Personal Assistants (x2) - Thornton (SDS/CT/270463)

Self Direct Support Options Fife; Kirkcaldy; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A support service organization in Kirkcaldy is seeking a Female Personal Assistant to assist an independent woman with visual impairment and cerebral palsy. The role includes personal care, meal preparation, and encouraging independence. Flexibility in working hours is required. Ideal candidates should have a willingness to obtain PVG membership and some care experience is preferred, but not essential. To apply, please send your CV to the provided email.

Qualifications

• Female applicants only due to personal care requirements.
• PVG Membership or willingness to apply.
• Care experience preferred but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Assistance with dressing and personal care.
• Support with attending appointments and activities.
• Meal preparation and light housework.
• Encouraging independence and social engagement.

Skills

Personal care assistance

Meal preparation

Encouraging independence

Job description

Female Applicants Only Please - Due to the personal care elements of this role an Occupational Requirement applies. This is permitted under Schedule 9, Part 1 of the Equality Act 2010.

Working Hours: 10.00am - 6.00pm (working days to be confirmed/ Flexible)

We are looking for a PA to support an independent 39-year-old woman with visual impairment and cerebral palsy. This role involves helping her maintain her independence, assisting with personal care, outings, cooking, and household tasks. She uses a wheelchair when out and about, and you may also help her with changing at the swimming pool and attending appointments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assistance with dressing and personal care
• Support with attending appointments and activities
• Meal preparation and light housework
• Encouraging independence and social engagement

Requirements:

• Female applicants only (Equality Act 2010)
• PVG Membership or willingness to apply
• Driver preferred
• Care experience preferred but not essential

To apply, please send your CV with the job reference number to [e-mail] or by post to SDS Options (Fife), DPHS Fife, Caledonia House, Pentland Park, Saltire Centre, Glenrothes, Fife, KY6 2AL.

Please Note: SDS Options Fife is advertising these vacancies on behalf of our clients and is not the employer.