Help Euan Enjoy His Independence and Community Life

July 30, 2026/Keith Mooney

 

Job Details

Location: Hamilton, South Lanarkshire
Rate of Pay: £14.45 per hour
Hours: Up to 40 hours per week (full-time and part-time opportunities available)
Driver: Essential (own vehicle required, mileage allowance paid)
Non-Smoker: Essential
Reference: EMac/SF/11-25

About Euan

Euan is a kind and gentle young man with physical and learning disabilities who enjoys getting out and about in his community and living as independently as possible.

He is looking for a caring and dependable Personal Assistant / Support Worker to help him with day-to-day living and support him to enjoy the activities and interests that are important to him.

Although Euan can be shy and quiet when getting to know new people, he is friendly, engaging and enjoys good company once he feels comfortable.

The Role

As Euan’s Personal Assistant, you will provide one-to-one support both at home and in the community.

A typical day could include:

  • Supporting with personal care, including dressing and shaving
  • Preparing and cooking healthy meals
  • Supporting attendance at social activities such as swimming, cinema trips and meals out
  • Assisting with shopping and collecting prescriptions
  • Supporting Euan to access his local community
  • Helping maintain routines and structure throughout the day
  • Supporting independence and confidence-building
  • Undertaking light household duties when required

This is a rewarding opportunity to build a positive and supportive working relationship while helping Euan live life as independently and fully as possible.

About You

You could be a great match if you are:

  • Kind, patient and reliable
  • Calm and supportive in your approach
  • A confident driver with access to your own vehicle
  • A good cook who enjoys preparing healthy meals
  • A non-smoker
  • Committed to supporting independence and choice
  • A good communicator with strong interpersonal skills
  • Compassionate and respectful of individual needs

Experience is preferred but not essential. The most important qualities are warmth, compassion, reliability and a genuine desire to support someone to achieve their goals and enjoy life.

Hours and Flexibility

  • Permanent positions available
  • Full-time and part-time opportunities available
  • Up to 40 hours per week
  • Split shifts across mornings and evenings
  • Flexible arrangements discussed at interview
  • Potential overtime opportunities available

Typical Shift Pattern

  • Monday: 8:00am-1:00pm & 5:00pm-9:00pm
  • Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday: 7:30am-9:00am & 5:00pm-9:00pm
  • Thursday: 8:00am-2:00pm & 5:00pm-9:00pm
  • Saturday & Sunday: 8:00am-1:00pm & 5:00pm-9:00pm

What We Offer

  • £14.45 per hour
  • Mileage allowance
  • Flexible working arrangements
  • Full guidance and support
  • A rewarding role supporting independence and community participation
  • Opportunity for overtime

Interested?

If you are a caring and dependable person who enjoys helping others live independently and reach their potential, we’d love to hear from you.

Please send your CV quoting Ref: EMac/SF/11-25 to parSL@gcil.org.uk