Personal Assistant/Support Worker - Galashiels - 2058
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Position Overview & Specifications
I am a gentleman who lives in Galashiels with my wife. I’m looking for a PA(s) to help with double ups 4 times per day to transfer me due to poor mobility and unsteadiness. Working every alternate weekend; starting from Saturday the 13th and Sunday 14th May. Ideally willing to cover holidays/sickness when needed.
Main tasks and responsibilities
· Assist with transfer to commode/continence care
· Assist with strip wash, drying ,dressing, oral care
· Assist with dressing and putting on footwear
· Assist with toileting
· Assist with getting ready for bed time/transfer into bed
Personal attributes
· Experience in moving and handling
· Kind and caring
· Patient and friendly
· Practical and a good communicator
· Trustworthy and reliable
Hours of work (Flexible)
· Alternate Saturday & Sundays;
Morning – 8.00am till 9.00am for 1 hour
Lunchtime - around 12.15pm till 2.00pm for 1 hour 45
Teatime - around 5.00pm till 5.30pm for 30 minutes
Bedtime - around 8.30pm till 9.30pm for 1 hour
Times can be discussed with suitable candidates
The terms
· £14.00 to £16.00 per hour depending on experience
· Mileage negotiable
· 5.6 weeks annual leave on a pro rata basis
· PVG/References required
Job Type: Part-time
Salary: £14.00-£16.00 per hour
Physical setting:
- Homecare
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 12/06/2023
Reference ID: 2058
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
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Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
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Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Personal Assistant/Support Worker - Galashiels - 2058 roles across Encompass's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Enterprise Software & Network Solutions.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £14 - £16 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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