Job Description

We are currently recruiting for

2-3 Personal Assistants

to join our small, friendly team, supporting an adult in leading an independent and fulfilling life.

This is a

permanent role

(subject to a 6 month probationary period) offering

flexible contracted hours

- from approximately

16 hours up to 36.5 hours per candidate (pro rata)

, with additional overtime available depending on your skills, experience and availability.

Hourly rate:

13.00 per hour

Location:

Shotts area

About the role

You will be providing

trauma informed personal, emotional and domestic assistance

, enabling the person we support to live life safely and on their own terms. This includes:

Helping create a safe, predictable and calm environment Providing emotional support with patience and compassion Supporting personal care tasks (washing, dressing, prompting to use the toilet) Preparing, cooking and sharing vegan meals, helping with household tasks and shopping o Going for walks, joining leisure activities (e.g. creative interests, local theatre, beach trips, trampoline coaching) Helping with correspondence and attending appointments (doctor, dentist, hospital) We're looking for people who can communicate clearly and kindly, are flexible and adaptable, and can offer consistent, reliable support.

Who we're looking for

We value:

An understanding of trauma informed care (practical experience desirable) Patience, compassion and emotional resilience Respect for boundaries and autonomy Trustworthiness and reliability Good communication skills, including nonverbal cues Ability to work collaboratively with the individual and the wider team Creative problem solving, humour and a proactive, caring attitude Flexibility, good time management and ability to multitask

Desirable:

Driver with clean licence (not essential for all posts) Previous experience in trauma informed care or similar roles Ability to converse in simple German vocabulary Background in psychology Comfortable around dogs and cats

Training and support

We offer:

Training in Disability Equality, Moving and Assisting, Health & Safety, and impairment specific training (including an introduction to dissociation and DID) Regular support team meetings and discussions Supervision sessions with a psychologist from the CMHT

Essential requirements

PVG check References from previous employers Application form and CV explaining suitability, transferable skills and motivation for this role

Interview details

Interviews for shortlisted candidates will be held on

Monday 28th July in

Shotts.

Interested?

If you are a caring, reliable person who values independence, self-direction and trauma informed practice, we'd love to hear from you. To apply, please send your

CV

outlining your suitability and motivation for this role.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: 13.00 per hour

Expected hours: 16 - 36.5 per week

Application question(s):

Where did you hear about this position
Experience:

Care : 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:

Full UK Driving Licence (preferred)
Work Location: In person

Reference ID: JR.LD.1.25