Personal Care Assistant for Social Care/Support Worker Ref: EM/LD/4-25

GCIL North Lanarkshire; Brighton; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A local care service is seeking a compassionate Personal Assistant for a 66-year-old lady in the Uddingston area. This permanent role involves providing one-to-one support at home and in the community to help the individual live independently. Key responsibilities include assisting with personal care, managing medication, and facilitating community access. A full UK automatic driving licence and previous care experience are required. The position offers 25 hours per week with a pay rate of £12.60 per hour.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in care roles is essential.
• Candidate must possess a full UK automatic driving licence.
• Confidence driving an automatic mobility vehicle is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one, person-centred support.
• Assist with personal care including dressing and medication management.
• Support participation in community activities and outings.

Skills

Care experience

Good communication skills

Driving skills

Job description

Position

Permanent, 25 hours per week, 66-year-old lady in the Uddingston area is looking for a female Personal Assistant to provide one-to-one support at home and out in the community. She lives with MS and has recently experienced a stroke and is seeking someone who can support her to continue living as independently, comfortably and enjoyably as possible.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide person-centred, one-to-one support within the home and out in the community.
• Assist with all aspects of personal care, such as getting up and out of bed, showering, dressing, catheter care and helping her settle comfortably at night.
• Support with medication and prepare nutritious meals and healthy snacks, offering assistance with eating when required.
• Help her access the community safely and confidently, accompanying her on outings such as shopping trips, meals out and visits to the cinema or theatre.
• Assist with everyday household tasks, including shopping, collecting prescriptions, light housework and escorting her to hospital appointments.
• Encourage a proactive and creative approach to planning enjoyable activities and supporting daily routines that promote independence, dignity and a good quality of life.
• Provide mobility support, including the safe use of a tracking hoist.
• Be comfortable working around birds, as there is an outdoor aviary at the property.

Essential Requirements

• Previous care experience.
• Full UK automatic driving licence.
• Confidence driving an automatic mobility vehicle.
• Good communication skills and a warm, reliable approach.
• Training will be provided.

Hours & Contract

Permanent position, 25 hours per week. Typical rota (shared between 3 PAs). Monday – Sunday: 9:30am – 2:30pm. Evening support: 9:30pm – 10:15pm (support with night routine and catheter care). Occasional weekend working.

Pay

£12.60 per hour.

Apply

If you are a compassionate, dependable person who would enjoy making a meaningful difference in someone’s daily life, we would love to hear from you. Please send your CV and a short cover note explaining why you’d be a great fit for this role.