Personal Assistant / Support Worker
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 03 Chwefror 2026 |
|---|---|
| Oriau: | Rhan Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 05 Mawrth 2026 |
| Lleoliad: | Dalry, North Ayrshire |
| Gweithio o bell: | Ar y safle yn unig |
| Cwmni: | Ayrshire Independent Living Network (AILN) |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | Ref: 10/Dalry/JL |
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Personal Assistant / Support Worker (P/T)
Hours: 10 hrs per week (40hrs in a 4 week period)
Days / Hours: Days / hours – Flexible to be discussed at interview (may include weekend work)
R.O.P: £13.73 per hr
Duties:
Personal Assistant / Support Worker (P/T) required to provide support and companionship to a young woman who lives with Autism. She stays with her family in the Dalry area
Confidentiality is of utmost importance.
Social Support
You will provide support, encouragement and companionship to assist her to access the local community including going bowling, to the cinema and going out for coffee / lunches etc.
She has a developing interest in acting and drama and you may assist her to attend Drama Classes at CentreStage in Kilmarnock. She also enjoys TV dramas and soaps.
She has a love for animals and is exploring a volunteering opportunity with animals which you may be required to support her with, therefore applicants must also be animal lovers, especially cats.
She who would also enjoy spending time at home doing her hair, make up and nails
Life Skills
It is hoped that going forward you will support her with life skills including shopping, budgeting, meal preparation and cooking.
Qualities
The family are looking for applicants who are young at heart, friendly, have a cheery personality and are easygoing. You must be calm and supportive with the ability to be proactive and encourage in a positive way. It is very important that you are reliable and trustworthy, with good communication skills.
It would be beneficial if applicants have similar interests so you can have conversation about her interests and hobbies.
You must also have a good knowledge of Social Media.
Training
You may be required to oversee medication, including prompting and record keeping, therefore Medication Training is required (this can be sourced / provided by the employer)
Experience Required
Experience of supporting young adults with Autism preferred. You must also have a good understanding of anxiety and the ability to recognize / provide support with its symptoms.
You must be a driver, with current drivers licence, use of own car and business insurance. (Wage rate incorporates travel allowance however mileage costs will be covered by the employer if traveling any distance for work related purposes).
The successful applicants will have to undergo a new PVG Disclosure (or update), at the employer’s expense and supply 2 reference contacts prior to appointment and undergo relevant training.
There is a 6-month probationary period attached to these posts with 1 weeks’ notice within that time if the post does not work out.
To apply please email your CV to jennifer@ailn.org quoting Ref: 10/Dalry/JL
Alternatively, please contact Jennifer Lee on 01294 475686 for an application form to be returned to:
Ayrshire Independent Living Network
The Michael Lynch Centre
71 Princes Street
Ardrossan
KA22 8DG
***Please note that AILN are not the employers, AILN are a Self-Directed Support Charity that offer a support, payroll & mailbox service on behalf of Individual Employers***
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