Personal Assistant Required – Wishaw

Personal Assistants Network Scotland; Wishaw; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

6 weeks' pro rata annual leave

Workplace pension

Paid training and shadow shifts

PVG check and satisfactory references

Job summary

Personal Assistants Network Scotland is seeking a hands-on Personal Assistant for a gentleman in Wishaw to support him in his own home. No personal care is required, though assistance with shaving and gentle prompting is needed. You will join a small, friendly team with full training provided.

The role offers 24-hour shifts on a rolling rota, roughly 36 hours weekly, and permanent employment after a 3-month probationary period. Competitive pay and benefits are included.

Qualifications

• Caring, patient and dependable.
• Good communicator.
• Flexible and able to work as part of a small team.
• Experienced in care or support work.
• Able to build positive, respectful relationships.

Responsibilities

• Preparing meals.
• Light household duties.
• Providing companionship.
• Supporting daily routines.
• Spending time enjoying shared interests such as football, films and music.

Skills

Caring

Patient

Dependable

Good communicator

Team player

Job description

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Location: Wishaw, North Lanarkshire

Salary/Hourly Rate: £13.45

Contract: Permanent

£13.45 per hour | Average 36 hours per week | Permanent Position

Are you caring, reliable and looking for a rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference to someone’s life?

A friendly gentleman in his early 40s is looking for a compassionate and dependable Personal Support Assistant to join his small, established team supporting him in his own home in Wishaw. This is a direct employment opportunity, not agency work, allowing you to build a consistent and meaningful working relationship.

Hours & Pay

• £13.45 per hour
• Average 36 hours per week
• 24-hour shifts (10:00am-10:00am)
• Two-week rolling rota:
• Week 1: One 24-hour shift
• Week 2: Two 24-hour shifts
• Paid every 4 weeks
• Additional flexibility to cover holidays and occasional sickness is appreciated.

About The Role

This is a varied and rewarding role supporting someone to live independently in their own home. No personal care is required, although assistance with shaving and gentle prompting throughout the day is needed.

Your Duties Will Include

• Preparing meals
• Light household duties
• Providing companionship
• Supporting daily routines
• Spending time enjoying shared interests such as football, films and music

You’ll become part of a friendly, supportive team, with full training provided.

About The Person You'll Support

The gentleman has epilepsy and autism. He is sociable, has a great sense of humour, and enjoys following Motherwell Football Club, watching films and listening to music. Experience with epilepsy or autism is welcome but not essential, as full training will be provided.

We're Looking For Someone Who Is

• Caring, patient and dependable
• A good communicator
• Flexible and able to work as part of a small team
• Experienced in care or support work (professional or personal experience considered)
• Able to build positive, respectful relationships

What We Offer

• Competitive pay of £13.45 per hour
• Permanent position following a successful 3-month probationary period
• Average of 36 hours per week
• 6 weeks' pro rata annual leave
• Workplace pension
• Paid training and shadow shifts
• Supportive, experienced team
• PVG check and satisfactory references required