Personal Assistant (PA) – Community Support
Main Tasks & Responsibilities
I’m a 43-year-old gentleman living with my parents in Galashiels. I have a learning disability and epilepsy, I’m looking for a friendly, reliable and experienced Personal Assistant (PA) to support me to get out and about and enjoy social activities in the local community.
I require 1:1 support to access community activities and local resources safely. I have limited awareness of potential risks and dangers and am unable to summon help independently in an emergency, so I rely on others to help keep me safe when out and about.
I use a wheelchair when out in the community, although I can weight bear with support. My PA will need to assist me appropriately with my mobility and use their own car to help me access activities and outings. The vehicle must have sufficient space to accommodate a folding wheelchair.
I’m looking for someone who is patient, understanding and dependable, who can provide reassuring support while helping me enjoy getting out and about.
Person Specification
- Be friendly, patient, caring and reliable.
- Have experience supporting people with epilepsy, particularly atonic-clonic seizures.
- Understand learning disabilities and be able to provide clear, patient and supportive communication.
- Be confident providing 1:1 support and maintaining safety in the community.
- Know how to respond appropriately if a seizure occurs.
- Be comfortable supporting someone who uses a wheelchair and can weight bear with assistance.
- Have a full driving licence and their own car with business insurance.
- Have a vehicle with enough space to transport a folding wheelchair.
- Ideally be available to work at weekends.
Terms
- £13.57 per hour.
- 8 hours per week, ideally on a Saturday or Sunday.
- Expenses and also Mileage paid at 55p per mile when travelling with me.
- References and a PVG check will be required.
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Personal Assistant – Galashiels – 3227 employer: Encompassborders
As a Support Worker/Personal Assistant in Selkirk, you will join a compassionate team dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for our clients. We offer a supportive work culture that values kindness and reliability, alongside competitive pay and generous annual leave. This role provides meaningful opportunities for personal growth and the chance to make a real difference in someone's life within a friendly community setting.
