Personal Assistant

I am a 44-year-old gentleman who lives in Dundrennan. I have a diagnosis of Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (ME) or otherwise known as Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS) and this is a debilitating health condition that causes me great difficulty when carrying out daily living tasks and specifically personal care, especially on a relapse of my condition. I am looking for a PA to support with personal care tasks typically on a weekly basis, but hours may vary week to week depending on my needs and childcare situation as I have my children a week at a time.

Duties –

• Personal care duties required i.e. meal preparation. On my worst days I will be bedridden and require support with all personal care tasks i.e. dressing, washing, getting in/out of bed etc.
• Provide any assistance to client as required
• Help with outings

Person Spec

• Reliable
• Valid Driving Licence
• Experience in Adult Care
• Strong character
• Great sense of humour
• Ability to use own initiative
• Flexible
• Person-centred approach
• Patient and sensitive to client’s needs
• Cheerful/positive individual
• Trustworthy
• Good communicator
• Candid
• Integrity
• Compassionate
• Honest
• Happy around dog

Hours of work

6 hours per week – can be flexible with days/times upon discussion

Terms of the role

• £12.60 per hour
• Paid annual leave
• PVG required

“Please note Capability Scotland isn’t the employer we are only acting on behalf of our client. The client will be the employer.”

For more information or help in applying for this role then please contact Cerys at Capaability Scotland on 01387403121 quaoting Reference Number -CMSW900