Support Worker - 00/Troon/SC

Ayrshire Independent Living Network; Troon; On-site; GBP 15,286 - 21,771; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private overnight room

TV in room

Quiet nights

Job summary

Ayrshire Independent Living Network seeks a Personal Assistant / Support Worker in Troon to provide 1:1 daily living support for a C5/6 quadriplegic. Flexible hours with 12- or 24-hour shifts (e.g., 10 am–10 am) and on-site duties.

The role includes morning/evening routines, personal care, meal assistance, and light housework to sustain independence and routine. PVG disclosure required and references provided upon request.

Qualifications

• Reliable, patient, adaptable
• Willingness to learn; care or support experience helpful but not required

Responsibilities

• Assist morning and evening routines
• Provide personal care: showering, dressing, toileting
• Meal preparation and mobility support
• Assist with light household tasks
• Help maintain independence and daily routine

Skills

Reliable

Patient

Adaptable

Good humor

Job description

Position

Personal Assistant / Support Worker – Troon, Ayrshire

Location: Troon

Pay: £13.45 per hour

Hours: Flexible; typically 12‑hour or 24‑hour shifts (e.g., 10 am–10 am). Shift length can be adjusted.

Role Overview

A C5/6 quadriplegic requiring 1:1 support for daily living tasks while remaining independent.

Key Responsibilities

• Morning and evening routine support
• Personal care: showering, dressing, toileting
• Meal preparation and assistance with mobility
• Light household tasks as needed
• Assist in maintaining independence and routine

Qualifications / Desired Attributes

• Reliable, patient, adaptable
• Easy‑going, able to follow direction
• Positive, good sense of humour
• Willingness to learn; experience in care or support is helpful but not essential

Benefits / Working Conditions

Private overnight room with TV, fresh bedding, and storage. Quiet nights unless needed.

No agency or sponsorship applications accepted.

How to Apply

Contact: [e-mail]. Two up‑to‑date reference contacts required, at least one from a present or previous employer. PVG enhanced disclosure required.

Probationary period: 6 months. Notice period during probation: one week.