Working pattern: Part-time – 12 hours a week
Closing date: Open
Rate of pay: £13.50 per hour
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Brief description of support work
Housekeeping and companionship to a gentleman in his early 60s with young onset dementia. Primarily the role is to support the gentleman with socialisation, including walks, excursions, conversation and games. Two hours of the week include house cleaning, including assisting the gentleman to be included. Some meal preparation.
He lives with his wife, who works full-time and who would be your employer.
The property is near the city centre, and free parking is available if required.
Hours and rate of pay
Currently 10-12 hours a week at £13.50 per hour, with potential to increase hours over time. Available for (Edinburgh school) term-time only if required.
Days and hours ideally Monday morning, Wednesday afternoon and Thursday afternoon. Some Saturday working if possible. Flexibility may be possible for the right candidate.
Person specification
A man or woman of any age, who has some basic experience of care to an adult. Some experience of young onset dementia is an advantage, and we are looking for someone with a flexible and relaxed approach, good sense of humour, and capable of helping the gentleman in a wide range of activities – both physical (e.g. inside and outside – gym, walking, swimming etc … ) and social / mental (e.g. conversation, films, games, music – he is a keen singer and violinist, integration into local groups and enabling him to stay connected to current friends).
This role is likely to develop depending on the successful candidate’s skills and interests as well as the relationship that is established. As this is a progressive disease, a willingness to establish a long-term relationship is preferable, and additional hours over time will reflect this.
No formal qualifications are required. A driving license is not necessary, but if the successful candidate is prepared to drive for excursions, all (pre-arranged) expenses would be met.
Applicants should be a member of the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme or be willing to join, and necessary costs will be met by the employer.
How to apply
To download an application pack please click Application pack SM CG 2026 or call our recruitment line on 0131 475 2558 quoting job reference SM CG.
Please note Lothian Centre for Inclusive Living (LCIL) provides support to individual disabled employers. LCIL is not the employer and only provides the recruitment and administrative support to the individual employer