Personal Assistant – Kelso – 3111

Company: Encompass
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Location: Kelso
Job Description:

A woman living in Kelso is seeking a kind and reliable Personal Assistant to provide support at weekends within her home.

The role involves assisting with a simple morning routine, helping her start the day comfortably and safely while promoting her independence and wellbeing.

Main Tasks & Responsibilities

  • Assist with washing and showering, ensuring dignity and respect at all times
  • Prompt and support with taking medication
  • Help with preparing breakfast
  • Provide reassurance and promote a calm, positive start to the day
  • Build a supportive and respectful working relationship

Person Specification

Personal Attributes

  • Warm, kind and sensitive to individual needs
  • Patient and friendly in approach
  • Reliable and trustworthy
  • Able to use initiative
  • Willing to take time to get to know the client and her interests

Skills & Experience

  • Experience is not essential for candidates with the right personal qualities
  • Suitable applicants should demonstrate a caring and supportive nature

Terms

  • Hours: 1 hour on Saturday and 1 hour on Sunday
  • Rate of Pay: £14.05 per hour
  • Holiday Entitlement: 5.6 weeks annual leave pro rata
  • Probationary Period: 6 months
  • Appointment: Subject to references and PVG / Disclosure Scotland check
  • All statutory employment rights apply

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Posted: June 4th, 2026