Personal Assistant

Please note that Capability Scotland are not the employer, but acting on behalf of our client, who is the legal employer.

Hi, my name is Sheena, and I am 40 years old. I have Myalgic Encephalomyeltis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (ME/CFS), which causes profound fatigue after very little exertion. I am looking for support with personal care including washing and dressing, meal preparation/batch cooking, and a little housework including laundry for 10 hours per week over two days.

I am looking for someone with the the following qualities:

• Friendly
• Reliable
• Empathetic
• Patient
• Open to learning
• Ideally you would have experience with disability and/or chronic illness, but this is not a requirement.

I like to chat about books, TV/music, and previously worked as a support worker/care assistant. I am interested in mental health/psychology, science/science fiction, wildlife/gardening. Sometimes I try to learn languages.

Benefits

The job is in a peaceful house with a friendly dog. It is flexible with the hours to be worked and may be arranged to fit in with other jobs/responsibilities, so an ideal job for a student or if you have other work or dependants. Free parking, tea/coffee and access to a nice garden. Training and information about ME/CFS are provided for you as necessary.  

If you think this is the job for you then please get in touch.

Females only need apply as permitted under Schedule 9, part 1 of the Equality Act 2010

If you are successful you will need to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK.

You will be asked to provide the names of two referees.

You will need to be a member of Protecting Vulnerable Group (PVG) scheme. If you are not already a member, I can advise you how to apply.

If you would like to find out more, or for help with applying then please contact Anne at Capability Scotland on 07395794168 quoting reference AMSC0625.