Female Personal Assistant - Social Care - MC/AW - 26
| Posting date: | 28 April 2026 |
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| Salary: | £13.45 per hour |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 28 May 2026 |
| Location: | ML1 |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | GCIL North Lanarkshire |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | MC/AW - 26 |
Summary
Mary is a warm, sociable, and chatty young woman who thrives on friendly, relaxed interactions. She values being listened to, included, and treated as an equal. She enjoys simple, calming activities such as colouring, watching makeup and hair tutorials, and spending quality time with her family. Mary is happiest in familiar, comfortable environments and enjoys a calm home routine while still taking part in community groups. Mary also enjoys attending her Tea Dance Group as she loves to dance, have a cup of tea and spend time with others. Mary also enjoys listening to music; she loves everything from 70’s classics to Oasis.
About Mary
Mary has a learning disability and requires support with her physical health, so she would benefit from someone who can support her to manage this day to day.
About the Role
You will provide 1:1 support to help Mary:
• Support Mary with staying active, well, and socially connected
• Access activities she enjoys within the community
• Offering gentle encouragement, helping her manage day to day needs (such as food choices and general wellbeing)
• Create a positive, inclusive, and supportive environment
What I need From You
You will be someone who is:
• Warm, patient, supportive, and understanding
• Chatty and sociable, with a natural, relaxed approach
• A good listener who values open communication
• Happy to share interests in music, beauty videos, or similar hobbies
• Comfortable providing companionship in both home and community settings
Experience supporting individuals with learning disabilities and an understanding of safeguarding would be preferable.
What’s On Offer
• A rewarding role making a genuine difference
• Ongoing support and guidance
• Full training would be provided, including First Aid
• The chance to work closely with one individual and build a meaningful connection
Hours
15 hours per week on a fixed term contract (Maternity Leave Cover until 1st March 2027)
Monday: 10:00 am – 3:00pm
Tuesday: 10:00 am – 3:00pm
Thursday: 12:00pm – 5:00pm
Hourly Rate:
£13.45 per hour
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Notes to candidates:
If you are selected for the next stage of the recruitment process a member of GCIL (North Lanarkshire) Team will be in touch to arrange the next steps.
If you are successfully hired; you will be employed directly by a Private Employer on a PAYE basis and will be entitled to all statutory rights as set out by Employment Law, such as paid holidays and statutory sick pay (where eligible).
Please note: This job is advertised by GCIL (North Lanarkshire) on behalf of a Personal Employer, we are not the employer or an employment/recruitment agency. Our role is to assist with the recruitment process and Employer’s responsibilities.
GCIL (North Lanarkshire) is a Self-Directed Support service based in South Lanarkshire, providing information and assistance to enable all eligible people to explore the 4 options for independent living outlined in the Self-Directed Support Act, now in force.
GCIL (North Lanarkshire) is part of Glasgow Centre for Inclusive Living (GCIL), which is an established Disabled People's Organisation, with many years of experience assisting people to maximise their preferred support needs.
For more information please contact:
GCIL (North Lanarkshire)
Brandon Gate, 1 Leechlee Road, Hamilton, ML3 0XB
Tel: 01698 537 472
About Mary
Mary has a learning disability and requires support with her physical health, so she would benefit from someone who can support her to manage this day to day.
About the Role
You will provide 1:1 support to help Mary:
• Support Mary with staying active, well, and socially connected
• Access activities she enjoys within the community
• Offering gentle encouragement, helping her manage day to day needs (such as food choices and general wellbeing)
• Create a positive, inclusive, and supportive environment
What I need From You
You will be someone who is:
• Warm, patient, supportive, and understanding
• Chatty and sociable, with a natural, relaxed approach
• A good listener who values open communication
• Happy to share interests in music, beauty videos, or similar hobbies
• Comfortable providing companionship in both home and community settings
Experience supporting individuals with learning disabilities and an understanding of safeguarding would be preferable.
What’s On Offer
• A rewarding role making a genuine difference
• Ongoing support and guidance
• Full training would be provided, including First Aid
• The chance to work closely with one individual and build a meaningful connection
Hours
15 hours per week on a fixed term contract (Maternity Leave Cover until 1st March 2027)
Monday: 10:00 am – 3:00pm
Tuesday: 10:00 am – 3:00pm
Thursday: 12:00pm – 5:00pm
Hourly Rate:
£13.45 per hour
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Notes to candidates:
If you are selected for the next stage of the recruitment process a member of GCIL (North Lanarkshire) Team will be in touch to arrange the next steps.
If you are successfully hired; you will be employed directly by a Private Employer on a PAYE basis and will be entitled to all statutory rights as set out by Employment Law, such as paid holidays and statutory sick pay (where eligible).
Please note: This job is advertised by GCIL (North Lanarkshire) on behalf of a Personal Employer, we are not the employer or an employment/recruitment agency. Our role is to assist with the recruitment process and Employer’s responsibilities.
GCIL (North Lanarkshire) is a Self-Directed Support service based in South Lanarkshire, providing information and assistance to enable all eligible people to explore the 4 options for independent living outlined in the Self-Directed Support Act, now in force.
GCIL (North Lanarkshire) is part of Glasgow Centre for Inclusive Living (GCIL), which is an established Disabled People's Organisation, with many years of experience assisting people to maximise their preferred support needs.
For more information please contact:
GCIL (North Lanarkshire)
Brandon Gate, 1 Leechlee Road, Hamilton, ML3 0XB
Tel: 01698 537 472