Personal Care Assistant/Support Worker Ref: EL/SF/11-25 - GCIL South Lanarkshire

GCIL South Lanarkshire; Carluke; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage allowance

Job summary

GCIL South Lanarkshire is seeking a compassionate Personal Care Assistant/Support Worker to provide one-to-one support for Evan, an active 11-year-old, at home and in the community. The role involves personal care, supervising toilet visits, hand washing, meals, and accompanying him to activities while ensuring safety and engagement.

You will need to drive your own vehicle (a mileage allowance is provided) and bring patience, calmness, and good communication skills to help Evan enjoy his

Qualifications

• Experience in childcare, ASN, care home, or nursing settings.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Calm, patient and proactive approach to care.
• Willing to drive and use own vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one personal care at home and in the community.
• Assist with toilet visits and hand washing.
• Help prepare meals or snacks as needed.
• Accompany Evan to activities and keep him safe.
• Support Evan's social engagement and independence.

Skills

Childcare experience

Care setting experience

Patience and empathy

Good communication

Tools

Own vehicle

Job description

Personal Care Assistant/Support Worker Ref: EL/SF/11-25 - GCIL South Lanarkshire

Personal Care Assistant

Evan is a bright, active 11-year-old who loves spending time outdoors and exploring new activities. He enjoys trips to the park, trampolining, swimming, clubs, holidays, and even simple pleasures like playing in the garden or going out for lunch. Evan is looking for a compassionate, patient, and reliable Personal Care Assistant to provide one‑to‑one support both at home and out in the community.

In this role, you’ll help Evan with personal care, including supervising toilet visits, washing hands. You may occasionally assist with administering medication and help prepare meals or snacks. Your support will also involve accompanying him on his favourite activities, keeping him safe at all times, and helping him engage in social experiences that suit his interests and abilities.

Driving is essential, as you’ll need to use your own vehicle, with mileage allowance provided.

This role is ideal for someone with experience in childcare, ASN, care home, or nursing settings, or anyone who has worked with children and understands the need for patience, calmness, and sensitivity, especially during challenging moments or meltdowns. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, a warm nature, and a proactive approach to care are essential.

Hours: Casual contract – typically alternate Saturdays, 12:00pm–5:00pm

Hourly Rate: £14.45 per hour

This is a wonderful opportunity to build a supportive, trusting relationship with Evan, helping him enjoy his favourite activities safely while encouraging independence and engagement. If you’re patient, caring, and enthusiastic about making a real difference, Evan would love to meet you.

NOTES TO CANDIDATES

If selected for the next stage of the recruitment process, you will be contacted directly 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