Personal Assistant/Support Worker Ref: RO'N/SF/9-25

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

Job summary

An inclusive community support organization is seeking a Support Worker/Personal Assistant to assist a sociable woman named Rosie in Blantyre. This part-time permanent position promises flexibility with 4 to 6 hours each week, focusing on encouraging independence and supporting her daily activities. The ideal candidate will have a caring nature and a genuine interest in helping others, with on-the-job training provided. If you want to make a meaningful impact, apply today!

Qualifications

• Genuine interest in supporting those with learning disabilities.
• Calm, respectful demeanour when working with clients.
• Valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Support with medication as required.
• Prepare simple, healthy meals for Rosie.
• Assist Rosie during recreational activities like swimming.
• Help with daily errands such as shopping or collecting prescriptions.
• Encourage independence and trust with Rosie.

Skills

Good communicator

Patience

Proactive attitude

Interest in supporting others

Tools

Mobility vehicle

Job description

Could You Be the Right Match for Rosie?

Support Worker / Personal Assistant – Blantyre

Part-time | £12.60 per hour | Permanent | Flexible hours

Rosie is a warm, sociable woman living in the Blantyre area. She enjoys swimming, going for walks, visiting the cinema, and spending time with others. Rosie has a learning disability and epilepsy and is looking for someone kind, supportive, and reliable to help her maintain her independence and enjoy life to the fullest.

We’re currently recruiting a Male or Female Support Worker to work with Rosie on a one-to-one basis, both in her home and out in the community. This is a permanent role, with between 4 and 6 hours of work per week, and flexible scheduling to fit your lifestyle.

You don’t need to have years of experience — if you have the right attitude, patience, and a caring nature, we’d love to hear from you.

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What the role involves:

As Rosie’s Support Worker, your time together might include:

• Supporting with medication
• Preparing simple, healthy meals and snacks
• Assisting Rosie during walks, swimming sessions, and other physical activities
• Going to the shops, collecting prescriptions, and helping with everyday errands
• Helping with any other tasks that allow Rosie to feel independent and confident
• Being a friendly face and someone Rosie can trust

Rosie also shares her home with a friendly dog, so you’ll need to be comfortable with pets.

What we’re looking for:

• Someone with a genuine interest in supporting others
• A good communicator who is calm, respectful, and patient
• A driver with a full licence (you’ll be driving a mobility vehicle)
• Someone proactive and positive, who will encourage Rosie to try new things and enjoy her favourite activities

While experience with support work or learning disabilities is helpful, it’s not essential — training will be provided.

The Details:

• Hours: 4–6 hours per week
• Rate of Pay: £12.60 per hour
• Days: One afternoon or evening during the week, and one at the weekend (with flexibility around which days)
• Contract: Permanent
• Location: Blantyre

This is a lovely opportunity to build a meaningful connection with someone and make a real difference in their life — even just a few hours a week. If Rosie sounds like someone you’d like to support, we’d love to hear from you.

To apply please e‑mail [e-mail]

Notes to candidates:

If you are selected for the next stage of the recruitment process, a member of GCIL (South Lanarkshire) Team will be in touch to arrange the next steps.

If you are 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 Employer's responsibilities.

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 (South Lanarkshire) 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:

• GCIL (South Lanarkshire)

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

Tel: [phone]