Personal Assistant - Lochmaben

Personal Assistant/Support Worker Vacancy (Self-Directed Support)

We are two sisters in our 40's who have recently moved to Lochmaben with our family and are seeking caring, reliable Personal Assistants/Support Workers to support us through Self-Directed Support (SDS).

The role is to provide person-centred support to help us maintain our independence and participation in everyday life.

The required support with everyday living tasks include:

• Cooking healthy meals and baking
• Going to the gym and for walks
• Shopping
• Attending appointments
• Personal Care if required

Our interests include:

• Crafting
• Birdwatching
• Gardening
• Caring for small animals

About You:

We are looking for individuals who are:

• Calm, quiet, friendly and patient
• Caring and respectful, with a person-centred approach
• Observant, with an ability to recognise when support is needed and respond appropriately
• Flexible and reliable
• Previous Experience is desirable but not essential as training can be provided

Applicant must:

• Have access to their own transport
• Be non-smokers due to sensory issues
• Be willing to provide holiday and sickness cover when required

Hours of Support:

Ideally we are looking to recruit two Personal Assistants to provide support Monday to Friday from 9.30 am. Variable hours between 12 -24 hours per week available. Exact hours and working arrangements will be discussed further at interview.

If you feel this role would suit you and you would enjoy providing supportive, person-centred care through SDS, we would love to hear from you.

Females only need apply as permitted under Schedule 9, Part 1 of the Equality Act 2010.

If successful you will need to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK.

You will be asked to provide the names of two referees.

You will need to be a member of Protecting Vulnerable Group (PVG) scheme. If you are not already a member, I can advise you how to apply.

Please note that Capability Scotland are not the employer, but acting on behalf of our client, who is the legal employer.

If you would like to find out more, or for help with applying then please contact Anne at Capability Scotland on 07395794168 quoting reference ANCSH0526