Sessional Personal Assistant - Care at Home

Position Overview

This role is for a Sessional Personal Assistant based in the Mid & Upper Nithsdale areas including Thornhill, Closeburn, Penpont, Sanquhar, and Kelloholm. The position offers sessional contracts with multiple shift patterns available, including evenings and weekends. The role focuses on supporting individuals with care needs to help them achieve personal goals and improve their quality of life.

Job Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and support to individuals based on their specific needs.
• Assist with daily activities such as meal preparation and administering medications.
• Offer moving and handling support with full training provided.
• Use positive behavioral support techniques while helping individuals expand their social interactions.
• Adapt communication styles to build meaningful relationships with those supported.
• Work individually and collaboratively within a team to meet personal support plans and celebrate achievements.

Candidate Requirements

• Strong commitment and dedication to supporting people to live full, inclusive lives.
• The flexibility to work various shifts including evenings and weekends.
• No previous care experience is necessary; recruitment is based on values and transferable skills.
• Ability to adjust communication for effective engagement with diverse individuals.
• Positive mindset and adaptability to support individuals in line with their goals and outcomes.

Development and Benefits

• Comprehensive training programs including person-centred planning, autism introduction, epilepsy awareness, moving and handling, adult and child protection, first aid, and positive behaviour support.
• Health cash plans covering a range of healthcare costs.
• Employee Assistance Program for wellbeing support.
• Cycle to Work Scheme and Season Ticket Loans available (terms and conditions apply).

Additional Information

The successful candidate must register with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) within three months of employment commencement. Enable is committed to equal opportunities, with recruitment based on values, skills, and competencies. The hourly wage is £13.45, and the application deadline is 1st September 2026.