PA / Support Worker
We are looking for a friendly, reliable Male Personal Assistant/Support Worker to support a man in his 50s who lives in the Motherwell area. Family is really important to him, and he enjoys spending time with his wife, two kids and dog. He has a good sense of humour and enjoys spending time with people who are warm, respectful and easy to get along with. Day to day, he is looking for someone to provide positive support around him & help with a mixture of home-based and community activities. At home, this could include preparing & supervising meals. Additionally supporting him to get about the home to do whatever he wants to do. He has mobility issues and uses a frame and wheelchair, so help with general housework, gardening or DIY could be an ask. Or alternatively just providing company & sitting with him to relax & watch TV, chat or play cards. Out and about, he would need the PA/Support Worker to drive and also push his wheelchair & accompany him to access things in the community like go to the shops, the cinema, go watch football, swimming or just go for a walk and a coffee. He likes spending time with his family, going for days out and discovering new places too, including holidays when possible. He has Huntington's disease, and the PA/Support Worker will need to provide patient, respectful support that helps him live as independently as possible. This may include support to:
- plan and structure his day
- stay active, connected and involved in community life
- make the most of his routines, interests and family time
- communicate in a way that feels calm, supportive and respectful Relevant guidance or training will be provided where needed., GCIL North Lanarkshire is a Self-Directed Support service based in North Lanarkshire, providing information and assistance to enable all eligible people to explore the 4 options for independent living outlined in the Self-Directed Support Act, now in force. GCIL North Lanarkshire is part of Glasgow Centre for Inclusive Living (GCIL), which is an established Disabled People's Organisation, with many years of experience assisting people to maximise their preferred support needs.
- Hours: Approx 20 hours per week across 3/4 days initially
- Flexibility: Some weekend work and flexibility required; this can be discussed with the employer at interview
- Pay: £15.00 per hour
- Driving: Full driving licence and access to your own car are essential
- Training: First Aid knowledge is helpful; relevant training will be provided where appropriate If you are a warm, positive and practical person who enjoys helping someone live life their way, this could be a rewarding role for you. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- If you are selected for the next stage of the recruitment process, a member of the GCIL Team will be in touch to arrange the next steps. If you are successfully hired, you will be employed directly by a Private Employer on a PAYE basis and will be entitled to all statutory rights as set out by Employment Law, such as paid holidays and statutory sick pay (where eligible). Please note: This job is advertised by GCIL North Lanarkshire on behalf of a Personal Employer; we are not the employer or an employment/recruitment agency. Our role is to assist with the recruitment process and the employer's responsibilities.
A good match would be someone friendly, warm and patient, with a good sense of humour. He would suit a PA / Support Worker who can build trust, encourage independence and enjoy shared interests such as football, comedy, coffee trips or just getting out and about. Being kind, dependable and comfortable in a family-oriented home with 2 children a small family dog is important.
