Our Personal Assistants support people to lead full, active, and socially connected lives, helping them achieve what matters most to them.
Applicants should have, or be willing to work towards, a qualification meeting the standards required for registration with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC).
We are looking for female* Personal Assistants to support a young gentleman at his home in Thornton, Fife.
Various hours per week are considered, and this can be flexible. A driving licence is essential for this post.
Experience working with individuals with neurological conditions is desirable but not essential.
*Exemption under Equality Act 2010
About this opportunity
He says:
"I currently have a vacancy for Female* Personal Assistants to support me at my new home. I am a young man with Friedreich's ataxia, a degenerative condition. I need confident, outgoing individuals who are keen to get involved and encourage my independence. Being a confident driver is a must, as I enjoy visiting Edinburgh/Glasgow and hope to travel further in the future. I require full flexibility for this role.
I have interests including football, politics (left wing/independence), and current affairs. I want to build on my daily living skills and enjoy activities with my support hours, embracing what life offers. I am open to new activity suggestions. I also need support with personal care."
You will need good communication and social skills to work effectively with my family and small team. We seek someone warm, friendly, professional, and proactive.
Are you flexible, responsive, and ready to support someone in living independently? Do you want to make a difference and help build friendships and community connections?
Interested in an informal chat? Please contact us.
We support your professional development with sector-leading training and opportunities to achieve SVQ level 3 in Health & Social Care.
Employee Benefits
* Salary: From 1st April 2025, starting at £12.60/hr (£25,552 FTE), rising to £12.90/hr (£26,161 FTE).
* Training (paid): In person-centred practice, leadership, IT, and bespoke courses.
* SSSC registration paid for by Thistle.
* Support to achieve SVQ Level 3.
* Regular team meetings and coaching.
* Contributory pension scheme.
* Non-contributory death in service benefit.
* 30 days annual leave, increasing to 35 with tenure.
* Free gym membership.
* HSF Health Plan membership.
* Refer a Friend scheme: £250 bonus.
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