Support Worker / Personal Assistant Ref: CD/SF/9-25

GCIL South Lanarkshire; England; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A community support organization in England seeks a Support Worker / Personal Assistant for a young person with complex autism in East Kilbride. The role is part-time, working Saturdays, and requires someone active and patient who can provide personal care and support community activities. This permanent position offers training and guarantees hours, aiming to enrich Cian's active lifestyle through engaging experiences. You'll support him in gaining confidence while ensuring his safety in various environments. Apply now to make a meaningful difference.

Benefits

Full training provided

Mileage paid for using own vehicle

Opportunity to make a difference in lives

Qualifications

• Experience working with individuals with complex autism.
• Ability to drive and access to a vehicle.
• Patience and a friendly, supportive nature.

Responsibilities

• Support in community activities and personal care.
• Encourage participation in fun and stimulating activities.
• Ensure safety and confidence during interactions.

Skills

Experience working with complex autism

Excellent interpersonal skills

Creative and active approach

Good sense of humour

Job description

Overview

Support Worker / Personal Assistant for Cian – East Kilbride

Part-time | £12.60 per hour | Saturdays | 5 hours per week

Are you someone with energy, patience and a real passion for helping others?

Cian is a vibrant individual who enjoys an active lifestyle and thrives on engaging experiences. He is predominantly non-verbal, fully mobile, and requires support to stay safe due to a lack of danger awareness. You’ll be his guide, advocate and helping hand as he navigates both new and familiar spaces.

We’re looking for a Male or Female Support Worker to work 1:1 with Cian, a young person with complex autism living in the East Kilbride area.

This is a permanent role with guaranteed hours, offering the opportunity to support someone in a truly meaningful and hands-on way.

Your Role

You’ll support Cian in the community, helping him participate in fun, stimulating activities that promote confidence and independence. You’ll be hands-on, encouraging and proactive.

Your duties

• Providing personal care (including toileting and bowel care)
• Supporting with ordering food, handling money, and daily routines
• Attending social and leisure activities such as
• — Swing parks, swimming, library visits, art, horse riding, outdoor play (muddy fun included!)
• — Sensory experiences, music, and trips to cafés
• Ensuring Cian’s safety in all environments
• Offering hand-over-hand guidance and helping him grow confidence with new tasks or settings

What We’re Looking For

• Experience working with complex autism is essential
• A driver with access to your own vehicle (mileage paid)
• Someone active, creative, patient – with a good sense of humour
• A warm, friendly, and supportive nature is key
• Able to join in physical activities and think on your feet
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Job Details

• Permanent role – 5 hours per week
• Standard shift: Saturday, 12pm–5pm
• Flexible – can be moved to Sunday or a weekday during school holidays
• Pay: £12.60 per hour
• Full training will be provided

How to apply

If you’re looking for a rewarding part-time role and want to make a real difference in someone’s life, this could be the perfect fit.

Apply now and become part of Cian’s journey.

To apply please e-mail your CV to [e-mail]

Notes to candidates:

If you are selected for the next stage of the recruitment process a member of GCIL (South 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 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)

Brandon Gate, 1 Leechlee Road, Hamilton, ML3 0XB

Tel: [phone]