Supportive Personal Assistant — Flexible Hours & Training

Thistle Foundation; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 20,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

SVQ Level 3 training in Health &Social

SSSC registration paid by Thistle

30 days annual leave rising to 35

Free Thistle Gym membership

HSF Health Plan membership

Refer a Friend £250 bonus

Job summary

Thistle Foundation seeks a part-time Personal Assistant in Edinburgh to support a 32-year-old woman as she moves into her own flat. The role involves varied hours (20–30 per week initially) with team meetings, supervision and training.

Successful applicants may work 24‑hour shifts including sleepovers later this year. The role offers ongoing development, SVQ training, and access to employee benefits and pension schemes.

Qualifications

• Applicants should have, or be willing to work towards, a qualification meeting the standards required for registration with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC).

Responsibilities

• Support a 32-year-old woman who lives in Barnton, Edinburgh, moving to her own flat.
• Hours between 20–30 hrs weekly once she moves to her flat; includes team meetings, support and supervision and training.
• Shifts may include 24‑hour shifts including sleepovers; shifts are planned in advance with flexibility and commitment.

Job description

Thistle Foundation seeks a part-time Personal Assistant in Edinburgh to support a 32-year-old woman as she moves into her own flat. The role involves varied hours (20–30 per week initially) with team meetings, supervision and training.

Successful applicants may work 24‑hour shifts including sleepovers later this year. The role offers ongoing development, SVQ training, and access to employee benefits and pension schemes.