Personal Assistant / Support Worker (P/T)

Ayrshire Independent Living Network (AILN); Largs; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local support charity in Largs is seeking a Personal Assistant/Support Worker to provide companionship and basic assistance for a male client with Down Syndrome. This part-time role includes flexible hours, focusing on fostering a supportive environment during community activities. Applicants should have experience in similar caregiving roles and a knack for engaging interaction. Offering £13.73 per hour, the position encourages positivity and proactivity in care. Interested candidates should apply via email with their CV.

Qualifications

• Experience working with adults with Down Syndrome preferred.
• Willingness to travel for work; mileage costs covered within travel allowance.
• Ability to be proactive and encourage positively.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal support and companionship to a male with Down Syndrome.
• Assist with daily insulin injections when needed.
• Promote a calm, supportive, proactive, and encouraging environment.

Skills

Experience working with adults with Down Syndrome

Valid driver’s licence

Calm and supportive personality

Cheery and friendly demeanor

Job description

Ref: 06/Largs/JL
Role: Personal Assistant / Support Worker (P/T)
Hours: 6.25 hrs per week
Days / Hours: Earliest start 9:30/10:00 am – Latest finish 5:00 pm (preferred Monday / Thursday, flexible)
Pay: £13.73 per hour

Key Responsibilities

• Provide personal support and companionship to a 47‑year‑old male with Down Syndrome and Type 1 Diabetes, living with his family in the Largs area.
• Maintain strict confidentiality at all times.
• Offer social support and companionship within the local community, ensuring continuity and consistency.
• Assist and accompany him during community activities, including leisurely walks, meals, local music events, and trips to Glasgow record/guitar shops.
• Support daily insulin injections: oversee administration when needed and attend training provided by the employer.
• Handle longer shifts or evenings for events when required.
• Promote a calm, supportive, proactive and encouraging environment.

Qualifications & Experience

• Experience working with adults with Down Syndrome (preferred).
• Valid driver’s licence, own car and business insurance (preferable).
• Willingness to travel for work; mileage costs covered within travel allowance.
• Calm, supportive and easy‑going personality; ability to be proactive and encourage positively.
• Cheery and friendly demeanor that enables engaging conversation about his interests and hobbies.

Successful applicants must undergo a new PVG disclosure (employer’s expense) and provide two reference contacts prior to appointment, along with relevant training. A 6‑month probationary period applies with one week’s notice within that period if the post does not work out.

How to Apply

To apply, email your CV to [e-mail] quoting Ref: 06/Largs/JL. Alternatively, contact Jennifer Lee on 01294 475686 for an application form. Return completed applications to:

Ayrshire Independent Living Network
The Michael Lynch Centre
71 Princes Street
Ardrossan
KA22 8DG

***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***