Personal Assistant - Social Care - REF: MKI /SF - 26 (GCIL South Lanarkshire)
| Company: | GCIL South Lanarkshire |
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| Salary: | from £14.45 an hour |
| Hours: | Part-time |
| Location: | G72 7AD |
| Working pattern: | On-site |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 12 Nov 2026 |
| Closing date: | 12 Dec 2026 |
Summary
Personal Care Assistant/Support Worker required to support a 12-year-old child with autism and learning disabilities living in the Cambuslang area.
The successful candidate will provide one-to-one care and support within the child’s home environment.
Key responsibilities include:
● Supporting play-based activities that help develop fine motor skills
● Supporting the development of communication skills so the child can express needs, preferences and feelings more effectively, particularly during times of distress or emotional dysregulation
● Providing support with other daily living activities that promote independence
Applicants should be proactive, creative and committed to providing person-centred support, encouraging participation in activities that are appropriate to the child’s needs and interests.
The child particularly enjoys listening to stories, messy play, watching ScotRail YouTube videos and engaging in sensory activities.
Previous experience in a similar role would be beneficial; however, full training will be provided.
The most important qualities are a warm, friendly and reliable nature, together with a genuine interest in working in a caring and supportive role.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential.
Hours of Work (with a degree of flexibility)
We are recruiting for one position.
6 hours per week
Days and times:
Shifts are set at agreed times.
Typical shifts are Saturday, 10.00 am–1.00 pm, and Sunday, 10.00 am–1.00 pm.
Hourly rate:
£14.45 per hour
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To apply please email your CV together with reference MKI/SF – 26 to parSL@gcil.org.uk.
NOTES TO CANDIDATES
If selected for the next stage of the recruitment process, you will be contacted directly to arrange the next steps.
If you are successfully hired; you will be employed directly by a Private Employer on a PAYE basis and will be entitled to all statutory rights as set out by Employment Law such as paid holidays and statutory sick pay (where eligible).
Please note: This job is advertised by GCIL South Lanarkshire on behalf of a Personal Employer, we are not the employer or an employment/recruitment agency. Our role is to assist with the recruitment process and Employer’s responsibilities.
GCIL South Lanarkshire is a Self-Directed Support service based in South Lanarkshire, providing information and assistance to enable all eligible people to explore the 4 options for independent living outlined in the Self-Directed Support Act, now in force. GCIL South Lanarkshire is part of Glasgow Centre for Inclusive Living (GCIL), which is an established Disabled People's Organisation, with many years of experience assisting people to maximise their preferred support needs.
For more information please contact:
GCIL South Lanarkshire
Brandon Gate, 1 Leechlee Road, Hamilton, ML3 0XB
Tel: 01698 892 372
Essential requirements
Previous experience in a similar role would be beneficial; however, full training will be provided. The most important qualities are a warm, friendly and reliable nature, together with a genuine interest in working in a caring and supportive role. Strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential.