At a Glance
- Tasks: Support individuals in living independently and achieving personal goals through caring assistance.
- Company: Enable, a dynamic organisation dedicated to improving lives with a focus on inclusion.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, health cash plans, training opportunities, and career development.
- Other info: Join a supportive team and gain valuable qualifications in social care.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in someone's life while enjoying a rewarding and fulfilling role.
- Qualifications: No experience needed; just a passion for helping others and strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 11.7 - 14.3 £ per hour.
We are looking for caring, reliable and motivated Personal Assistants to join our dedicated team in Carbeth House in the Possilpark area of Glasgow. As a Personal Assistant, you will provide person-centred support, helping the people we support to live independently, achieve their personal goals and take part in the activities that matter most to them.
Support may include:
- Personal care prompts and maintaining personal wellbeing
- Medication support where required
- Accompanying on social outings of their choice
- Supporting daily living tasks and household activities, including budgeting
- Accompanying individuals to appointments and social activities
- Promoting choice, independence and inclusion within the community
- Providing emotional support and encouragement to achieve personal outcomes
No experience? No problem. You don't need previous experience in care to start a rewarding career with Enable. We recruit based on values, attitude and transferable skills. Whether you've worked in retail, hospitality, customer service or are looking for a completely new challenge, we'll provide the training, support and development opportunities you need to succeed.
Successful applicants will be able to demonstrate:
- The ability to build positive and meaningful relationships
- Excellent communication skills and a person-centred approach
- A commitment to supporting people to achieve their goals and aspirations
- A positive, flexible and proactive approach to work
- The ability to work independently and as part of a team
- A genuine passion for helping people live independently and make their own choices
At Enable, we're passionate about creating an equal society where everyone has the opportunity to live the life they choose. We're committed to investing in our people, providing excellent training, recognised qualifications and opportunities to develop a long-term career in social care.
Training opportunities include:
- Person-Centred Approaches, Planning and Thinking
- Introduction to Autism
- Epilepsy Awareness
- Moving and Handling
- Adult Support and Protection
- Child Support and Protection
- First Aid
- Positive Behaviour Support
We also offer a range of benefits to support your wellbeing and professional development, including:
- Health Cash Plans to help cover everyday healthcare costs
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Cycle to Work Scheme*
- Season Ticket Loans*
- Blue Light Card Membership
- Fully funded SVQ Health and Social Care qualifications where required for SSSC registration
Enable is a dynamic and values-driven organisation dedicated to improving the lives of people with additional support needs. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer, and our recruitment, selection and assessment process is designed to identify candidates who share our commitment to inclusion, respect and equality.
Please note that we reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive a high volume of suitable applications. We therefore encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible. The successful applicant will be required to register with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) within three months of their start date.
Personal Assistant - Carbeth project employer: Enable Scotland
Enable is an award-winning social care charity located in Kirkintilloch, Glasgow, dedicated to making a positive difference in the lives of individuals with learning disabilities. Our supportive work culture fosters personal growth through extensive training and career development opportunities, ensuring that every employee can thrive while helping others achieve their goals. With a range of benefits including health cash plans and a commitment to values-based recruitment, joining Enable means becoming part of a compassionate team that truly values your contributions.
