Personal Assistant/Support Worker Ref: KS/LD/9-25

GCIL South Lanarkshire; Brighton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A community support service is seeking a Personal Assistant / Support Worker to support an individual with Autism in Brighton, England. The ideal candidate will be active, enthusiastic, and patient, helping with daily activities and personal care tasks. This role offers flexible hours, with pay of £13.00 per hour.

Qualifications

• Valid driving licence preferred.
• Ability to support Kieran at his own pace.

Responsibilities

• Support Kieran on trips out and everyday activities.
• Assist with morning routine and personal care tasks.
• Encourage independent living skills.

Skills

Patience

Understanding

Respectfulness

Confidence

Enthusiasm

Job description

Kieran, a young man living in Fernhill, Rutherglen, is looking to recruit a Personal Assistant / Support Worker to join his small team.

Kieran would like to find someone who is active, confident, enthusiastic, kind and patient—someone who can encourage and support him to enjoy days out and activities that interest him. He enjoys walking, listening to music, ten‑pin bowling, trampolining, visiting museums, football, and learning new things.

Kieran is an intelligent and engaging individual with Autism, Severe Anxiety and Complex Needs. He is nonverbal and uses an iPad App to communicate.

Responsibilities

• Support Kieran on trips out and everyday activities
• Assist with morning routine and personal care/self‑help tasks throughout the day
• Encourage and build independent living skills and confidence in new situations

Requirements

• Valid driving licence (access to your own vehicle preferred but not essential)
• Patient, understanding and respectful, able to support Kieran at his own pace

Hours & Pay

Permanent positions available from 6 hours up to 30 hours per week.

• Shift patterns: Monday – Saturday: 9.00am – 4.00pm, Sunday: 9.00am – 12.00pm
• Flexibility is preferred, as overtime may be available to cover staff holidays.

Rate of Pay: £13.00 per hour

Location

Fernhill, Rutherglen

How to Apply

Ready to make a difference? Apply to learn more about this rewarding opportunity. To apply please e‑mail your CV to [e-mail]

Employment Notice

If you are selected for the next stage of the recruitment process, a member of the GCIL (South Lanarkshire) Team will be in touch to arrange the next steps. Once successfully hired, you will be employed directly by a Private Employer on a PAYE basis and will be entitled to all statutory rights as set out by Employment Law, such as paid holidays and statutory sick pay (where eligible).

Please note: This job is advertised by GCIL (South Lanarkshire) on behalf of a Personal Employer. We are not the employer or an employment/recruitment agency; our role is to assist with the recruitment process and the Employer’s responsibilities.

GCIL (South Lanarkshire)

GCIL (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. GCIL is part of Glasgow Centre for Inclusive Living, a Disabled People’s Organisation with many years of experience assisting people to maximise their preferred support needs.

Contact Information

• GCIL (South Lanarkshire)
• Brandon Gate, 1 Leechlee Road, Hamilton, ML3 0XB
• Tel: [phone]