PA Support Worker - 02/Girvan/JM

Ayrshire Independent Living Network; Girvan; On-site; GBP 3,500 - 4,000; Part time

Job summary

Ayrshire Independent Living Network is seeking a compassionate Part-Time Support Worker to provide one-to-one support for a young woman living in Girvan. You will help rebuild confidence, regain everyday skills and promote independence within her home and local community.

The role involves encouraging personal care, meal planning for a vegan diet, light household tasks and companionship to help access the local area.

Qualifications

• Caring, patient and empathetic.
• Calm and encouraging.
• Committed to promoting independence and confidence.
• Driver with access to a vehicle (essential).
• PVG Scheme check through Disclosure Scotland.
• Two satisfactory references including most recent employer.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one support for a young woman at home and in the community.
• Encourage independence with personal care, cooking, dressing and daily tasks.
• Assist with light household tasks and meal preparation for a vegan diet as guided by a dietitian.
• Provide companionship and enable safe social activities in the local area.

Skills

Compassionate

Patient

Empathetic

Driving

Job description

Support Worker (Part-Time)

Location: Girvan
Hours: 5 hours per week
Rate of Pay: £13.45
Ref: 02/Girvan/JM

About The Role

A compassionate, patient and reliable Support Worker is required to provide one-to-one support for a young woman living in Girvan. This is a rewarding opportunity to support someone to rebuild confidence, regain everyday skills and promote independence within her own home and local community.

Support Will Include

• Encouraging confidence with personal care.
• Supporting independence in the kitchen and bathroom.
• Assisting with dressing and choosing weather-appropriate clothing.
• Providing support with light household tasks, including placing laundry in the basket or washing machine.
• Preparing light meals and picnics in line with her vegan diet, with guidance from her dietitian.
• Providing companionship and encouragement to access the local community.
• Supporting her to feel safe both at home and when out and about.
• Using patience and reassurance to help overcome social anxiety and build confidence.

About The Individual

She enjoys spending time in nature, particularly beach walks and picnics, and loves being by the seaside. She also enjoys reading and completing crosswords. This role would suit someone who is kind, encouraging and understands the importance of building trust at the individual’s own pace.

About You

The ideal applicant will be:

• Caring, patient and empathetic.
• Calm and encouraging.
• Committed to promoting independence and confidence.
• A driver with access to a vehicle (essential).
• Able to maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries.

Additional Information

• Driver essential.
• The successful applicant will be required to complete a PVG Scheme check through Disclosure Scotland.
• Two satisfactory references will be required, including one from your most recent employer.
• This post is subject to a six-month probationary period.