I am Richard and I am 63-year-old man. I am a full-time wheelchair user looking for a friendly, reliable Personal Assistant to support me at home and out in the community. I live in Dumfries with my wife, mother-in-law and small dog. My interests include gardening, photography, sailing and travel.
About the role
You’ll help me maintain my independence and enjoy day-to-day life. Tasks are varied and may include:
· Light domestic duties (shopping, cooking, cleaning, laundry, linen changes, light gardening)
· Personal care (bathing, shaving, medication support, preparing a dosette box)
· Accompanying me to medical appointments
· Helping me stay in touch with family and friends
· Supporting hobbies such as dog walking, photography and sailing
· Coming with me to social events
· Assisting with physiotherapy and exercise routines
No two days are exactly the same.
Who I’m looking for
· I’m looking for someone who is:
· Honest, reliable and self-motivated
· Punctual and respectful
· Able to build a positive working relationship based on trust and good communication
· Discreet and able to maintain confidentiality
· Comfortable working in someone’s home and supporting personal care
What I offer
· Full moving and handling training and ongoing support.
· A welcoming home environment.
· Opportunities for additional training (e.g., First Aid).
· Pay at the Real Living Wage: £12.60 per hour.
· Workplace pension via NEST.
· Paid annual leave of 28 days
Hours
· Monday–Thursday: 10:00–14:30
· Friday: 10:00–14:15
· Total weekly hours: 19.75
· Includes a half-hour unpaid break at noon each day.
· I am willing to be flexible with hours.
Essential qualities
· Self-motivated and trustworthy
· Respectful of confidentiality
· Good interpersonal skills
· Needs to get PVG check.
Preferred
· Hygiene/food-handling qualification
· Driving Licence
· Enjoys dogs
· Good listener
“Please note Capability Scotland isn’t the employer we are only acting on behalf of our client. The client will be the employer.”