Personal Development Worker for Tom in Govan

C-Change Scotland; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 1,853,000 - 1,876,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

PVG’s and SSSC fees

30 days annual leave - rising to 35

Life Assurance

Access to discount scheme

Cycle to work and tech scheme

Credit Union affiliation

Flexible working options

Health Plan

Job summary

C-Change Scotland is seeking a Personal Development Worker to join Tom's team in Govan on a temporary, part-time basis. The role supports Tom with daily routines, personal care where needed, and accompanying him to art classes and community activities.

The ideal candidate is caring, reliable and enjoys promoting independence, wellbeing and meaningful activities. A full driving licence is desirable but not essential; training is provided, and you will work within a self-managing team to help Tom

Qualifications

• A friendly, patient, and dependable individual.
• Someone who enjoys supporting people to achieve their personal goals and interests.
• A person who understands the importance of routine and consistency.
• An individual with a positive attitude and a good sense of humour.
• Someone who can confidently work within a self-managing team structure and use their own initiative.
• A full driving licence is desirable but not essential, as supporting Tom to access his local community and enjoy day trips forms an important part of the role.
• Previous experience is welcome but not essential, as full training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Support Tom with his daily routines and activities.
• Provide assistance with personal care where required.
• Accompany Tom to art classes, social activities, and community outings.
• Support him to maintain friendships and enjoy day trips.
• Encourage independence while promoting his wellbeing, dignity, and choice.
• Help Tom continue pursuing his creative interests and displaying his artwork with pride.

Skills

Patience

Dependable

Person-centered

Self-management

Initiative

Driving licence desirable

Full training provided

Job description

Everyone should be involved in decisions that affect their lives.

All people have the right to live in and be part of the community.

All people have a voice and the right to be heard.

All people have dreams and aspirations.

Supporting Good Lives

Better Is Possible

Life Changing Work

Salary:£13.48 -13.62 per hour (sleepovers paid at £13.45 per hour)

Location:Govan

Hours:16

Closing Date:13/10/2026 23:59

This is a Temporary, Part Time vacancy that will close in 19 days at 23:59 BST.

The Vacancy

Personal Development Worker Required – Join Tom's Team in Govan

Are you caring, reliable, and passionate about supporting people to live a fulfilling and meaningful life? Tom, who lives in Govan, is looking for a new Personal Development Worker to join his established support team.

Tom is a friendly and joyful older gentleman who thrives on routine and enjoys living an active and creative lifestyle. He has a real passion for art and regularly attends art classes with Project Ability, where he enjoys developing his skills and expressing his creativity. At home, Tom loves colouring in and working on his own art projects, proudly displaying his artwork throughout his house.

Tom also enjoys getting out and about on day trips in his car, exploring new places, and meeting friends for a bite to eat. He values good company, consistency, and support from people who are enthusiastic about helping him enjoy the things that matter most to him.

As Tom's Personal Development Worker, you will:

• Support Tom with his daily routines and activities.
• Provide assistance with personal care where required.
• Accompany Tom to art classes, social activities, and community outings.
• Support him to maintain friendships and enjoy day trips.
• Encourage independence while promoting his wellbeing, dignity, and choice.
• Help Tom continue pursuing his creative interests and displaying his artwork with pride.

About Tom's Team

Tom has a well-established, experienced, and supportive team around him. The team operates with a self-managing approach, meaning staff are trusted to use their own initiative, judgement, and problem-solving skills to support Tom in a way that reflects his preferences and outcomes.

This role would suit someone who is confident working independently and is comfortable using their own autonomy while remaining accountable and working collaboratively with the wider team. Flexibility, good communication, and a person-centred approach are essential to being successful in this role.

What Tom is Looking For

• A friendly, patient, and dependable individual.
• Someone who enjoys supporting people to achieve their personal goals and interests.
• A person who understands the importance of routine and consistency.
• An individual with a positive attitude and a good sense of humour.
• Someone who can confidently work within a self-managing team structure and use their own initiative.
• A full driving licence is desirable but not essential, as supporting Tom to access his local community and enjoy day trips forms an important part of the role.
• Previous experience is welcome but not essential, as full training will be provided.

This is a fantastic opportunity to support a warm, creative, and sociable gentleman to continue living life his way. If you enjoy making a positive difference, value autonomy in your role, and would like to be part of a strong self-managing team, we'd love to hear from you.

Male only position* Schedule 9 part 1 (1)(1)(a) of the Equality Act 2010 applies.

Benefits include:

• We pay PVG’s and SSSC fees.
• 30 days annual leave - rising to 35 days after 5 years’ service.
• Life Assurance
• Access to discount scheme
• Cycle to work and tech scheme
• Credit Union affiliation
• Flexible working options
• Health Plan

The Company

C-Change was founded in 2001 and having always championed Self-Directed Support, the organisation provides outcome focused personalised support that is creative and flexible, adapting to the changing needs of the individual.

C-Change supports people that have learning disabilities, mental health issues and other additional support needs to have real positive change in their lives regardless of their age or circumstances. Our work is based on a Human Rights Approach, empowering people to live their life to its fullest potential whilst being active citizens within their community.

Life Changing Work

Mission & Values

We believe in the strength of community. We believe that we all need support at different times in our lives and with the right kind of support all of us can flourish and be full and active citizens.

We believe that:

Everyone should be involved in decisions that affect their lives.

All people have the right to live in and be part of the community.

All people have a voice and the right to be heard.

All people have dreams and aspirations.

All people should have power and control over what they do now and in the future.

All people should have the opportunity to live an ordinary and valued life.

All people have capabilities and qualities.

All people need friendships and independent relationships: a natural support network.

• All people have the right to live in and be part of the community
• All people have a voice and the right to be heard
• All people have dreams and aspirations
• All people have capabilities and qualities
• All people should have the opportunity to live an ordinary and valued life
• All people should have power and control over what they do now and in the future
• All people need friendships and independent relationships: a natural support network
• The whole community can benefit from embracing diversity
• All means all!

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