Location: Near Edinburgh city centre
Hours: 12 noon – 5pm, Monday to Friday (up to 35 hours/week) + occasional Saturdays
Pay: £14.89 per hour
Contract: Permanent, long-term employment
About the Employer
I am a 41-year-old disabled man living near central Edinburgh. Due to medical issues, I am currently mostly housebound at the moment, but I enjoy getting out whenever possible – whether to a park, museum, or just for a drive. I’m also hoping to add swimming/hydrotherapy and gym visits as my health improves.
Despite my challenges, I have a positive outlook and sense of humour. My previous PA described this role as “an enjoyable, stress-free and varied position, where often no two days are the same.”
About the Role
This is a long-term, stable position with regular hours, suited to someone who enjoys variety. Tasks will depend on your skills and interests, but could include:
• Meal preparation & shopping
• Driving my Motability car
• Light housework, DIY & gardening
• Accompanying me to appointments and outings
• Assisting with physiotherapy and occasionally helping with a hoist transfer
• Offering company and support with setting up a small home-based business
There is truly little personal care involved (I already have carers for mornings and evenings).
About You
The ideal PA will be:
• Reliable and trustworthy
• Friendly with good communication skills
• Able to work independently and take initiative
• Punctual, fit, and healthy
· Flexible and committed to a long-term role
• Driving licence preferred but not essential
Hours & Pay
• Regular hours: 12 noon – 5pm, Monday to Friday (up to 35 hours/week)
• Rate: £14.89 per hour
• Occasional Saturdays: extra hours available by arrangement
• Job share option: possible for 2 people to split 10–15 hours each
How to apply
To apply please obtain and application form. An application pack for PA vacancy MA GI can be downloaded from the recruitment section of the LCiL website lotiancil.org.uk
Alternatively email pajobs@lothiancil.org.uk quoting Job Ref: MA GI
Applications by CV are accepted. Email a CV (and covering letter) including reference number MA GI to pajobs@lothiancil.org.uk.