PA/Support Worker - 06/Ayr/FR

Ayrshire Independent Living Network; Ayr; On-site; GBP 17,908 - 24,796; Full time

Job summary

Ayrshire Independent Living Network is seeking a dedicated Personal Assistant to support a friendly, non-verbal 16-year-old living in Ayr. The role focuses on one-to-one care, enabling participation in community activities while promoting safety and independence.

Responsibilities include accompanying the young person to outings, assisting with personal care, and helping manage daily routines. Driving is essential; a full UK license and access to a vehicle are required.

Qualifications

• Must hold a full UK driving licence.
• Access to a vehicle is essential.
• Experience in care roles is beneficial but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one support for a non-verbal 16-year-old living in Ayr area.
• Assist the young person with shopping, outings, and community activities to promote independence.
• Provide personal care support (washing, dressing, eating) as required.
• Help with moving/assisting to reduce fall risk during seizures and respond calmly in health situations.

Skills

Driving licence

Vehicle access

Epilepsy awareness

Health and safety

Caring and reliable

Job description

Rate of Pay

£13.45 per hour

Hours

Flexible as agreed by employer, weekend work is required

Essential

Applicants must hold a full UK driving licence and have access to a vehicle

Duties

We are looking for a caring, reliable, and enthusiastic Personal Assistant to provide one-to-one support for a friendly non‑verbal 16‑year‑old young lady living in the Ayr area.

The role involves supporting her to enjoy community activities and maintain her independence while ensuring her safety and wellbeing. She has epilepsy, so an awareness of health and safety and the ability to respond calmly in different situations are important.

She enjoys shopping, going out for coffee and lunch, visiting the cinema, bowling, music, and taking part in other activities within the community. A full driving licence and access to a vehicle are essential, as driving will form part of the role.

You must also be willing to take the person's arm and offer support with walking to ensure that there is less risk of a fall if she has a seizure.

The successful applicant will also provide personal care support, including assistance with washing, getting changed, eating and drinking, and cutting up food at mealtimes when required.

Qualities

We are looking for someone who is friendly, chatty, patient, caring, and dependable with a good sense of humour. You should be comfortable providing personal care, have good communication skills, and be able to build a positive and supportive relationship.

She enjoys spending time with someone who is fun, engaging, and not afraid to be a little silly. An understanding of health and safety responsibilities is also essential.

Training

You may be required to undertake training which will be provided to oversee medication, including prompting and record keeping, epilepsy training, and moving and assisting training.

Applicants must hold a full UK driving licence and have access to a vehicle. Two satisfactory references will be required, including one from a previous employer, and the successful candidate will be required to join or be a member of the PVG Scheme. Previous care or support experience would be beneficial, although it is not essential for someone with the right values, attitude, and willingness to learn.

To apply please email your CV to [e-mail] quoting Reference: 06/Ayr/FR

***Please note that AILN are not the employers, AILN are a Self‑Directed Support Charity that offer a support, payroll & mailbox service on behalf of Individual Employers***