At least BA, master degree or above
Honest, calm, creative, patient and proactive
Respectful and polite manner
Be able to offer intellectual stimulation, or emotional and moral support.
Interests in subjects like Literature, Biblical theology, Philosophy, Psychology, Psychiatry, Immunology, Neuroscience, Maths, Medicine/Clinical, Nursing, Politics, Art, Law, Criminal Justice, Architecture, Herbology, Gardening, Interior design/Decor, Biological and Biomedical Sciences, etc.
Employer loves learning new things/subjects and discussing interesting topics
Non-smoker preferred.
Main tasks
Food shopping and cooking
Personal hygiene care
Maintain the house and gardens
Reading and writing emails, letters, filling forms and paying bills
Excellent communication skills with phone calls and correspondence
Social activities such as go to the gym, cinema, theatre, play house and voluntary work.
Part-time position £12.32 hourly rate 8 to 20 hours a week, (Pay rise pending)
Full-time position is available
The candidate must have a car with a valid driving licence
Sleepover shifts 8 to 10 hours paid at £11.79 per hour. (Pay rise pending)
3 months of probationary period
Monthly payment plus holiday pay and pension scheme
How to apply
Please apply as soon as possible by completing and returning an application form. For more information and an application form please download an application pack.
Application packs can be downloaded by following this link: Download DW669 application pack April 2025 or by email pajobs@lothiancil.org.uk and quote reference DW669.