Personal Assistant

The Highland Times; Kirkwall; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is looking for female Personal Assistants in Kirkwall to support a client in daily living and social activities. The ideal candidate should be patient, outgoing, and committed to providing a person-centered support experience. No prior experience is needed, as full training is provided to ensure success in the role. Salary is £15.92 per hour with flexible shift patterns including daytime and overnight support options. This position offers permanent employment with opportunities for career development in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Health cash plan

Employee assistance programme

Cycle to work scheme

Access to Blue Light Card benefits

Comprehensive training provided

Qualifications

• No previous care experience required as full training is provided.
• Must be patient, outgoing, and genuinely interested in supporting others.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day living and social activities for the client.
• Help develop social skills and confidence in community settings.
• Provide practical and emotional support for independence.

Skills

Values-driven approach

Good communication skills

Reliability

Ability to build positive relationships

Confidence in community settings

Job description

• Permanent
• Full time or part time
• Various shift patterns
• Salary £15.92 per hour
• Female support only

Enable is recruiting Personal Assistants to support Heidi as she transitions into her new home in Kirkwall. This role suits someone who is patient, outgoing, and values building meaningful, person‑centred support in everyday life.

The role

You will support Heidi with day to day living, social activities, and building confidence within the local community. You will work as part of a small, close‑knit team providing consistent and reliable support. You will support Heidi to enjoy her interests including quiz shows, games involving numbers, visits to cafés, historical sites, local events and the library. You will help develop social skills and confidence in community settings at a pace that suits Heidi. You will provide practical and emotional support to help Heidi live as independently as possible. You will follow person‑centred support plans and contribute to a safe and supportive home environment.

Working pattern

The role is based in Kirkwall and all support is within walking distance of local amenities. Shift patterns include 9am to 3pm, 9am to 9pm, and 9pm to 9am overnight support. Enable offers flexibility around contracted hours and shift patterns to support childcare and other commitments.

What we are looking for

• Values‑driven approach and genuine interest in supporting others
• Good communication skills and ability to build positive, trusting relationships
• Reliability, patience and ability to work as part of a small team
• Confidence supporting someone in community settings
• No previous care experience required as full training and induction is provided
• Female support worker only, in line with the individual's support needs

What is on offer

• Hourly rate of £15.92 including Orkney Island Supplement
• Permanent employment with flexible working options
• Comprehensive induction and shadowing tailored to the role
• Ongoing training including autism awareness, first aid, moving and handling, and positive behaviour support
• Health cash plan and employee assistance programme
• Cycle to work scheme and access to Blue Light Card benefits
• Career development within an award‑winning social care charity

How to apply

Apply through the employer’s recruitment portal

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