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Dear Applicant 

Re: Job Ref LW CK ED

Please find enclosed job description and application form for the post with the above job reference.

Lothian Centre for Inclusive Living is only passing this information on to you on behalf of an individual employer. If you are short-listed you will be contacted by our client. 

If you do not hear from them within four weeks from you submitting your application, you can presume that you have been unsuccessful. Unfortunately we are unable to write to those who have not been short-listed for interview. 

Thank you for applying for the job and good luck with your application!

Yours faithfully

Admin Support
Independent Living Team

Job Ref: LW CK ED, Part time female (GOR*) personal assistant required (15.75hrs) Northwest Edinburgh.
I am seeking a compassionate, reliable, and caring Personal Assistant (PA) to support me with complex medical needs.
About Me:
•	I live independently in my own home, with family visiting regularly. Due to chronic pain, fatigue, and reduced mobility, I sometimes find everyday tasks difficult or impossible to manage alone. I am looking for a PA who will support me at my own pace, respect my dignity, and help me maintain as much independence as possible.

•	I am an easy-going, relaxed, and caring person. I enjoy getting out when I feel able, although I can experience anxiety around this. Having the support of a PA would help me feel more confident and comfortable going out.

•	I drive and have a car, and I would like my PA to accompany me on outings.

•	I enjoy going out in nature and on short walks, for example, a visit to the botanical gardens. I use a powered wheelchair when out and about and have a hoist in my car. 

•	I share my home with a dog and a cat, so it is important that you are comfortable around animals.

The role
The goal of this role is to empower me to live a fulfilling and comfortable life while receiving the care and support I need.

The role includes:
•	Assistance with personal care, including bathing, dressing, and grooming (when required)
•	Mobility support, including assistance in and out of my wheelchair
•	Support with meal preparation (e.g., chopping fruit and vegetables)
•	Assistance with light household tasks such as changing bedding, hoovering and cleaning the bathroom
•	Prompting to take medication when required
•	Emotional support and companionship
•	Accompanying me to hospital appointments and support with communication if needed
•	Accompanying me to shops and assist with carrying items
•	Being flexible and responsive to changing daily needs

About you:
You are:
•	Experienced in a care role, ideally supporting individuals with disabilities, chronic pain, or fatigue
•	Compassionate, patient, empathetic, and positive in attitude
•	Reliable, trustworthy, and professional
•	Able to follow guidance, however, also be intuitive to my changing needs and when required be able to use your own initiative to support me.

If you think you will be a good fit for this role, I would love to hear from you.

Applicants will need a PVG membership or be willing to join.

Application Form for Job Reference LW CK ED

Please complete the following application form as accurately and in as much detail as possible.  Shortlisting for interview will be based on the information you supply on the application form read in conjunction with the job description.
Please do not send in the job description or covering letter when returning the application form.  If you require more room please use a separate piece of paper with the job reference and your name on it.  If completing electronically press tab whilst the final cell in a table is selected to insert a new row.
Personal Details
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Declaration
I agree that the information I have supplied in this application form is true and accurate to the best of my knowledge.  I understand that any deliberate falsification on my part will be viewed as gross misconduct and may lead to my dismissal without notice.
Signature of applicant: ____________________ Date: ________
(Please leave the signature and date blank if you are sending in the form electronically.  If you are invited to interview, you will be asked to sign a printed out copy then.)

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Additional Information 

After reading the Job Description carefully, consider what skills and experience you have that are suited to this post.  They need not have been gained in paid employment and may include special interests relevant to the post.  	

	

Work Availability
Please indicate in the table below what times you would be available for work within the period of the day, ie. if you are available from 7am to 11am Tuesday morning, then put 7-11am in the box.  If you are available for any time write yes and please write no if you are not available.
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Supporting information
You do not need to fill out the following questions if they are not applicable to the post.  eg. if the job description does not ask for PVG membership, then you may put N/A in the space provided.
Are you a member of the PVG scheme? 		
PVG membership number		
Do you have a full driving licence valid in the UK?		
Do you have the use of a vehicle?		
Would you be prepared to use the vehicle for work?		
When could you start work?		
Where did you see this post advertised?		

References
Please write the names and contact details for two independent people who would be willing to provide a reference for you.  One of them should be your most recent employer.  Note that a telephone number is not sufficient. Please indicate whether referees may be contacted prior to interview. 
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Application forms may be returned by email to: pajobs@lothiancil.org.uk or posted to:  PA Recruitment, Lothian Centre for Inclusive Living, Norton Park Centre, 57 Albion Road, Edinburgh EH7 5QY.
Please ensure that you have paid adequate postage to send any application forms by mail as LCIL does not accept postage otherwise.