Personal Assistant Required – Could You Be the Friendly Face in Graham’s Week?
Job Details
Location: East Kilbride
Rate of Pay: £14.45 per hour
Hours: 24 hours per week
Driver: Essential (manual licence required)
Reference: AMUR/SF/11-25
About Graham
Graham is a young man living in East Kilbride who enjoys being active, getting out into the community and taking part in social activities.
He is non-verbal and requires dedicated one-to-one support from someone who is friendly, reliable and enjoys helping others live life to the fullest.
No two days are the same and every shift provides an opportunity to help Graham remain engaged, active and connected to his community.
The Role
As Graham’s Personal Assistant, you will provide one-to-one support at home and in the community.
A typical shift could include:
- Supporting with personal care
- Assisting with daily living activities
- Supporting Graham to attend community activities and outings
- Pushing a manual wheelchair when out and about
- Encouraging independence and participation
- Providing companionship and social support
- Supporting a safe and enjoyable routine throughout the day
- Being a positive and consistent presence in Graham’s life
This is a meaningful role where you will become part of a small, supportive team helping Graham live an active and fulfilling life.
About You
You could be a great match if you are:
- Friendly, sociable and easy-going
- Reliable and dependable
- Patient and caring in your approach
- Comfortable supporting someone with complex needs
- A confident driver with a full driving licence
- Able to build a positive and trusting relationship
- A good communicator with strong interpersonal skills
- Committed to supporting independence and inclusion
Previous care experience is welcomed but not essential, as full training and ongoing support will be provided.
Essential Requirements
- Full driving licence essential
- Able to drive a manual mobility vehicle
- Willingness to undertake relevant training
- Flexible and team-focused approach
Hours and Working Pattern
- Permanent contract
- 24 hours per week
- Set shift: Friday 10:00am to Saturday 10:00am
- Some flexibility may occasionally be required to support the wider team
What We Offer
- £14.45 per hour
- Permanent contracted hours
- Full training and support
- The opportunity to make a genuine difference
- A rewarding role supporting someone to live an active and independent life
Interested?
If you enjoy helping others and would like to be part of a supportive team around Graham, we’d love to hear from you.
Please send your CV quoting Ref: AMUR/SF/11-25 to parSL@gcil.org.uk