Personal Assistant AM251 - 428840

Medirest Signature; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A caring organization in Edinburgh is seeking a part-time Personal Assistant to support a young woman in her daily life. Ideal candidates should be sociable, creative, and have attention to detail. The role involves working closely with the individual and family, providing support to engage in a fulfilling life. Training and development opportunities are provided, along with a competitive salary starting at £12.60/hour.

Benefits

Fantastic training on full pay

SSSC registration paid

Support to achieve SVQ Level 3

Contributory pension scheme

Free gym membership

30 days annual leave, increasing with service

Refer a Friend scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in caring roles or similar is desirable.
• Flexibility and proactive approach essential.
• Creating supportive relationships with individuals and families.

Responsibilities

• Support people in leading full, active lives.
• Assist in achieving personal goals and interests.
• Participate in training and development opportunities.

Skills

Sociable and good-natured

Attention to detail

Ability to work well in a team

Creative mind

Interest in music

Education

Willingness to obtain qualification for SSSC

Job description

Job Details

Sociable and good-natured young woman who lives in central Edinburgh seeks caring and supportive female* PA.

Flexibility is important plus the ability to work well in a small, friendly team. A person-centred approach is key and ongoing training will be provided.

Musical and creative interests are helpful along with a willingness to learn about simple therapeutic approaches. Good attention to detail is also vital for this role.

Part time post available. 16-20 hours per week.

There is also a paid-on call which all staff will partake in.

*Exemption under Equality Act 2010

About this opportunity

You would be working in a small, friendly team and will build a relationship with the person and her family.

The ideal candidate will be someone who has a

a creative mind

enjoys music

is good at forward planning and using their initiative

If you would like an informal chat about this vacancy, please contact [e-mail]

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Job Purpose

Our Personal Assistants support people to lead full, active and socially connected lives, supporting people to achieve the things that matter to them.

Applicants should have, or be willing to work towards, a qualification meeting the standards required for registration with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC).

What we offer

We are committed to supporting you to develop your skills as a practitioner and creating career development opportunities. At Thistle, you will have access to sector-leading training courses and be supported to achieve your SVQ level 3 in Health & Social Care accreditation.

Employee Benefits

Salary: From 1st April 2025, starting salary £12.60 per hour (£25,552 per annum (FTE)) rising to £13.52 per hour (£27,418 (FTE)).

Fantastic training (on full pay)

This includes enhanced learning in person-centred practice, leadership skills, IT and other bespoke training courses.

SSSC registration paid for by Thistle

Support to achieve SVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care

Support from regular meetings with your team, Lead Practitioner or Coach

Contributory pension scheme

Non-contributory death in service benefit scheme

30 days of annual leave, increasing by 1 day/year up to 35 days

Free Thistle Gym membership

Membership of the HSF Health Plan

Refer a Friend scheme, paying £250 for successfully referring someone to work with us