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GCIL South Lanarkshire; Lesmahagow; On-site; GBP 5,300 - 5,700; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly pay £14.45

Outdoor nature activities

Flexible schedule

Job summary

GCIL South Lanarkshire Personal Assistant / Support Worker role in Coalburn, with travel within the region to preferred activities. Rewarding part-time position at £14.45 per hour, 7 hours a week over two weekdays, driver essential and access to local outdoor and nature-based activities.

This role supports Alice in local community engagement, companionship, and gentle social interaction, with no prior care experience required beyond the right personality and shared interests.

Qualifications

• Calm, patient and understanding demeanour.
• Passionate about wildlife, animals and the outdoors.
• Friendly and encouraging, acts as a positive role model.
• Able to support Alice if she becomes overwhelmed.

Responsibilities

• Day trips to nature reserves.
• Support with animal care at home.
• Enjoy walks and outdoor activities.
• Offer calm reassurance and support during social interactions.

Skills

Calm

Patience

Understanding

Wildlife interest

Job description

Personal Assistant / Support Worker Job ref: AA/FP - 26 (GCIL South Lanarkshire)

Location: Coalburn - including travel within region to preferred activities

Rate of Pay: £14.45 per hour

Hours: 7 hours per week (worked over 2 weekdays)

Driver: Essential - manual licence required

Non-smoker: Essential (sensory requirement)

About Alice

Alice is a quiet, friendly, and inquisitive young woman with a strong passion for wildlife and the outdoors. She enjoys birdwatching, spending time caring for her animals at home (especially her chickens), gardening, going for walks, and visiting local cafés to enjoy lunch or a slice of cake or cheesecake.

Alice particularly loves being outdoors and visiting RSPB and other nature reserves, as well as exploring her local area at a gentle pace.

The Role

Alice is seeking a Personal Assistant to provide social support and companionship, helping her to feel confident and comfortable accessing her local community.

A typical day may include:

• Day trips to nature reserves
• Supporting with animal care at home
• Enjoying walks and outdoor activities
• Offering calm reassurance and support during social interactions

This role is well suited to someone who enjoys nature, values meaningful one-to-one support, and can offer a steady, reassuring presence.

About You

You would be a great match if you are:

• Calm, patient, and understanding
• Passionate about wildlife, animals, and the outdoors
• Friendly and encouraging, acting as a positive role model
• Able to support Alice if she becomes overwhelmed
• Confident providing companionship and gentle social support
• Comfortable around animals including chickens, ducks, rabbits and cats

No specific care experience is required - just the right personality and shared interests.

• 7 hours per week, worked over 2 days (potential for hours to be increased slightly)
• Two weekdays chosen from Monday, Wednesday or Friday
• Preferred days are flexible and can be discussed at interview

What We Offer

• Hourly rate of £14.45
• Opportunities to enjoy outdoor and nature-based activities as part of your work
• Flexible working days agreed at interview

If you’re someone who loves the outdoors, enjoys supporting others, and would like a rewarding role making a real difference, we’d love to hear from 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