Personal Assistants Required – East Renfrewshire
Location: Barrhead
Salary/Hourly Rate: £14.50
Contract: Permanent
Description:
We are looking for a fun, energetic and adventurous Personal Assistant to support a young person to access and enjoy community activities. Initially, the Personal Assistant will spend time at home getting to know the young person and building a positive relationship before supporting them in the community. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys being active and is happy to take part in a variety of play and leisure activities. The Personal Assistant will also be required to provide support with personal care, ensuring privacy, dignity and comfort are always respected. Depending on the activity and support required, the young person may be supported on either 1:1.
Description of the supported person:
The young person is autistic and non-verbal with significant sensory needs and requires full support with personal care and daily activities. He takes time to build trust with new people but once he feels comfortable, he is very loving and enjoys spending 1:1 time with a supportive adult. He particularly enjoys being outdoors and exploring, running, swinging on swings, bouncing, swimming and engaging in sensory play.
Main duties:
- Support the young person to take part in community activities and clubs.
- Ensure the young person’s safety and wellbeing at all times while out in the community
- Provide support with personal care when required, ensuring dignity, respect and privacy are maintained at all times.
- Communicate effectively with parents regarding activities, progress and any concerns.
The ideal candidate:
Understanding and awareness of autism (previous experience desired)
Driver with own vehicle
Patient & Caring
Fun & Outgoing
Requirements:
- PVG check (or willingness to apply)
- Right to work in the UK
Details:
Location: Barrhead (East Renfrewshire)
Hours: Weeknight (flexible) and Saturday (10 hours to be mutually agreed)
Pay: £14.50 p/h
If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you.
How to apply:
Please apply by sending your CV to admin@sdsforumer.org by the closing date of 31st March 2026.