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Care Opportunity: Make a Difference in Someone's Life, £12.87/hr, Edinburgh/Stockbridge area
| Posting date: | 30 April 2025 |
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| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 30 May 2025 |
| Location: | Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Lothian Centre for Inclusive Living |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | SB IMC |
Summary
About the Role:
You'll be supporting Steven, a former chartered accountant with a rich life experience, who was diagnosed with secondary progressive MS. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a real difference in someone's life while working in a pleasant environment.
Hours and rate of pay:
• Hours: Up to 36 hours per week (flexible schedules available)
• Rate of pay: £12.87 per hour
Key Responsibilities:
• Assist with daily activities such as personal care, cleaning, shopping, and cooking
• Help with wheelchair mobility and exercise routines
• Provide companionship and engage in stimulating conversations
• Light administrative tasks
The Ideal Candidate:
Experience in caregiving is not essential – we value a positive attitude and willingness to learn above all (full training provided). As Steven says, "Yesterday is history, tomorrow is a mystery, today is a gift, that is why it is called the present, so live today“.
A calm and practical approach to caregiving as well as puntuality and reliability are essential.
Benefits:
• Flexible working hours
• Opportunity to work in a central Edinburgh location
• Chance to learn about alternative therapies and specialized diets
• Work alongside a supportive family network
• Potential to split hours with another carer if desired
If you're ready to make a meaningful impact and enjoy a varied, rewarding role, we'd love to hear from you!
How to apply:
To download an application pack please click on the link provided to visit LCIL website, or call our recruitment line on 0131 475 2558 quoting the job reference SB IMC.
Applications by CV are also accepted. Email a CV (and covering letter) including reference number SB IMC to pajobs@lothiancil.org.uk
Please apply as soon as possible
Please note Lothian Centre for Inclusive Living (LCIL) provides support to in-dividual disabled employers. LCIL is not the employer and only provides the recruitment and administrative support to the individual employer.
You'll be supporting Steven, a former chartered accountant with a rich life experience, who was diagnosed with secondary progressive MS. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a real difference in someone's life while working in a pleasant environment.
Hours and rate of pay:
• Hours: Up to 36 hours per week (flexible schedules available)
• Rate of pay: £12.87 per hour
Key Responsibilities:
• Assist with daily activities such as personal care, cleaning, shopping, and cooking
• Help with wheelchair mobility and exercise routines
• Provide companionship and engage in stimulating conversations
• Light administrative tasks
The Ideal Candidate:
Experience in caregiving is not essential – we value a positive attitude and willingness to learn above all (full training provided). As Steven says, "Yesterday is history, tomorrow is a mystery, today is a gift, that is why it is called the present, so live today“.
A calm and practical approach to caregiving as well as puntuality and reliability are essential.
Benefits:
• Flexible working hours
• Opportunity to work in a central Edinburgh location
• Chance to learn about alternative therapies and specialized diets
• Work alongside a supportive family network
• Potential to split hours with another carer if desired
If you're ready to make a meaningful impact and enjoy a varied, rewarding role, we'd love to hear from you!
How to apply:
To download an application pack please click on the link provided to visit LCIL website, or call our recruitment line on 0131 475 2558 quoting the job reference SB IMC.
Applications by CV are also accepted. Email a CV (and covering letter) including reference number SB IMC to pajobs@lothiancil.org.uk
Please apply as soon as possible
Please note Lothian Centre for Inclusive Living (LCIL) provides support to in-dividual disabled employers. LCIL is not the employer and only provides the recruitment and administrative support to the individual employer.