Personal Care Assistant/Support Worker Ref: JGg/LD/2-25

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

Job summary

A community health service provider in Brighton seeks Personal Assistants for an individual with learning and neurological disabilities. Responsibilities include attending to personal care needs, medication management, and engaging in community activities. Candidates must have a driver's license and experience in care. The role guarantees permanent positions with 12, 18, or 24 hours per week at a rate of £12.60 per hour. The position offers shifts from Monday to Saturday, providing a supportive environment for both personal and social growth.

Benefits

Mileage allowance

Guaranteed permanent position

Statutory rights, including holidays

Direct employment by a Private Employer

Qualifications

• A driver is essential; must use own vehicle with mileage allowance.
• Experience required, particularly in personal care settings.

Responsibilities

• Attend to personal care needs including dressing and hygiene.
• Administer medication and assist with light housework.
• Engage with the community and support John in social activities.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Job description

Overview

John, a chatty and cheery 41‑year‑old male who lives in Cumbernauld, requires two Personal Assistants. John has learning and neurological disabilities; he likes structure and routine in his daily life and enjoys many activities. He loves a chat and a laugh, getting out and about, meeting people, going swimming, cycling, bowling, and visiting museums like the Transport Museum. He enjoys drama, music and being outdoors.

Responsibilities

Your role will involve attending to all personal care needs; getting up in the morning, toileting, including bowel movements, washing, shaving, and getting dressed. Also giving medication, light housework and preparing snacks is included in this role. Being involved in the community and meeting people is important to John, who can struggle with confidence and self‑esteem.

Qualifications

A driver is essential, and you will be required to use your own vehicle – mileage allowance will be paid. Experience is required. Good interpersonal and communication skills are essential.

Benefits

Guaranteed permanent positions of 12, 18 or 24 hours per week. Shifts available Monday – Saturday:

• Monday – Friday: 10am – 4pm
• Saturday: 12pm – 6pm

£12.60 per hour

Next Steps

If you are selected for the next stage of the recruitment process a member of the GCIL North 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 and will be entitled to all statutory rights as set out by Employment Law such as paid holidays and statutory sick pay (where eligible).

Contact

GCIL North Lanarkshire
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