P/T Support Worker/Driver - 02/Kilm/FC 08/05/2026 Kilmarnock

Ayrshire Independent Living Network; Kilmarnock; On-site; GBP 18,528; Part time

Job summary

A community support organization in Kilmarnock seeks a compassionate individual to assist a young lady with Cerebral Palsy. The role involves providing support during Boccia training in Glasgow and various social activities. Ideal candidates should possess moving and assisting certifications, a valid driver's license, and a friendly demeanor. This position offers part-time work, with shifts during evenings and weekends, set at £13.45 per hour. Mileage for travel will be reimbursed.

Qualifications

• Preferably have a moving and assisting certificate for car transfers and wheelchair handling.
• Must be a driver with access to a vehicle and relevant insurance.
• Friendly and able to work with mid-20s/30s individuals.

Responsibilities

• Support a young lady with Cerebral Palsy who uses a wheelchair.
• Assist in Boccia training sessions in Glasgow and help with social activities.
• Help plan activities aligned with her interests in fashion, music, and motorsport.
• Act as a supportive listener during communication.

Skills

Moving and assisting skills

Interpersonal communication

Flexibility and reliability

Job description

6 hrs per week – 1 evening shift every week and 1 weekend day or evening, fortnightly.

Wage rate: £13.45 per hour

Duties

• Support a young lady with Cerebral Palsy who is a full-time wheelchair user socially.
• Assist her at Boccia training sessions in Glasgow weekly and at one weekend day or evening for social activities every fortnight.
• Help plan activities and support her interests in fashion/modelling, disability sport, music and motorsport.
• Act as a patient and supportive listener during phone calls and communication due to her stammer.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Preferably have a moving and assisting certificate as you will assist with car transfers, pushing her wheelchair and occasionally assist with personal care.
• Driver with access to own vehicle and business‑use insurance; mileage will be reimbursed.
• Friendly, reliable, easy‑going and able to work with people in her peer group (mid‑20s/30s).

The family has 1 small rescue dog.