Personal Assistant Required – Love Wildlife, Animals and the Great Outdoors?
Job Details
Location: Coalburn, South Lanarkshire (including travel to activities within the local area)
Rate of Pay: £14.45 per hour
Hours: 7 hours per week over 2 weekdays
Driver: Essential (manual licence required)
Non-Smoker: Essential (sensory requirement)
About Alice
Alice is a friendly, thoughtful and curious young woman who loves wildlife, animals and spending time outdoors.
She enjoys birdwatching, gardening, caring for her animals at home, visiting nature reserves, exploring local walking routes and relaxing in cafés over lunch or a slice of cake or cheesecake.
Alice particularly enjoys visiting RSPB sites and other wildlife locations and would like support to access these activities while building confidence in the community.
The Role
As Alice’s Personal Assistant, you will provide companionship, encouragement and social support while helping her enjoy the activities she loves.
You will spend time together exploring local attractions, enjoying outdoor activities and supporting her interests in nature and wildlife.
A Typical Day Could Include
- Visiting nature reserves and wildlife sites
- Supporting with the care of animals at home
- Going for walks and enjoying the outdoors
- Visiting cafés and local attractions
- Providing reassurance during social situations
- Supporting Alice to build confidence and independence within her community
This is a rewarding, person-centred role for someone who enjoys spending time outdoors and values meaningful one-to-one support.
About You
You could be an excellent match if you are:
- Calm, patient and understanding
- Passionate about wildlife, animals and the outdoors
- Friendly, positive and encouraging
- Able to provide gentle reassurance when needed
- Confident supporting someone in social and community settings
- Comfortable around chickens, ducks, rabbits and cats
You do not need previous care experience. We are looking for someone with the right attitude, personality and shared interests.
Hours and Flexibility
- 7 hours per week
- Two weekdays from Monday, Wednesday or Friday
- We can discuss preferred working days at interview
- There may be opportunities for additional hours in the future
What We Offer
- £14.45 per hour
- Flexible working arrangements
- A rewarding role that makes a genuine difference
- Opportunities to enjoy outdoor, wildlife and nature-based activities as part of your work
Interested?
If you enjoy wildlife, nature, animals and helping others live life to the fullest, we’d love to hear from you.
Please send your CV quoting:
Personal Assistant / Support Worker Ref: AA/FP-26
to:
Important Information
If we shortlist your application, a member of the GCIL South Lanarkshire team will contact you to discuss the next stage of the recruitment process.
If the employer offers you the role, they will employ you directly on a PAYE basis. You will receive all statutory employment rights, including paid annual leave and statutory sick pay where eligible.
GCIL South Lanarkshire advertises this role on behalf of an individual employer. GCIL is not the employer and does not act as an employment agency. We support the recruitment process on the employer’s behalf.
About GCIL
GCIL (South Lanarkshire) is a Self-Directed Support service based in South Lanarkshire. We provide information and assistance to help people explore their options for independent living under the Self-Directed Support Act.
GCIL (South Lanarkshire) forms part of Glasgow Centre for Inclusive Living (GCIL), an established Disabled People’s Organisation with many years of experience supporting people to achieve greater choice and control over their support arrangements.
For further information, please contact:
GCIL (South Lanarkshire)
Brandon Gate
1 Leechlee Road
Hamilton
ML3 0XB
Tel: 01698 892 372