Job Description

Hi, my name is Sheena, and I am 40 years old. I have Myalgic Encephalomyeltis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (ME/CFS), which causes profound fatigue after very little exertion. I am looking for support with personal care including washing and dressing, meal preparation/batch cooking, and a little housework including laundry for 10 hours per week over two days, starting mid July.

I am looking for someone with the the following qualities:
Friendly
Reliable
Empathetic
Patient
Open to learning
Ideally you would have experience with disability and/or chronic illness, but this is not a requirement.

I like to chat about books, TV/music, and am interested in mental health/psychology, science/science fiction, wildlife/gardening.

Benefits
The job is in a peaceful house with a friendly dog. It is flexible with the hours to be worked and may be arranged to fit in with other responsibilities, so an ideal job for a student or if you have other work or dependants. Free parking, tea/coffee and access to a nice garden. Training and information about ME/CFS are provided for you as necessary.

Females only need apply as permitted under Schedule 9, part 1 of the Equality Act 2010

If you are successful you will need to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK.

You will be asked to provide the names of two referees.

You will need to be a member of Protecting Vulnerable Group (PVG) scheme. If you are not already a member, I can advise you how to apply.

If you would like to find out more, or for help with applying then please contact Anne at Capability Scotland on 07395794168 quoting reference AMSC0625.

https://www.capability.scot/careers/dumfries-galloway-personal-assistants/1284-personal-assistant

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From 12.60 per hour

Benefits:

Casual dress Flexitime Free parking On-site parking
Physical Setting:

Homecare
Shift:

Day shift
Ability to commute/relocate:

Annan: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Language:

English (required)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 12/07/2025
Reference ID: Please contact Anne at Capability Scotland on 07395794168 quoting reference AMSC0625.