Personal Assistant/Support Worker Ref: HM/SF/8-25

GCIL South Lanarkshire; Scotland; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

An inclusive care service in Scotland is seeking a Personal Care Assistant to support a 12-year-old girl in activities she enjoys. The role involves providing one-to-one assistance both at home and in the community, encouraging active participation. Applicants must have experience with children with Autism or Learning Disabilities, possess good communication skills, and be drivers. This part-time role offers an hourly rate of £12.60 with flexibility for occasional weekends.

Benefits

Mileage allowance

Direct employment rights

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children or young people with Autism or Learning Disabilities is essential.
• A driver is essential, and you'll need to use your own vehicle.
• A warm, friendly, and dependable personality is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one support both at home and in the community.
• Encourage Hazel to participate in activities she enjoys.
• Offer companionship and gentle support.

Skills

Support for children with Autism

Good communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Job description

Overview

Hazel is a bright, energetic 12-year-old girl who loves being active and spending time outdoors. She enjoys swimming, cycling, listening to music, sensory activities, and socialising.

Hazel is looking for a caring and patient personal assistant who can support her to have fun, stay active, and take part in the activities she enjoys most.

Role

As Hazel’s Personal Care Assistant, you’ll provide one-to-one support both at home and out in the community. A typical session might include a walk or playtime in the park, joining Hazel on a bike ride, or helping her enjoy a sensory activity at home.

You’ll be there to offer encouragement, companionship, and gentle support, helping Hazel take part in activities that suit her interests and abilities.

This role would suit someone who is warm, friendly, and dependable, with a genuine passion for supporting young people with additional needs. You’ll need to be proactive, patient, and able to bring creativity and positivity to each interaction.

Because Hazel loves getting out and about, a driver is essential, and you’ll need to use your own vehicle. A mileage allowance will be paid.

Experience supporting children or young people with Autism or Learning Disabilities is essential, as is having good communication and interpersonal skills.

If you’re someone who enjoys making a difference and would love to support Hazel to grow, explore, and have fun, we’d love to hear from you.

Hours, Rate of Pay and Employment Details

• Permanent position: 3 hours per week
• Typical hours: Thursday, 5pm – 8pm
• Hourly rate: £12.60
• Flexibility: Occasional weekends and evenings may be required (to be discussed at interview)

To apply please send your CV to: [e-mail]

Notes to candidates

If you are selected for the next stage of the recruitment process a member of the Take Control Team will be in touch to arrange the next steps.

If you are successfully hired; you will be employed directly by a Private Employer and will be entitled to all statutory rights as set out by Employment Law, such as paid holidays and statutory sick pay (where eligible).

Take Control (South Lanarkshire) is a Self-Directed Support service based in South Lanarkshire, providing information and assistance to enable all eligible people to explore the 4 options for independent living outlined in the Self-Directed Support Act, now in force. Take Control is part of Glasgow Centre for Inclusive Living (GCIL), which is an established Disabled People\'s Organisation, with many years of experience assisting people to maximise their preferred support needs.

For more information please contact:

Take Control (South Lanarkshire)

Brandon Gate, 1 Leechlee Road, Hamilton, ML3 0XB

Tel: [phone]