I have a vacancy for a 7 hours per week, contracted Personal Assistant (PA) to support me as part of my PA team. The role will involve supporting me with personal care tasks that help me to maintain my health and be a part of my community. There is a Genuine Occupational Requirement for male applicants due to the personal care involved with this role.
The following shifts are available in Penicuik and can be taken by one, or split up between several, applicants:
- Tuesday 08:00-08:30
- Thursday 07:00-07:30; 20:00-20:30
- Friday 17:30-18:15
- Saturday 17:30-18:00
- Sunday 17:30-18:00
The following shift is available in Penicuik, or Shawfair:
- Tuesday 16:45-20:30
There will be additional opportunities to cover staff holidays and sickness.
Please see the job description in the application pack for more details.
The hourly rate of pay is £13.07 per hour subject to increase in the new financial year.
The post holder
An ideal post-holder would be someone who is compassionate, friendly, calm and patient with a good sense of humour. There is a Genuine Occupational Requirement for male applicants due to the personal care involved with this role.
Driver – desirable but not essential.
First aid and moving and handling qualifications are desirable but not essential, as training will be provided. Passing these qualifications is mandatory.
Would be required to have a PVG membership suitable for working with Vulnerable Adults or be willing to join the scheme. This is a legal requirement as the position is a regulated role.
How to apply
For a job description and application form, please download an application pack and clearly state the shifts applied for: Download JB WN ML ap pack april 2026
Apply as soon as possible by completing and returning an application form or emailing your CV and covering letter to pajobs@lothiancil.org.uk and remember to quote reference JB WN ML.
If sending in a CV, please remember to read the job description first before applying.