Self Employed Personal Assistant - Social Care RC/AW-26


Company:	GCIL South Lanarkshire
Salary:	from £22 an hour
Hours:	Part-time
Location:	South Lanarkshire
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Contract
Posting date:	7 Oct 2026
Closing date:	6 Nov 2026

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Summary

We are seeking a friendly, reliable and patient self-employed female Personal Assistant to support a young woman attending Glasgow Caledonian University studying her Master’s in Human Resources (HR). This role combines practical study assistance with personal care, enabling her to participate fully in university sessions and use her study time effectively.

Key responsibilities

• Take clear, accurate notes during university sessions.

• Type, organise and maintain study notes and materials.

• Provide practical assistance with research and assignments.

• Provide personal care support while at university.

• Offer consistent, dependable support throughout the agreed hours.

About you

You will be friendly, reliable and patient, with a respectful, person-centred approach. You will also have:

• Excellent communication skills.

• Good organisational skills.

• Confidence using IT, including Microsoft Office and Microsoft Teams.

• The ability to assist with note-taking, research and the organisation of assignments.

• Current PVG Scheme membership for regulated work with adults.

Self-employed requirements

This role is offered on a self-employed basis. The successful applicant will be responsible for:

• Registering with HM Revenue & Customs as self-employed.

• Maintaining appropriate insurance, including public liability cover and any other cover relevant to the services provided.

• Submitting invoices for all support provided.

Hours and pay

Hours: Every Tuesday, 11.00 am–6.00 pm. The first semester ends on 1 December 2026; dates for future semesters will be confirmed when available.

Rate: £22 per hour, on a self-employed basis.

Location: Glasgow Caledonian University.

Female applicants only: As the role involves providing personal care, being female is an occupational requirement under Schedule 9, Part 1 of the Equality Act 2010.

How to apply

To apply, please send a CV and covering letter to ParSL@gcil.org.uk and quoting RC/AW - 26

If you are selected for the next stage, a member of the GCIL Team will be in touch to arrange the next steps.

If you are successful, you will be engaged on a self-employed basis. As part of this role, you will be required to provide evidence of the following:

• Public Liability Insurance

• Membership of the Disclosure Scotland PVG Scheme

• A valid Driving Licence and appropriate Car Insurance (where applicable)

You will also be responsible for submitting invoices for work completed, which must include your payment details.

Please note: This job is advertised by GCIL South Lanarkshire on behalf of Self-Directed Support recipient. We are not the employer and do not act as an employment or recruitment agency.

GCIL South Lanarkshire is a Self-Directed Support service based in South Lanarkshire. We provide information and assistance to help eligible individuals explore the four options for independent living outlined in the Self-Directed Support (Scotland) Act. GCIL South Lanarkshire is part of the Glasgow Centre for Inclusive Living (GCIL), an established Disabled People’s Organisation with extensive experience supporting individuals to achieve their preferred support arrangements.

For more information, please contact:

GCIL South Lanarkshire

Brandon Gate, 1 Leechlee Road, Hamilton, ML3 0XB

Tel: 01698 892 372

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