Job ref. DW669, Personal Assistant and Care Worker wanted in Gilmerton, EH17 7AP

Lothian Centre for Inclusive Living; Peacehaven; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A care service provider in Peacehaven is seeking caregivers for part-time and full-time positions. Responsibilities include food shopping, cooking, personal care, and maintaining the household. Candidates must have at least a BA or master's degree and excellent communication skills. A valid driving license and car are required. The position offers £12.87 per hour with monthly pay and pension scheme.

Benefits

Pension scheme

Holiday pay

Qualifications

• Honest, calm, creative, and proactive nature.
• Respectful and polite manner.
• Non-smoker preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with food shopping and cooking.
• Provide personal hygiene care.
• Maintain the house and gardens.
• Handle emails, letters, and billing.
• Engage in social activities with the client.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to provide emotional support

Mature and patient demeanor

Education

At least BA or master's degree

Job description

Qualifications & Traits

At least BA, master degree or above
Honest, calm, creative, patient and proactive
Respectful and polite manner
Be able to offer intellectual stimulation, or emotional and moral support.
Non-smoker preferred.

Interests

Interests in subjects like Literature, Biblical theology, Philosophy, Psychology, Psychiatry, Immunology, Neuroscience, Maths, Medicine/Clinical, Nursing, Politics, Art, Law, Criminal Justice, Architecture, Herbology, Gardening, Interior design/Decor, Biological and Biomedical Sciences, etc.

Main tasks

• Food shopping and cooking
• Personal hygiene care
• Maintain the house and gardens
• Reading and writing emails, letters, filling forms and paying bills
• Excellent communication skills with phone calls and correspondence
• Social activities such as go to the gym, cinema, theatre, play house and voluntary work.

Employment Details

Part‑time position £12.87 hourly rate, 8 to 20 hours a week.
Full‑time position is available.
Sleepover shifts 8 to 10 hours paid at £12.32 per hour.
The candidate must have a car with a valid driving licence.
3 months of probationary period.
Monthly payment plus holiday pay and pension scheme.

Application Instructions

Please apply as soon as possible by completing and returning an application form. For more information and an application form please download an application pack.
Application packs can be downloaded on the https://www.lothiancil.org.uk/ website or by email [e-mail] and quote reference DW669.