5QY
Tel: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]
Website: https://www.lothiancil.org.uk