At a Glance
- Tasks: Support a friendly gentleman in his home, assisting with daily routines and companionship.
- Company: Join a caring team dedicated to making a difference in someone's life.
- Benefits: Earn £13.45 per hour, enjoy 6 weeks' annual leave, and receive paid training.
- Other info: Flexible hours with a friendly team and full training provided.
- Why this job: Make a genuine impact while enjoying a rewarding role in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Caring, patient, and dependable; experience in care is a plus but not essential.
The predicted salary is between 13.45 - 13.45 £ per hour.
Location: Wishaw, North Lanarkshire
Salary/Hourly Rate: £13.45
Contract: Permanent
£13.45 per hour | Average 36 hours per week | Permanent Position
Are you caring, reliable and looking for a rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference to someone’s life? A friendly gentleman in his early 40s is looking for a compassionate and dependable Personal Support Assistant to join his small, established team supporting him in his own home in Wishaw. This is a direct employment opportunity, not agency work, allowing you to build a consistent and meaningful working relationship.
Hours & Pay
- £13.45 per hour
- Average 36 hours per week
- 24-hour shifts (10:00am-10:00am)
- Two-week rolling rota:
- Week 1: One 24-hour shift
- Week 2: Two 24-hour shifts
- Paid every 4 weeks
- Additional flexibility to cover holidays and occasional sickness is appreciated.
About The Role
This is a varied and rewarding role supporting someone to live independently in their own home. No personal care is required, although assistance with shaving and gentle prompting throughout the day is needed.
Your Duties Will Include
- Preparing meals
- Light household duties
- Providing companionship
- Supporting daily routines
- Spending time enjoying shared interests such as football, films and music
You’ll become part of a friendly, supportive team, with full training provided.
About The Person You'll Support
The gentleman has epilepsy and autism. He is sociable, has a great sense of humour, and enjoys following Motherwell Football Club, watching films and listening to music. Experience with epilepsy or autism is welcome but not essential, as full training will be provided.
We're Looking For Someone Who Is
- Caring, patient and dependable
- A good communicator
- Flexible and able to work as part of a small team
- Experienced in care or support work (professional or personal experience considered)
- Able to build positive, respectful relationships
What We Offer
- Competitive pay of £13.45 per hour
- Permanent position following a successful 3-month probationary period
- Average of 36 hours per week
- 6 weeks' pro rata annual leave
- Workplace pension
- Paid training and shadow shifts
- Supportive, experienced team
- PVG check and satisfactory references required
Personal Assistant Required – Wishaw employer: Personal Assistants Network Scotland
At Personal Assistants Network Scotland, we pride ourselves on fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment where our employees can truly make a difference in the lives of others. Working as a Personal Assistant in East Kilbride not only offers the chance to engage with the community but also provides opportunities for personal growth and development within a compassionate team. Our flexible working hours and emphasis on companionship ensure that you can balance your professional and personal life while contributing to meaningful change.
Contact Details:
Personal Assistants Network Scotland Recruitment Team
