Personal Assistant – Clovenfords (near Galashiels) – 3000

Company: Encompass
Apply for the Personal Assistant – Clovenfords (near Galashiels) – 3000
Location: Clovenfords
Job Description:

I’m a 29‑year‑old individual with cerebral palsy who uses a wheelchair and requires a caregiver/driver to assist with daily care, outings, and transportation.

Shift times

Tuesdays 5 pm–9 pm, Wednesdays 9 am–12/1 pm, Thursdays 5 pm–9 pm, and Fridays 9 am–5 pm, 5 pm–9 pm, and a sleepover shift 9 pm–9 am.

Rates of pay and entitlements

£14.35 per hour for daytime shifts; £11.44 per hour for sleepover shifts.

5.6 weeks of annual leave calculated pro‑rata.

Summary of role

  • Activities and social inclusion – clubs, outings, events, and visits with family and friends.
  • Supportive care – personal care, eating and drinking assistance, and meal preparation.
  • Home activities – reading, art, music, walks, games, creative and reflective practice, and professional/personal development.
  • Therapies – physio, hydrotherapy, and speech therapy support.
  • Moving and handling – use of a hoist.
  • Hygiene – everyday household tasks and equipment cleaning.
  • Communication – keeping team notes, attending team meetings, and communicating with family.
  • Medication – assisting with medication and liaising with health‑care professionals.

Candidate requirements

  • Good standard of education.
  • Clean driving licence.
  • Reliable, calm, kind, physically fit, and fun.
  • Subject to satisfactory PVG checks.
  • Probationary period of six months.
  • Female‑only position under Schedule 9, Part 1 of the Equalities Act 2010.

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Posted: June 1st, 2026