Temp. Personal Assistant - 06/Irvine/SP

Ayrshire Independent Living Network (AILN); Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Ayrshire Independent Living Network (AILN) in Irvine is seeking a warm, reliable Personal Assistant on a full-time, temporary basis to support a family. The role includes daily living tasks, patient care, and companionship in a private home with oxygen therapy and epilepsy management training provided.

The position covers two households, requires PVG checks, and references. It offers on-site hours, sick-leave cover for 3–6 months, and a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Essential: Caring, trustworthy and reliable nature.
• Excellent communication and listening skills.
• Respect for privacy and confidentiality.
• Ability to work independently and use initiative.
• Flexible and dependable approach.
• Understanding of maintaining dignity and promoting independence.

Responsibilities

• Assistance with daily living tasks for two households.
• Provide person-centred support to promote independence, safety and wellbeing.
• Support with showering, grooming and daily routines.
• Assist with household chores, meals, shopping and errands.
• Provide companionship and emotional support.

Skills

Caring

Communication

Privacy

Independence

Flexibility

Dignity

Job description

Temp. Personal Assistant - 06/Irvine/SP

Company: Ayrshire Independent Living Network (AILN)

Salary: from £14.59 an hour

Hours: Full-time

Location: Irvine, KA12 9PT

Working pattern: On-site

Job type: Temporary

Posting date: 23 Oct 2026

Closing date: 22 Nov 2026

Job Description: Personal Assistant (Support Worker)/Driver

Location: Irvine Ayrshire

Pay Rate: £14.59 per hour

Hours: 36 hours to be discussed at interview, Temporary (Sick Leave Cover) duration: Expected to cover sick leave for 3- 6 months across 3 services.

About the role:

We are seeking a warm, positive, and dependable individual to join our team in Irvine on a full-time, temporary basis to cover a period of sick leave. If you are a naturally supportive, "people person" who loves helping others, we would love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

A caring, reliable and respectful Personal Assistant is required to a mother, father and son across two households.

Oxygen therapy is required daily and managing epilepsy (training will be provided).

The role is to provide person‑centred support that promotes independence, dignity, safety and wellbeing at all times.

This position would suit someone who is compassionate, patient, dependable and comfortable working within a private home environment.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Assistance with showering and hair washing
• Providing support with daily living tasks and maintaining independence
• Assisting with all aspects of maintaining and managing the household
• General household duties including tidying, laundry, ironing and light cleaning
• Assisting with meal planning, preparation of meals, drinks and kitchen organisation
• Supporting with shopping, household errands and maintaining household supplies
• Providing companionship and emotional support
• Supporting attendance at appointments and social activities
• Being mindful of oxygen equipment and maintaining a safe environment
• Encouraging independence while providing appropriate support when needed
• Maintaining confidentiality, dignity and respect at all times
• Following health and safety guidance within the home environment

Person Specification

Essential:

• Caring, trustworthy and reliable nature
• Good communication and listening skills
• Respect for privacy and confidentiality
• Ability to work independently and use initiative
• Flexible and dependable approach
• Understanding of maintaining dignity and promoting independence

Desirable:

• Previous care or support experience
• Knowledge or understanding of emphysema/COPD/Diabetes and epilepsy.

Moving and assisting awareness

Must be willing to undergo a PVG check (Protecting Vulnerable Groups)

Please note: Two up-to-date reference contacts are required (one must be from a present or previous employer). A new PVG enhanced disclosure is required prior to appointment (disclosure cost to be met by the employer).

**** Please note AILN are not the employers ****

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