Looking for a Reliable Personal Assistant to Join My Team – Bishopton

October 28, 2026/Lee-Ann Jamieson

Looking for a Reliable Personal Assistant to Join My Team – Bishopton

A little about me

I’m Danny, a 41-year-old veteran with a high-level spinal cord injury. I’m looking for a reliable PA to join the regular team supporting me at home and when I’m out and about.

 

Hours and pay

36.75 guaranteed paid hours per week

  • Usually worked across three day shifts generally within 07:00am to 19:15pm
  • The daytime rate is £14.45 per hour
  • Paid annual leave is provided separately and paid when taken
  • Paid induction, supervised shadowing and training in my care routines are provided, with competency checks completed before independent working.
  • Additional shifts may be available by agreement

The rota covers seven days, but nobody is expected to work seven days straight. Exact working arrangements will be discussed and agreed with the successful candidate.

 

About the role

The role includes:

  • Personal care
  • Hoisting and positioning
  • Bladder and bowel routines
  • Preparing meals
  • Medication routines
  • Support getting to appointments and activities

Some days I’m out exploring in my wheelchair; on other days pain means plans change. You’ll need to follow my routines, notice what is going on, and know when to chat and when to give me space.

 

Who I’m looking for?

Care experience is essential, but I don’t expect you to know my specific routines when you arrive.

Reliability, honesty, flexibility, good judgement and respect for my dignity matter most.

You’ll have paid shadowing and training with the team before working independently.

 

Think you’d fit in with my team?

I’m looking for someone dependable who can get to know my routines, adapt when plans change and help me get on with my day while respecting my independence and space.

If that sounds like you, I’d like to hear from you. Apply today by sending your CV to par@gcil.org.uk quoting the reference “GCIL.DM.LD.LJ.1.26” in the subject line and body of the email. If you have any questions, please contact GCIL at 0141 550 4455.