Ref: AM RB MLC – Personal Assistant for young girl with Cerebral Palsy – Gorebridge, Midlothian
| Posting date: | 15 January 2026 |
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| Salary: | £13.07 per hour |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 14 February 2026 |
| Location: | Gorebridge, Midlothian |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Lothian Centre for Inclusive Living |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | AM RB MLC |
Summary
We are looking for a personal assistant for a 5 year old girl with cerebral palsy to help her get ready for school in the mornings with the potential for weekend hours too.
She is nonverbal, non-mobile, and uses a JEG feeding tube which all medication and fluids/milk is administrated down. Training for this will be provided.
She’s a very happy girl who likes being outdoors, singing songs and playing with her switch toys which she controls with her head and hands.
Kindness, reliability, a positive, flexible attitude and clear communication are key qualities for this role. A good sense of humour and a caring attitude will also help you connect and make a real difference while supporting a fun and happy child.
The rate of pay is £13.07 per hour, working 7-8am on weekdays with extra weekend hours available
It is essential that the postholder be a member of the protection of vulnerable groups (PVG) scheme or willing to join.
She is nonverbal, non-mobile, and uses a JEG feeding tube which all medication and fluids/milk is administrated down. Training for this will be provided.
She’s a very happy girl who likes being outdoors, singing songs and playing with her switch toys which she controls with her head and hands.
Kindness, reliability, a positive, flexible attitude and clear communication are key qualities for this role. A good sense of humour and a caring attitude will also help you connect and make a real difference while supporting a fun and happy child.
The rate of pay is £13.07 per hour, working 7-8am on weekdays with extra weekend hours available
It is essential that the postholder be a member of the protection of vulnerable groups (PVG) scheme or willing to join.