Job Description
Personal Assistant/Support Worker – 08/Ayr/MK 13/04/2026 Personal Employer Ayr
Job Title: Personal Assistant (Support Worker)
Location: Ayr
Hours: 6 hours per week
Rate of Pay: £13.45 per hour
Job Overview
We are looking for a kind, reliable, and patient Personal Assistant to provide support to a lady in her late 50s who has a mild learning disability and some physical health issues. The role involves assisting with both personal and non personal care, as well as providing social support to help her maintain independence and participate in activities she enjoys.
Key Responsibilities Personal Care Support
- Assisting with showering, hair care, and nail care
- Providing support with dressing (if required)
- Offering reminders to bathe and shower
Household & Daily Living Support
- Helping with shopping and budgeting
- Assisting with cooking and meal preparation
- Supporting with light household tasks such as laundry and cleaning
Social & Community Support
- Encouraging and assisting with getting out and about in the community
- Supporting participation in social activities and hobbies
Ideal Candidate
We are looking for someone who is patient, caring, and respectful, reliable and trustworthy, willing to learn and take guidance, comfortable working in a home environment, and motivated to support someone to live a full and meaningful life. A positive attitude and a genuine desire to help others are more important than previous experience.
Two up to date reference contacts are required, one of which must be from a present or previous employer. In addition, a new PVG enhanced disclosure will be required prior to appointment (disclosure cost to be met by the employer).
Probationary Period
Probationary period attached, 6 months to this post. During this period, either party can end the employment by giving the other one week’s notice.
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