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Personal Assistant Wanted - Castle Douglas
Castle Douglas
12.60 per hour
Permanent, Female Only, Part-Time
8.5
Closing Date: 26 September 2025
"Please note that Capability Scotland are not the employer, but acting on behalf of our client, who is the legal employer"
Hello, my name is Lorraine and I am a 54-year-old woman living in the lovely town of Castle Douglas. Due to ongoing health conditions, I'm looking to recruit a kind and reliable female personal assistant to support me at home and help me live as independently as possible.
I have a number of medical conditions including Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy (RSD), Fibromyalgia, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, COPD, Type 2 Diabetes, Sarcoidosis, and Arthritis. Because of these, I need assistance with some daily tasks.
Support Required:
Hair washing
Getting dressed
Showering
Applying creams
Light household tasks
Please note: This is a female-only position, as permitted under Schedule 9, Part 1 of the Equality Act 2010.
About Me:
I'm creative and love arts and crafts - especially diamond art! I also enjoy watching rally racing and listening to music. It would be wonderful to find someone who shares similar interests, or is simply open and friendly.
I'm Looking for Someone Who Is:
Friendly and easy to get along with
Honest and trustworthy
Reliable and consistent
Empathetic and understanding
Flexible with their time
Hours & Pay:
8.5 hours per week
Morning shifts: Monday to Friday, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Evening shifts: Two nights a week, approx. 30 minutes around 8:00pm
12.60/hour
5.6 weeks pro-rata paid annual leave
A valid PVG is required
If you think this sounds like the right fit for you, I'd love to hear from you. When applying, please quote the reference SCLW2025.
Personal Assistant Wanted - Castle Douglas
How to apply
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