Lothian Centre For Inclusive Living

Job reference:NH WN EL

Teenager with autism and ADHD in Tranent looking for support worker to help him attend activities. Looking for a patient, enthusiastic person who can encourage the lad whilst also participating with him in a wide range of pursuits. He enjoys football, rugby, cycling, swimming, gym, bowling, cinema, go-karting and playing drums.

Some knowledge of autism and ADHD would be useful as well as experience of helping people with those conditions. Being a driver willing to use own vehicle at work would be advantageous but not essential. It would be essential to have PVG membership or be willing to join.

Rate of pay is £12.60 per hour.

The post is for seven hours per fortnight consisting of one shift on a Friday afternoon, Saturday or Sunday. Shifts to be arranged but some flexibility required.

For more information please download a job description: Download NH WN EL Job description 2026

How to apply

Please apply as soon as possible by emailing your CV and covering letter to pajobs@lothiancil.org.uk and remember to quote reference NH WN EL.

Job reference:FY BS

I am a visually impaired young person who is energetic, curious, and eager to learn. I’m looking for a Personal Assistant to support me with tandem cycling, social and community activities, and some occasional practical help. Living independently is important to me — but so is enjoying life, learning, and thriving. I’m looking for someone who can support me to do exactly that.

Duties and Responsibilities:

  General Practical, Reading and Outreach Support

Your support will help me take part in meaningful activities, learn new things, and build confidence. This may include:

• Taking me to various appointments when needed
• Reading stories to me
• Supporting me to take part in social activities together
• Encouraging new experiences and helping me stay active and engaged

I also enjoy going on rides on my tandem bicycle. It is desirable that you know how to ride a bicycle safely so that we can go on short trips together.

Communication and Social Support

As I am visually impaired, I rely on clear and consistent verbal communication. While my English is good and I attend mainstream school, I appreciate someone who is talkative, engaging, and easy to communicate with.

Key requirements include:

• Excellent spoken English and strong communication skills
• This is not a teaching role
• Applicants from all backgrounds are welcome

Hours

• Total: 4 hours per week
• Shift pattern: Two 2-hour shifts over two days
• Days: To be agreed upon together

About You

You are someone who is:

• Open-minded, patient, and proactive
• Fairly active and able to take initiative
• Clear and confident in communication
• Supportive of independence, growth, and helping a young person thrive

Interested?

If this sounds like you, I’d love to hear from you.

Successful candidates will be required to have PVG membership or be willing to join the scheme.

How to apply

Please email your interest in the position—quoting job reference FY BS—along with your CV and a cover letter to pajobs@lothiancil.org.uk

Job Ref AA BS: Family Seeking Personal Assistant to Support with Care for Young Son

Area: Midlothian

Working pattern: Part-time

Closing date: Open

Rate of pay: £13.07

We are looking for a caring and reliable personal assistant to visit two to three times a week for up to 6 hours per week in the afternoon after school to support our six-year-old son. Our son is smiley, happy, assertive, and has a good sense of humour. He loves being outside and watching things move in the wind and other sensory activities. He has physical and learning disabilities and requires constant supervision to keep him safe. He is non-verbal, so he needs someone to get to know him to be able to understand his communication techniques. He is a full-time manual wheelchair user; therefore, the personal assistant will be required to use a ceiling track hoist to carry out his personal care. He also has other medical needs, which can be discussed in more detail upon interest in the role.

Job Ref: JI GI Personal assistant required (Craiglockhart Area) rate of pay will be £12.87 per hour

Area: City of Edinburgh

Working pattern: Part-time

Closing date: Open

Rate of pay: £12.87 per hour

A personal assistant is required to assist 2 young people with Cerebral Palsy, to support with personal care and bedtime routine.  

Job Ref: DMJR GI – Personal Assistant needed for a man with Down Syndrome – Bonnyrigg Area

Area: City of Edinburgh

Working pattern: Full-time | Part-time

Closing date: Open

Rate of pay: £12.60 per hour

A friendly, quiet man with down syndrome is looking for someone to join a team of Personal Assistant to support with a variety of tasks throughout the day and overnight.

Ref: SR GI- Female-bodied person looking for part-time personal assistants- Slateford area

Area: City of Edinburgh

Working pattern: Part-time

Closing date: September 15, 2025

Rate of pay: £12.87 per hour

46 year old female-bodied person seeks part-time personal assistants in Slateford area. Flexible hours, up to 9 hours per week. £12.87 per hour. Funded though self-directed support.

Job ref IP WN ED, Part-time temporary Female (*GOR) Personal Assistant/Driver required EH11 area of Edinburgh

Area: City of Edinburgh

Working pattern: Part-time

Closing date: Open

Rate of pay: £13 per hour

Lady with health conditions including chronic fatigue syndrome looking for help with daily living tasks including decluttering home and to get out and about, including shopping.  May occasionally need some help with IT.

Ref: JB VCL Part-time female PA required to support 16yo young woman and her mother. EH12 area. £14.87 per hour.

Area: City of Edinburgh

Working pattern: Part-time

Closing date: Open

Rate of pay: £14.87 per hour

I am looking for a PA for my youngest daughter who is 16 years old. She has an unbalanced translocation of chromosomes 7&9 which results in her being dependant on a carer for many daily living tasks.

Job Ref: KN GI WL – Personal Assistant for young person with autism, School holidays only– West Lothian

Area: West Lothian

Working pattern: Part-time

Closing date: Open

Rate of pay: £15.22 per hour

A part-time experienced personal assistant required for my 15-year-old son with autism and intellectual disabilities.  We are based in Armadale West Lothian.

Job Ref: NH SS – part-time Female (GOR*) Personal Assistant – Leith Area

Area: City of Edinburgh

Working pattern: Part-time

Closing date: Open

Rate of pay: £12.87 per hour

I am looking for a reliable and compassionate female Personal Assistant to live more fully and independently. I am outgoing woman in her 40s living with chronic migraines, depression, anxiety, PTSD, ADHD and learning difficulties.

Job ref: SB IMC Care Opportunity: Make a Difference in Someone’s Life, £12.87/hr, Edinburgh/Stockbridge area

Area: City of Edinburgh

Working pattern: Full-time | Part-time

Closing date: June 30, 2025

Rate of pay: £12.87 per hour

About the Role: You’ll be supp…

Job Ref: LM GI – Full or part time, Personal Assistants – Craigmiller

Area: City of Edinburgh

Working pattern: Part-time

Closing date: Open

Rate of pay: £13.20 per hour

Looking for personal assistants to help look after me, a 38 year old, with my disabilities. Duties will include socialising, appointments, shopping, cooking, paperwork and housework. Everyday can be varied and different in terms of my needs and capabilities.

Job Ref: CJ LM Urgent Female Personal Assistant required (GOR) Central Edinburgh £14.82 per hour

Area: City of Edinburgh

Working pattern: Part-time

Closing date: Open

Rate of pay: £14.82 per hour

Permanent contract, rewarding…

Ref: NM AM WL Female PA required, 19 hours per week, £12.60ph, Livingston area.

Area: West Lothian

Working pattern: Part-time

Closing date: December 21, 2025

Rate of pay: £12.60

A female* Personal Assistant/c…

Ref: FF25GI Life Enabling Companion/ Personal Assistant (Male/female) – District LEITH EH6

Area: City of Edinburgh

Working pattern: Part-time

Closing date: December 17, 2025

Rate of pay: £13 per hour

A fun loving, mischievous, enthusiastic and caring 33 year old woman with disabilities, who loves living life to the full (Central Edinburgh) is looking to employ a life enabling companion.  She is seeking a dynamic, energetic person to join a team of personal assistants that will bring friendship, confidence and laughter into her daily living.   

Job Ref OH DOM: GOR: Male Personal Assistant required to support disabled man at home 15-20 hrs per week more hours will be available , £12.87 OR16 per hour depending UK on driving licence Urgent Immediate Start ) Colinton Mains/Oxgangs Area

Area: City of Edinburgh

Working pattern: Part-time

Closing date: Open

Rate of pay: £12.87 or £16 depending on if the individual applicant holds a valid UK driving licence

Job Ref OH DOM: GOR: Male Personal Assistant required to support disabled man at home 15-20 hrs per week more hours will be available , £12.87 OR16 per hour depending UK on driving licence Urgent Immediate Start ) Colinton Mains/Oxgangs Area

Ref: HB LM- Female (GOR*) personal assistant for social support and other tasks in the Corstorphine area

Area: City of Edinburgh

Working pattern: Part-time

Closing date: Open

Rate of pay: £12.87 per hour

I am a 34 year old woman, looking for someone to accompany me on a range of social activities, from walks to working out at the gym, to visiting the cinema and anything in between! I also need help to keep me motivated, organised and on track, and to promote my greater independence and build up my confidence around the home.

Job Ref: RB LM Part time Support Worker Required (Edinburgh, Leith area) £12.87 per hour

Area: City of Edinburgh

Working pattern: Part-time

Closing date: Open

Rate of pay: £12.87 per hour

Support worker required for female in her 60s with ME/CFS (Myalgic encephalomyelitis/ chronic fatigue syndrome) and anxiety and EMF (Electro-Magnetic Field) sensitivity. This is for psychological and practical support.

Job Ref: CG OH Personal Assistant (PA) to Disabled Gentleman

Area: City of Edinburgh

Working pattern: Part-time

Closing date: October 1, 2025

Rate of pay: £15 per hour

As a Personal Assistant (PA), your role is to enable a disabled gentleman and powerchair-user to be as independent as possible, supporting him with social, recreational and career activities, as well as personal care and domestic tasks. You will be working from Thursday 22:30 to Friday 08:00 and Sunday 08:00 to 18:00, with additional shifts available on a casual basis.

Ref: RT GI- Full-time Support Worker/PA Required- South Queensferry

Area: City of Edinburgh

Working pattern: Full-time

Closing date: Open

Rate of pay: £14.82 per hour & £110.88 per sleepover

Support worker required to join a small team to support a young 46 year-old man living in his own home. This is a full-time, permanent post. The Rota pattern offers a good work-life balance.

Job Ref: AM GI – Relief Female (GOR*) Personal Assistants needed, multiple positions available  – EH14 Area

Area: City of Edinburgh

Working pattern: Part-time

Closing date: Open

Rate of pay: £12.87 per hour

I am a disabled lady who uses a wheelchair. I am looking for female personal assistants to join my team to fill a fixed hour position or to provide holiday and sickness cover.

Job Ref: TN GI URGENT Part time Personal Assistant, Gilmerton area, £14.82 per hour

Area: City of Edinburgh

Working pattern: Part-time

Closing date: Open

Rate of pay: £14.82 per hour

I have an impressive selection of ailments which naturally means my health can vary hourly. This does not mean that I want to be stuck at home. Your job would be to help, support and motivate me to manage the hurdles that life puts in my way.

Job reference:DW669

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 £12.87 hourly rate, 8 to 20 hours a week.

Full-time position is available.

Sleepover shifts 8 to 10 hours paid at £12.32 per hour.

The candidate must have a car with a valid driving licence.

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 January 2026 or by email pajobs@lothiancil.org.uk and quote reference DW669.

Job reference:BS WN ML

Carer required to assist a disabled man living in his family home in Bonnyrigg.

Tasks include:

Assisting with personal care, washing, dressing, PEG feeding, etc. Engaging the man with conversation, audiobooks, films and music. His main interests are music and comedy.

All training will be provided by the family and other carer.

This post would suit someone who is observant, has good initiative and is friendly and chatty. Must be fine with dogs.

Rate of pay is £13.07 per hour.

You must be a member of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) scheme or willing to join.

The post is for 12 hours per week, Saturday and Sunday 10 am to 4pm.

Option of overtime to cover holidays and sickness.

How to apply

Please apply as soon as possible either by sending in your CV with cover letter or completing and returning an application form.  Applications should be sent to Lynseysked@gmail.com.

For more information and an application form please obtain an application pack.  This can be downloaded by following this link: Download BS WN ML App Pack 2026 or by emailing pajobs@lothiancil.org.uk and quoting reference BS WN ML.

Job Ref: RS GI- Female (GOR*) Personal Assistant for occasional shifts needed- £14.82 per hour

Area: City of Edinburgh

Working pattern: Zero-Hours

Closing date: Open

Rate of pay: £14.82 for daytime hours and sleepovers £113.40

I’m looking for female Personal Assistants to join my Bank team of staff. The role involves assisting me, an active disabled woman in all aspects of my daily life in Edinburgh.

Job Ref: AA CG Child Support / Personal Assistant Required- £14hr (Cramond, Edinburgh area)

Area: City of Edinburgh

Working pattern: Part-time

Closing date: Open

Rate of pay: £14 per hour

Support worker with experience working with children with learning difficulties required to support a 10 year old boy and family. Excellent opportunity to work on an interdisciplinary Early Intensive Behavioural Intervention Team.

Job Ref: ZS CG Female* Personal Assistant for Disabled Older Person, £12.87/hr, Edinburgh/ Lochend area

Area: City of Edinburgh

Working pattern: Part-time

Closing date: Open

Rate of pay: £12.87 per hour

I am looking for a personal as…

Job Ref: CS CG- Two Personal Assistants (GOR*) to support young woman, Livingston area/West Lothian

Area: West Lothian

Working pattern: Part-time

Closing date: Open

Rate of pay: £12.60

I’m a 22-year-old female who e…

Job Ref: PR CG-Part-Time Personal Assistant/ Driver Required, £12.87 per hour, Edinburgh/West Granton.

Area: City of Edinburgh

Working pattern: Part-time

Closing date: Open

Rate of pay: £12.87 per hour

Personal assistant required by…

Ref: DJ SS Personal Assistant required for administrative work – 6 per week, £14 per hour

Area: City of Edinburgh

Working pattern: Part-time

Closing date: Open

Rate of pay: £14 per hour

I have been a campaigner for Greenpeace, friends of the earth, and other organisations. I have Parkinson’s disease, and this means that I need a professional personal assistant to continue to be productive in all these areas.

Job Ref: CD GI. Female (GOR*) Personal Assistant required by disabled Mum – Newtongrange £13.07

Area: Midlothian

Working pattern: Zero-Hours

Closing date: Open

Rate of pay: £13.07 per hour.

I am a disabled mother of two boys, age 20 and 15, and I am looking for a Personal Assistant to support me with my family’s routines. The aim of the role is to assist me in my role as a mother to allow me to live independently.

Job Ref MM AM CEC, Personal Assistant Required in Edinburgh City Centre

Area: City of Edinburgh

Working pattern: Part-time

Closing date: February 10, 2026

Rate of pay: £14.92

The aim of the job is to provi…

Job ref LM WN ML: Personal Assistant for a fun young man with Cerebral Palsy

Area: Midlothian

Working pattern: Full-time | Part-time

Closing date: Open

Rate of pay: £13.33 per hour

Looking for Personal Assistants to join an existing team to help Lachlan, a 31 year old young man with Cerebral Palsy.  The pay rate is £13.33 per hour. This role is part time and flexible – hours to be arranged with family, although there is the possibility of full time work.

Job Ref AM AN CEC, Personal Assistant Required in Edinburgh City Centre

Area: City of Edinburgh

Working pattern: Part-time

Closing date: Open

Rate of pay: £13.45

Would you like to join a PA te…

Job reference:MR BS

We are looking to build a small, reliable, and trustworthy team of 2–3 female Personal Assistants to support my mother at home. She lives with dementia, diabetes, and other health conditions and requires assistance with personal care, meal preparation, medication prompts, observation, and mobility support (including wheelchair use). 

Main Duties: 

• Prepare meals and encourage Mum to eat

• Prompt and observe Mum’s medication routine (training provided – no administration required)

• Support Mum to attend social activities as needed, including wheelchair use

• Provide personal care

• Offer emotional and social support

Hours: 

• Morning:7:50 am – 9:30 am

• Afternoon:11:50 am – 1:30 pm

• Evening:4:50 pm – 6:30 pm

This routine applies Monday to Sunday.
On Tuesday or Wednesday afternoons, hours may be adjusted if Mum attends a social activity (up to 4 hours, including wheelchair support). 

Home visits will generally be a minimum of 1 hour 40 minutes. 

About You: 

You are compassionate, reliable, and confident in prompting and observing medication routines.

You have experience in Dementia Care.

You communicate clearly, show patience, and approach your work with understanding and respect.

If this sounds like you and you’re interested in the role, I’d love to hear from you.

Fluency in Urdu and a driving licence are both desirable. 

Please note: 

The post is subject to PVG Scheme membership. If you are not currently a member, you will need to join before any formal offer is made. 

This role carries a Genuine Occupational Requirement (GOR). 

A 3-month probationary period applies. 

How to apply

Please email your interest in the job quoting reference MR BS at pajobs@lothiancil.org.uk and I will get back to you. You can also send your CV and cover letter.

Job reference:AM AK EL

We are looking for a local personal assistant, for a 12-year-old boy, to accompany him to activities (or Social Activities)

He has been diagnosed with ASD, ADHD, severs disease (which causes pain upon walking), chronic fatigue, and an autoimmune condition which affects his access to education and quality of life.

He loves computing and has an interest in coding and the mechanics of how things work but we would also like him to experience some real life learning, such as getting on a bus independently and going out for food, etc.

Kindness, reliability, a positive, flexible attitude and clear communication are key qualities for this role. A good sense of humour and a caring attitude will also help you connect and make a real difference while supporting a fun, happy child.

Person specification

– A reliable, caring, kind and clear communicator

– Someone with a younger sibling or relative who is neurodivergent, or who has neurodiversity training

– An interest in child led activity time both indoors and outdoors

– An interest in computers, coding and the mechanics of how things work

– Your own car and the relevant business insurance would be desirable but not essential

Hours and rate of pay: 2 hours a week, or 4 hours every 2 weeks, to be discussed, Monday or Tuesday, £12.60ph

How to apply

Please send your CV and covering letter to pajobs@lothiancil.org.uk, quoting Job Ref: AM AK EL

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.

Job reference:SM CG

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

Job reference:MAE CK

Ref: MAE CK: Cheerful female looking for female (GOR*) Personal Assistants to join a team in NE Edinburgh – £12.87/hour

Female Personal Assistants Required (Davidson Mains Area)

About Me

I am a disabled woman living with chronic pain and fatigue. I am looking for one or more female personal assistants (PAs) to support me with everyday activities whilst facilitating my freedom of choice.

Despite living with chronic pain, I’m an optimistic and cheerful person. My interests include art, poetry, and learning languages (especially Spanish and French).

The role

The role involves personal care tasks, supervision taking medication, assistance with everyday tasks, meal preparation, administrative tasks and support with pain relief techniques. Full explanation and training will be given for all tasks—no prior experience is necessary, just a caring attitude and willingness to learn.

Hours Available (approximate):

• Thursday:12-4pm
• Saturday:12-4pm
• Sunday:12-4pm
• Evening shifts (daily):10:00 pm – 11:00 pm

Additional hours may be available for relief, holiday or sickness cover.

I am happy to employ two or more PAs on a part-time or relief basis to share the hours.

About you:

• A good level of spoken and written English is essential.
• Ideally live locallyand/orhave your own transport.

• Reliable and friendly with a good sense of humour.

If this sounds like you, I would love to hear from you.

Before applying please note PA employers are unable to accept applications from those looking for Visa Sponsorship. This job is strictly PAYE.

If you are on benefits/tax credits and especially if you already have a job, please check out the effects a second job would have on your finances before applying.

*genuine occupational requirement

How to apply

To apply:

Please fill out the application form below.

Please include in application:

• Minimum and maximum hours possible to work, and what the ideal would be.
• Details of any holidays booked.

To download an application pack for position MAE CK please click here.

Alternatively, please apply with a CV and cover letter, detailing preferred hours of work, any holidays, and your interest in the role. CV and cover letter can be emailed to pajobs@lothiancil.org.uk.

You can also request an application pack from pajobs@lothiancil.org.uk or call LCIL at 0131 475 2350 quoting reference MAE CK.

Job Ref SM WN, Part-time Female (*GOR) Personal Assistant required, Longniddry

Area: East Lothian

Working pattern: Part-time

Closing date: Open

Rate of pay: £12.80 per hour

Female personal assistant (PA) required to support a young person with profound learning disabilities, autism and epilepsy who uses a wheelchair full-time and lives in Longniddry.

Job Ref: NJ WN ED, Personal Assistants Required, Haymarket, Edinburgh

Area: City of Edinburgh

Working pattern: Part-time

Closing date: Open

Rate of pay: £12.87 per hour

Are you an enthusiastic, bubbly Personal Assistant? I am a vibrant and fun-loving lady, who perhaps fails to understand that she’s too old to be doing a full-time PhD! (in an exciting period of Scottish history!)

Job Ref NR WN ED, Part time Personal assistant Required in Leith,  Edinburgh

Area: City of Edinburgh

Working pattern: Part-time | Zero-Hours

Closing date: Open

Rate of pay: £12.87

A humble, kind and friendly girl with autism and ADHD, who lives in Leith,  is looking for a personal assistant  to support her to get out and about or engage with her to do activities at home. The PA will give the girl constant support  and help her to keep on track of whatever activity she is doing.

Job Ref: AP CG Female* Child Support / Personal Assistant Required- £12.87, Edinburgh/Magdalene area

Area: City of Edinburgh

Working pattern: Part-time

Closing date: January 16, 2026

Rate of pay: £12.87 per hour

Great opportunity to support a young 11 -year-old boy with autism and learning difficulties to pursue his hobbies/interests and provide support with learning and communication through play.

Ref AC BS: Two Personal Assistants Needed – Support a Fun, Cheeky 13-Year-Old Boy Who Loves Adventures/Edinburgh

Area: City of Edinburgh

Working pattern: Part-time

Closing date: Open

Rate of pay: £12.87-£14.82 Per Hour

I am a 13-year-old boy who is full of fun and energy, with a cheeky sense of humour. I have a severe learning disability and autism, and I am non-verbal. I’m looking for two caring and reliable Personal Assistants to support me for 3 hours each week.

Job Ref IJ WN EL, Personal Assistant (PA) – Part-Time (Gifford, East Lothian)

Area: East Lothian

Working pattern: Part-time

Closing date: Open

Rate of pay: £12.60 per hour

A man living with a spinal injury is looking for a Personal Assistant to support him in getting out and about to enjoy the beautiful open spaces and woodland near his home.

Job Ref: CJ WN EL, Female (GOR) Personal Assistants required

Area: East Lothian

Working pattern: Part-time

Closing date: Open

Rate of pay: £13.00 per hour from 6:00am to 9:30 pm. Night hour pay is £12.00 per hour from 9:30pm to 6:00am.

Active woman with learning difficulties living in her own home in Gifford, East Lothian, is looking for permanent and relief female Personal Assistants to join a small existing team.

CR BS_Personal Assistant needed for companionship support /Edinburgh/Part-time/12.87 P/h

Area: City of Edinburgh

Working pattern: Part-time

Closing date: Open

Rate of pay: 12.87

I am seeking a reliable and positive individual to offer companionship and support to my daughter. She is non-verbal, has epilepsy and uses a wheelchair. She is a calm, happy, and content person who enjoys simple, relaxing activities.

Ref: CM AM WL Male PA required, 22 hours per week, £12.60ph, Livingston area.

Area: West Lothian

Working pattern: Part-time

Closing date: December 22, 2025

Rate of pay: £12.60

A male* Personal Assistant/car…

Job Ref MF WN ED, Part-time Female Personal Assistants required, EH17 area of Edinburgh

Area: City of Edinburgh

Working pattern: Part-time

Closing date: Open

Rate of pay: £14.82 per hour

Two female (GOR) PAs required to join a team supporting a disabled lady in her late 30s who is autistic and has learning disabilities. She can be very anxious when out and about and requires support from understanding, encouraging and positive staff on a 1:1 basis.

Ref: MAE CK: Cheerful female looking for female (GOR*) Personal Assistants to join a team in NE Edinburgh – £12.87/hour

Area: City of Edinburgh

Working pattern: Part-time

Closing date: Open

Rate of pay: £12.87 per hour

Female* help required for a lady in Davidson mains, disabled with chronic pain and fatigue. This role includes light housework and support for everyday tasks and pain relief. An explanation and training will be given on job for any tasks requested.

Job ref: LC WN ML, Part Time Female (*GOR) Personal Assistant Required

Area: Midlothian

Working pattern: Part-time

Closing date: Open

Rate of pay: £13.07 per hour

Female personal assistant required to support a young lady with mobility issues and her twelve year old son to live life to the full.  The job is based in Bonnyrigg but may involve tasks outwith the home such as support with shopping, collecting prescriptions and other day to day tasks when required.  Some tasks include personal care which is why the post is female only (*Genuine Occupational Requirement.)

Job ref. DW669, Personal Assistant and Care Worker wanted in Gilmerton, EH17 7AP

Area: City of Edinburgh

Working pattern: Full-time | Part-time

Closing date: Open

Rate of pay: £12.87 per hour

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.

Ref: BS WN ML, Carer Required.

Area: Midlothian

Working pattern: Part-time

Closing date: Open

Rate of pay: £13.07 per hour

Carer required to assist a disabled man living in his family home in Bonnyrigg. This post would suit someone who is observant, has good initiative and is friendly and chatty.  Must be fine with dogs.

Job Ref: AM RB MLC – Personal Assistant for young girl with Cerebral Palsy – Gorebridge, Midlothian

Area: Midlothian

Working pattern: Part-time

Closing date: February 13, 2026

Rate of pay: £13.07

We are looking for a personal…

Job Ref: NH WN EL, Part-time Support Worker Required in Tranent

Area: East Lothian

Working pattern: Part-time

Closing date: Open

Rate of pay: £12.60 per hour

Teenager with autism and ADHD in Tranent looking for support worker to help him attend activities.  Looking for a patient, enthusiastic person who can encourage the lad whilst also participating with him in a wide range of pursuits.  He enjoys football, rugby, cycling, swimming, gym, bowling, cinema, go-karting and playing drums.

Job Ref: SM CG Part-Time Personal Assistant for companionship and housekeeping, Edinburgh, Polwarth area

Area: City of Edinburgh

Working pattern: Part-time

Closing date: Open

Rate of pay: £13.50 per hour

Working pattern: Part-time – 1…

REF: MR BS – (GOR) Reliable Female Personal Assistants Wanted | Various Hours | Gilmerton | £15.82/hr

Area: City of Edinburgh

Working pattern: Part-time

Closing date: Open

Rate of pay: 15.82

I am looking for a small team of reliable and trustworthy 2-3 female Personal Assistants to support my mother at home. She lives with dementia, diabetes, and other health conditions, and needs help with personal care, meals, medication prompts, observation, and support with mobility, including wheelchair use.

REF: AM AK EL Part Time Personal Assistant For Neurodivergent Young Person – Dunbar, East Lothian

Area: East Lothian

Working pattern: Part-time

Closing date: February 13, 2026

Rate of pay: £12.60 per hour

We are looking for a local per…

Ref FY BS – Personal Assistant for Practical Support with a Positive, Life-Loving Young Person | Edinburgh | Part-Time | £12.87 p/h

Area: City of Edinburgh

Working pattern: Part-time

Closing date: Open

Rate of pay: 12.87

I’m looking for a Personal Assistant to support me with tandem cycling, social and community activities, and some occasional practical help. Living independently is important to me — but so is enjoying life, learning, and thriving. I’m looking for someone who can support me to do exactly that.

Job reference:AM RB MLC

We are looking for a personal assistant for a 5 year old girl with cerebral palsy to help her get ready for school in the mornings with the potential for weekend hours too.

She is nonverbal, non-mobile, and uses a JEG feeding tube which all medication and fluids/milk is administrated down. Training for this will be provided.

She’s a very happy girl who likes being outdoors, singing songs and playing with her switch toys which she controls with her head and hands.

Kindness, reliability, a positive, flexible attitude and clear communication are key qualities for this role. A good sense of humour and a caring attitude will also help you connect and make a real difference while supporting a fun and happy child.

The rate of pay is £13.07 per hour, working 7-8am on weekdays with extra weekend hours available

The household is not on a bus route so driving may be advantageous

It is essential that the postholder be a member of the protection of vulnerable groups (PVG) scheme or willing to join.

How to apply

Please send your CV and covering letter to pajobs@lothiancil.org.uk, quoting Job Ref: AM RB MLC

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.

Job Ref_KM BS Personal Assistant Needed – School Holiday Support for a Fun-Loving 8-Year-Old Boy

Area: Midlothian

Working pattern: Part-time

Closing date: Open

Rate of pay: 12.45

We are looking for a personal assistant to help an 8-year-old boy get out of the house during the school holidays. Kindness, reliability, and a positive, flexible approach are key qualities for this role. A good sense of humor and a caring attitude will help you connect and make a real difference while supporting a fun and unique young child. 

[SB IMC] Caring Opportunity: Make a Difference in Someone’s Life

Area: City of Edinburgh

Working pattern: Full-time

Closing date: Open

Rate of pay: £12 per hour

Are you looking for a rewarding career where you can truly impact someone’s daily life? We have an exciting opportunity for compassionate and dedicated carers in the EH4 area of Edinburgh.

Ref: MAE CK: Cheerful female looking for female (GOR*) Personal Assistants to join a team in NE Edinburgh – £12.87/hour

Area: City of Edinburgh

Working pattern: Part-time

Closing date: Open

Rate of pay: £12.87 per hour

Female* help required for a lady in Davidson mains, disabled with chronic pain and fatigue. This role includes light housework and support for everyday tasks and pain relief. An explanation and training will be given on job for any tasks requested.

Job ref: LC WN ML, Part Time Female (*GOR) Personal Assistant Required

Area: Midlothian

Working pattern: Part-time

Closing date: Open

Rate of pay: £13.07 per hour

Female personal assistant required to support a young lady with mobility issues and her twelve year old son to live life to the full.  The job is based in Bonnyrigg but may involve tasks outwith the home such as support with shopping, collecting prescriptions and other day to day tasks when required.  Some tasks include personal care which is why the post is female only (*Genuine Occupational Requirement.)

Job ref. DW669, Personal Assistant and Care Worker wanted in Gilmerton, EH17 7AP

Area: City of Edinburgh

Working pattern: Full-time | Part-time

Closing date: Open

Rate of pay: £12.87 per hour

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.

Ref: BS WN ML, Carer Required.

Area: Midlothian

Working pattern: Part-time

Closing date: Open

Rate of pay: £13.07 per hour

Carer required to assist a disabled man living in his family home in Bonnyrigg. This post would suit someone who is observant, has good initiative and is friendly and chatty.  Must be fine with dogs.

Job Ref: AM RB MLC – Personal Assistant for young girl with Cerebral Palsy – Gorebridge, Midlothian

Area: Midlothian

Working pattern: Part-time

Closing date: February 13, 2026

Rate of pay: £13.07

We are looking for a personal…

Job Ref: NH WN EL, Part-time Support Worker Required in Tranent

Area: East Lothian

Working pattern: Part-time

Closing date: Open

Rate of pay: £12.60 per hour

Teenager with autism and ADHD in Tranent looking for support worker to help him attend activities.  Looking for a patient, enthusiastic person who can encourage the lad whilst also participating with him in a wide range of pursuits.  He enjoys football, rugby, cycling, swimming, gym, bowling, cinema, go-karting and playing drums.

Job Ref: SM CG Part-Time Personal Assistant for companionship and housekeeping, Edinburgh, Polwarth area

Area: City of Edinburgh

Working pattern: Part-time

Closing date: Open

Rate of pay: £13.50 per hour

Working pattern: Part-time – 1…

REF: MR BS – (GOR) Reliable Female Personal Assistants Wanted | Various Hours | Gilmerton | £15.82/hr

Area: City of Edinburgh

Working pattern: Part-time

Closing date: Open

Rate of pay: 15.82

I am looking for a small team of reliable and trustworthy 2-3 female Personal Assistants to support my mother at home. She lives with dementia, diabetes, and other health conditions, and needs help with personal care, meals, medication prompts, observation, and support with mobility, including wheelchair use.

REF: AM AK EL Part Time Personal Assistant For Neurodivergent Young Person – Dunbar, East Lothian

Area: East Lothian

Working pattern: Part-time

Closing date: February 13, 2026

Rate of pay: £12.60 per hour

We are looking for a local per…

Ref FY BS – Personal Assistant for Practical Support with a Positive, Life-Loving Young Person | Edinburgh | Part-Time | £12.87 p/h

Area: City of Edinburgh

Working pattern: Part-time

Closing date: Open

Rate of pay: 12.87

I’m looking for a Personal Assistant to support me with tandem cycling, social and community activities, and some occasional practical help. Living independently is important to me — but so is enjoying life, learning, and thriving. I’m looking for someone who can support me to do exactly that.

Job reference:LC WN ML

Female personal assistant required to support a young lady with mobility issues and her twelve year old son to live life to the full. The job is based in Bonnyrigg but may involve tasks outwith the home such as support with shopping, collecting prescriptions and other day to day tasks when required. Some tasks include personal care which is why the post is female only (*Genuine Occupational Requirement.)

A driving license is essential.

It is essential that the post-holder have some experience of working with children.

The rate of pay is £13.07 per hour.

Looking for one personal assistant.

Post is for 18 hours per week.

Monday 10- 5 (7 hours)

Friday 10 – 5 (7 hours)

Sunday 10 – 2 (4 hours)

How to apply

To apply either send in your CV or complete and return an application form as soon as possible.

To obtain an application pack you can download it from Download LC WN ML app pack January 2026 or email pajobs@lothiancil.org.uk remembering to quote reference LC WN ML.  You can also leave your contact details and the job reference LC WN ML on 0131 475 2558 and an application pack will be sent to you.

If sending in CV, please quote reference LC WN ML and either email to pajobs@lothiancil.org.uk or post to LC WN ML recruitment, LCIL, Norton park Centre, 57 Albion Road, Edinburgh, EH7 5QY.

Job reference:AA CG

We are looking for someone to join our excellent team on an ad-hoc basis to support a 10 year-old with learning disabilities and provide occasional support for his 6 year old younger brother (who does not have a learning disability).

This is an excellent opportunity to work on an interdisciplinary Early Intensive Behavioural Intervention Team (including Speech and Language Therapists, Occupational Therapists and physiotherapy). The main part of the post is to support a young 10-year-old boy to pursue his hobbies/interests and provide support with learning and communication through play therapy. Direction will be given by parents and full training will be provided on the job.

Applicant will support child using different learning strategies and communication devices (proloquo2go). Opportunities will also be provided to develop skills in using a range of different tools and techniques.

• Duties will include supporting the individual to undertake a variety of social, learning, toileting and physio activities. You may very occasional be asked to carry out light domestic duties, such as tidying toys and tidying 10 year old’s bedroom.
• Experience of working with children with learning difficulties would be beneficial. Although you will be working with various professionals, you will report directly to parents and have weekly updates on progress.
• The post holder will also be expected to support with personal care.

This post is suited to someone that is reliable, kind, uses initiative and is trustworthy and willing to learn on the job. We looking for someone who is flexible – but at the same time we work with you around your schedule.

Working hours are Wednesday 3.15pm – 6pm and Friday 12.45pm – 6pm.

Below 15 hours per week so post is suitable for University students. This is a permanent role and looking for someone who can commit for more than a year.

This is a permanent role and looking for someone that can commit for more than a year.

If you are interested in working with really happy, energetic children and learn more about play therapies and other forms of therapies.

The hourly rate is £14 per hour.

How to apply

Please send your CV along with a short paragraph on why you would like the job, a little bit about yourself and your previous experience by email to: pajobs@lothiancil.org.uk or can be 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.

No closing date for this post but please apply as soon as possible. 

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.

Job reference:ZS CG

I am looking for a personal assistant (PA) to provide practical support and social companionship to my elderly mum when I have to go to the store or office.

The PA will help my mum to eat and drink when needed, help with dressing and undressing, and keep her company. The PA will also provide mobility support when getting in and out of a wheelchair.

Person Specification:

The applicant does not need to have previous experience in helping a person using a wheelchair, as they will receive appropriate training.

The applicant must be reliable and trustworthy. It is important that the PA knows my needs and responds to them. Considering that a personal assistant is needed for one to one work, it is important that the employer and the employee maintain a mutual, open and honest relationship. It would be great if you spoke Polish, but it is not necessary.

*Genuine Occupational Requirements

Hours and rate of pay:

I am looking for someone to work 10 hours a week, the shift pattern is agreed between the employee and the employer.

Rate of pay: £12.87 per hour.

How to apply

Please download an application pack here: ZS CG Application pack 2025 Alternatively email pajobs@lothiancil.org.uk or call 0131 475 2558 to request an application pack, giving job reference ZS CG.

Please apply as soon as possible.

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.

Job reference:PR CG

Personal assistant required by a physically disabled male, retired,

wheelchair user, to assist with driving and occasional social activities.

Essential criteria: Current driving license, good communication and listening skills, reliable, trustworthy and responsible. Must be physically fit as some lifting may be involved when assisting with transfers. Training/experience in manual handling would be an advantage.

Hours: Negotiable – Average 6 hours per week (this may consist of 2 or 3

visits per week).

Pay rate: £12.87 per hour

This post would be suitable for a student or a part-time worker.

Applicants should ideally be over the age of 25 for car-insurance purposes.

How to apply

To download an application pack please click here Application pack PR CG 2025, or call our recruitment line on 0131 475 2558 quoting the job reference PR CG. CVs with a covering letter also accepted.

Please apply as soon as possible

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.

Job reference:AP CG

I am looking for someone to support my 11 -year-old son who is non-verbal with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) as well as an intellectual disability and who lives with me. The current situation is that my son has difficulty engaging in any after school activities due to a lack of routine.

The aim would be to assist me and my son building up confidence in getting him engaged more with activities outside home such as swimming in particular as the aquatic environment is beneficial to improve his mood and provide exercise. He also very much enjoys trampolining. The long-term goal is to establish a safe routine for my son to get settled in out of school activities to such a degree that I can also spend more time with my other teenage daughter who currently lives with her grandparents.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is interested in or training towards Allied Healthcare/Education disciplines such as Psychology, Speech and Language Therapy, Education/Child Development. The main part of the post is to support a young 11-year-old boy to pursue his hobbies/interests and provide support with learning and communication through play. Direction will be given by myself and full training will be provided on the job.

Applicant will support the boy using behavioural strategies and techniques, communication method such as PECS, sensory and emotional strategies.

• Duties will include supporting the child to undertake a variety of social, learning activities including building up confidence in travelling in public transport.
• Initially shadowing and working alongside me as the boy’s mum in order to increase confidence in developing routines outside the family home so that my son becomes settled enough to pursue social activities with the support worker and independently from his mum’s presence.
• The post consists in 6 hours per week after school hours, worked flexibly doing 2-3 shifts per week to be negotiated.
• The hourly rate is £12.87 per hour.

Person Specification:

• Experience working with children with ASD as well as how to handle potential ‘meltdowns’ essential although training will be provided and the work will initially consist in shadowing and working in partnership with the boy’s parent. The role would be beneficial for those studying or have a background in education, psychology, and speech and language therapy.
• Applicants will be required to join the PVG scheme if not already a member, fees will be covered by the employer.
• This post is suited to someone that is reliable, kind, patient with a soft personality, uses initiative and is trustworthy and willing to learn on the job. The post is for female only applicants because my son builds easier rapport with female workers.

*Genuine occupational requirement

How to apply

To download an application pack please click here AP CG Application pack 2026, or call our recruitment line on 0131 475 2558 quoting the job reference AP CG.

Closing date: open

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.

Job reference:CS CG

I’m a 22-year-old female who enjoys music and playing the flute in a band. I also enjoy craft activities, in particular knitting, crocheting and cross stitch. I’m high functioning and my independence is very important to me, but my current conditions can make that challenging at times.

I’m looking for some assistance with personal care when needed, help with small things around the house and help me to get out and about to engage in social activities.

My ideal PA would be a female with similar interests and would be happy to help me with the tasks needed while assisting me retain as much of my independence as I can.

Specific Challenges – ideal if applicant has experience or awareness of the following conditions however not essential:

• Autism (high functioning)
• Functional Neurological disorder – Functional Seizures, Functional weakness, Tics, Temporary amnesic episodes and Bladder dysfunction
• Non-verbal (Situational) – most typical after autistic meltdowns
• Low mood
• Mental health issues including CPTSD, Anxiety and emotional dysregulation.
• Chronic Pain

Essential Qualities

The applicant should also have the following essential qualities:

• Be able to speak in a calm manner and allow extra time for a response.
• Should be able to support me with planning ahead and coming up with suitable travel arrangements
• Have good problem-solving abilities, showing creativity in the support provided to reach desired outcomes.
• Must be flexible around my needs on a day by day means. These needs may be help with showering, help with transferring into wheelchair, help with communication and others. These needs are not always necessary as my condition is dynamic and needs can change quickly.
• Friendly – but able to keep the boundaries between friendship and employer.
• Able to keep time sheet and submit in time for payroll.
• Be dependable with time keeping.

Other

• A PVG / Disclosure Scotland check will be needed on appointment.
• A driver with full driving licence and access to a car would be beneficial but not essential.
• Must be female*.
• Must be okay around cats.

Hours / Days of working

 Currently looking to hire two people with the requisite times:

One hour in the mornings ideally between 7am- 8am, however can be slightly flexible, seven days a week.

Further, a supplemental and flexible schedule of six hours a week depending on help needed. This would be for assistance with social activities. A two-week notice of these additional hours would be given in most instances.

This would be a split workload over two people.

The pay would be 12.60 an hour.

Looking to start the hiring process as soon as possible.

*Gender Occupational Requirement.

How to apply

To download an application pack please click here CS CG Application pack 2025, or call our recruitment line on 0131 475 2558 quoting the job reference CS CG.

Please apply as soon as possible.

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.

Job reference:CJ WN EL

Active woman with learning difficulties living in her own home in Gifford, East Lothian, is looking for permanent and relief female Personal Assistants to join a small existing team.

The following hours need to be filled:

Permanent staff:

Friday, 1600 to 0930 Saturday, must be able to drive.

Alternate weekends are between 9:30 am Saturday to 5:00 pm Sunday. These hours could be filled by one or two workers splitting the shifts. Applications from people looking for 15 hours or less per week are welcome.

Relief staff:

Hours available on an ad hoc basis as and when required to cover staff illness and holidays.

Main duties would be to support her, where necessary, in her daily life, ensuring her safety and wellbeing.

She has numerous interests and hobbies and enjoys sport. PAs need to assist her in her involvement and participation in these. She enjoys arts and crafts, cycling, walking, badminton, golf and swimming. She also enjoys gardening.

Within the home, duties would include assistance with cooking, laundry, help with personal care and general housekeeping duties.

Experience of working in the care sector would be advantageous as would a clean full driving license valid in the UK, to drive an automatic car. Public transport links to Gifford are very poor so it would be better if the candidate has access to their own vehicle. It is essential that the postholder be a member of the protection of vulnerable groups (PVG) scheme or willing to join.

Rate of pay is £13.00 per hour from 6:00am to 9:30 pm. Night hour pay is £12.00 per hour from 9:30pm to 6:00am.

There may also be occasional overtime to cover staff annual leave or illness.

How to apply

To apply please send in your CV as soon as possible, quoting reference CJ WN EL and stating what shifts and hours you are willing to do.  CV should be emailed to pajobs@lothiancil.org.uk

Job reference:SM WN

Female personal assistant (PA) required to support a young person with profound learning disabilities, autism and epilepsy who uses a wheelchair full-time and lives in Longniddry.

The young woman has a wicked sense of humour, is fun, bubbly and sociable and is looking for a kindred spirit to help her live life to the full. This could involve helping her to get to youth club on a Thursday night, staying in to enjoy music, messing about on the iPad or going out to swimming and other leisure activities.

The PA will need to support the young person with emotional regulation and personal care. There is some moving and assisting in the post as the young person uses a stand aid. Experience of care would be useful. Postholder must be cat and dog friendly.

It is essential that the PA have a full driving licence valid in the UK to drive the young person’s Motability car and either must be a member of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups scheme or willing to join.

The post consists of two shifts per week, one on Wednesday for three hours occurring between 1100 and 1700 (employer can be flexible with times) and Thursday from 1830 to 2100. There will also be an additional 144 hours per year to be used flexibly for respite. This will include a few 24-hour shifts plus some evening work. Dates and times to be negotiated.

Rate of pay is £12.80 per hour.

*Genuine Occupational Requirement

How to apply

For more information, please download a job description here: Download SM WN job description January 2026.  To apply please send your CV plus covering letter to pajobs@lothiancil.org.uk and quote reference SM WN.

Job reference:MF WN ED

Rate of pay: £14.82 per hour (pay rise pending) for the appropriate qualifications/skills.

Two female (GOR) PAs required to join a team supporting a disabled lady in her late 30s who is autistic and has learning disabilities. She can be very anxious when out and about and requires support from understanding, encouraging and positive staff on a 1:1 basis. Her interests largely lie in music, dance, theatre, cinema and history. She and her team are working to improve her independent living skills. She requires support with some personal care, light domestic duties, making snacks and some meals, and with her emotional and social support.

The post is suitable for post graduate students wanting practical experience of working with people with intellectual disabilities and/or people with a background in allied healthcare, psychology and psychotherapies, or nursing. Most importantly, staff must have empathy and patience.

Paid person-specific training will be provided.

You will be part of a team of 6 to 8 people. Support hours will be mostly from 9am to 5pm but can be flexible, and can include some evening shifts. Currently we have a particular need for a team member with some availability on Tuesdays, Friday and/or Saturdays but this may change. Applications from people, like students, wanting to work 15 hours per week or less welcome. Rotas are scheduled in advance across the team’s availability. Pay is monthly in arrears. Further details can be discussed in advance of or at interview.

Person specification

Essential

-A positive, caring, learning and “can do” attitude

-Empathy, patience, reliability and flexibility

-Good communication and listening skills

-Good team working skills

-Be appropriately confident in taking the initiative

-IT skills

-Respect for confidentiality

-Non-smoker

-Requirement to join the adult PVG scheme

Desirable

-Knowledge of, and interest in, relaxation techniques

-Knowledge of, and interest in, nutrition and exercise eg swimming

-Shared interests

-Clean driving licence and access to a car

-A sense of humour

How to apply

Please apply as soon as possible by sending in your CV and covering letter to pajobs@lothiancil.org.uk and remember to quote job reference MF WN ED.

Job reference:DG AM WLC

We are looking for a reliable and approachable person to assist a disabled man with general household tasks, support, and feeding through a JEG tube, for which training can be provided.

There are up to 16 hours a week available and you will be helping to support an existing PA as part of a team. Hours can be worked flexibly over 7 days as negotiated with the employer.

Note: Please note the post is subject to PVG scheme membership check and if you are not a member you’ll be asked to join before a formal offer could be made.

If interested please email your CV to pajobs@lothiancil.org.uk or call our 24 hours recruitment line on 0131 475 2558, please leave your name, email or postal address and Job Ref. DG AM WLC

How to apply

Please apply as soon as possible by sending in your CV and covering letter to pajobs@lothiancil.org.uk and remember to quote job reference AM DG WLC.

Job reference:NJ WN ED

Are you an enthusiastic, bubbly Personal Assistant? I am a vibrant and fun-loving lady, who perhaps fails to understand that she’s too old to be doing a full-time PhD! (in an exciting period of Scottish history!)

After multiple leg and knee injuries, at present I am unable to stand for more than about five minutes, ditto am unable to walk more than distance of a few feet within my house. I am looking to fill multiple timeslots during days and early evenings each week for this at home help, enabling me to regain freedom and independence within own my home.

Lucky enough to have lived in several European capitals, I really love Italian and French cuisine. But alas, I now am unexpectedly diagnosed with diabetes type two.

So I am moving towards a vegan diet to quickly alleviate rapidly escalating blood sugar. An important aspect of the work is cooking daily meals. Any experience with vegan cooking would be an added plus.

Rate of pay is £12.87 per hour.

Shift times to be negotiated. Please state in your cover letter how many shifts you wish to do and indicate your availability, by day and by time (morning, afternoon and early evening assistance is needed throughout the week).

Total hours available up to 20 hours weekly. Support hours would be mostly in the morning, plus late afternoon-early evening shifts; each shift would be about 2-2.5 hours.

Applications from people looking to work for only one slot a week are welcome!

The post is suitable for and has been particularly successful with students or those with a background in healthcare-related fields.

How to apply

To apply, please send in your CV along with cover letter, setting out why you would be well suited to this position. Send these to: Eleanor.Johnson2021@gmail.com and quote reference NJ WN Ed.

For more information on the post, please download the job description here: Download NJ WN ED job description 2026

Job reference:

Client – fun loving 33 yrs old

2 positions are available and would be suitable for university students or anyone looking for parttime yet fulfilling employment, with the opportunity of additional hours on occasions.

1 x POSITION (20 hrs min) £14.82 P HR (days negotiable)

7am – 9.30am 2 days per week

7am – 2.30pm 1 day per week

3.00pm – 10.30pm 1 day per week

1 x POSITION (15 hrs min) £14.82 P HR (days negotiable)

4.30pm – 6.30pm/ 9.30pm – 10.30pm 5 days per week

Closing date – 20^th February 2026

Interviews – February 2026

Start date – Immediate 2026 once PVG has been received

No experience needed for either position as full training will be given & working in conjunction with other team members.

A fun loving, mischievous, enthusiastic and caring 33 year old woman with disabilities, who loves living life to the full (Central Edinburgh) is looking to employ two life enabling companions. She is seeking dynamic, energetic persons to join a team of personal assistants that will bring friendship, confidence and laughter into her daily living.

These are unique positions which would be ideally suited to proactive fun loving people who also have a love of animals, dogs in particular as the client is on the waiting list for a replacement assistance dog (Canine Partner). Your role for position one will be to enhance the client’s confidence, helping to further her social activities and to help support her on occasions with her activities brought into her own home dependant on days worked – music weekly and Bobath physiotherapy every other week.

The nature of the two roles is companionship and supporting her to live life independently within her own home. The client requires assistance with meals and drinking, personal care and leisure activities, and loves the outdoors. You must be of a caring and friendly nature with a good sense of humour and most importantly, a love of fun!

Good communication skills are essential and so the successful applicant must be native speaker ie fluent in English (spoken/ written) and have excellent listening skills.

Note: The 2 posts are subject to the PVG scheme.

How to apply

If interested please complete and return an application form as soon as possible. For more information and an application form please obtain by downloading or by emailing pajobs@lothiancil.org.uk and quoting reference FF26 GI. An application pack for position FF26 GI can be downloaded by clicking here.

Job reference:ST WN ED

I am looking for personal assistants to assist me, a man with Cerebral Palsy, with all aspects of social, domestic and personal tasks.

Essential criteria: PA must be reliable, trustworthy and respect employer’s confidentiality at all times. Good sense of humour with “can do” attitude is required. Flexibility is an essential criterion of the job with regard to working pattern and availability for work. Experience is not essential as training will be provided. PA must be willing to receive on-going training in the job. Driving license would be advantageous but not essential.

Note: The post is subject to satisfactory PVG Scheme membership. if you are not a PVG scheme member you will be asked to join before any formal job offer can be made.

Hours: Relief hours are available, covering daytime and sleepovers.

The rate of pay is £12.87 per hour (plus £110.88 per sleepover where applicable.) Pay rise pending.

How to apply

Please apply as soon as possible either by sending in your CV or completing and returning an application form.

For more information and an application form please obtain an application pack.  This can be downloaded by following this link: Download ST WN Ed Application Pack 2026 or by emailing pajobs@lothiancil.org.uk and quoting reference ST WN ED.

To send in a CV please email pajobs@lothiancil.org.uk and remember to quote reference ST WN ED.

Job reference:NB CG

We are urgently looking for a female PA/carer to care for a 24-year-old young woman with learning disabilities and mental health problems who is due to be discharged from hospital. So, the carer required is to start immediately.

The job:

You will be helping with personal care, household tasks, companionship and going out and about.

You will be sharing the support with another personal assistant. 15/16

hours per week. Hours are flexible.

Mondays, Thursdays, 1-6pm

Fridays and Sundays flexible hours

Hours and rate of pay: £15ph

Person Specification:

Ideally, you will have a happy bubbly personality with lots of banter to keep the young woman going and keeping her busy with activities. She’s a girly girl and loves music, dance and makeup.

You will preferably be a driver with your own car.

You must hold or apply for PVG.

*Genuine Occupational Requirement

How to apply

To download an application pack please click the link NB CG Application Pack 2026, or call our recruitment line on 0131 475 2558 quoting the job reference NB CG.

Closing date: Open

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.

Job reference:SW CG

Job Description

Job Title:             Personal Assistant

Wages:                £15 per hour

Hours:                  2 hours, any time Tuesdays after 4.00pm or Wednesdays 10.30-5.00pm, occasional cover 2 hours over the weekend.

Location:            Edinburgh

Contract:             Zero hours, with holiday pay

Hello! I’m a wheelchair user, with a professional background in academia, third sector, government and the arts. These days I work full-time from home, running a social enterprise. I’m looking for someone to provide me with reliable, regular support for 2 hours any time every Tuesday after 4.00pm, or Wednesdays 10.30-5.00pm, and occasional 2-hour cover for my weekend PA if she’s off. I need support with things around the house and minor personal care. Exactly what time can be flexible, by agreement. There may sometimes be scope for additional hours if needed and it suits you.

Attitude is important. I need practical support to get on with my life. I don’t need ‘looking after’ and protecting! Attention to detail matters, e.g. I have limited reach, so I need PAs to remember to leave things where I can reach them. Good communication is important too, e.g. if you’re unavoidably going to be late. I sometimes work with senior people in government and elsewhere, so confidentiality is a must. Previous experience of providing support to a disabled person would be helpful, but it isn’t essential if you’re willing to learn. And it’s obviously important (for both of us!) that we get on well.

I have some respiratory and other issues which mean I’m still at clinical risk from Covid, so I need my PAs to be careful about ensuring my safety, e.g. by wearing a mask in the house (I can supply). Happy to talk through any queries or concerns around this.

You will need to have, or be able to get, a National Insurance Number and to be or become a member of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) scheme (https://www.mygov.scot/pvg-scheme). This is now a requirement for all such care roles in Scotland. Please don’t let that put you off. I am very happy to assist you with these if necessary.

Thanks so much for your interest!

Key tasks

• Carry out routine basic housework at my direction, e.g. wash up, cleaning, laundry, put clothes away, water plants, fill kettle, put shopping away, etc.
• Assist with minor personal care, as required, e.g. help with compression socks, or to put a coat on.
• Occasional shopping, collect prescriptions, post letters, etc.
• Occasionally assist with food preparation, as required.
• Undertake other tasks that need doing around the house – and garden if you’re up for it! – as may reasonably be required.
• Take all possible Covid-safety measures.
• Possibly accompany me, e.g. to (very occasional) in-person seminars, meetings, medical appointments.
• Support efficient effective administration related to this role, e.g. promptly check and sign timesheets, provide me with prompt information if you change address.

Person specification

Essential things you need:

• Good organisational skills
• Good listening skills
• Reliability and punctuality
• Flexible approach
• Attention to detail, thoroughness
• Happy to be directed but also able to use initiative appropriately when needed.
• Have, or be willing and able to get, a National Insurance Number and membership of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) scheme.

Desirable things you might have:

• Previous experience of supporting a disabled person, or of living or working with a disabled person.
• Interest/s in any of the following: social policy, sociology, economics, politics, equality, the arts, clinical science, environment, health and social care, aerosol physics/ clean air technology.

How to apply

To download an application pack please  the link Application pack February 2026 or call our recruitment line on 0131 475 2558 quoting Job Ref: SW CG.

No closing date for application but I would like to fill the post as soon as possible.

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.

Job reference:OB WN

Rate of pay £15 per hour.

I am looking for Personal Assistants who are friendly and approachable with a good sense of humour. They must be able to give me the space I need to continue developing but also guide me. Someone who is lively and fun, who loves music, singing and reading stories to others. A reliable, punctual and honest individual.

It is essential that the postholder have experience of supporting people with autism or learning difficulties including being able to support with emotional dysregulation. An interest in alternative therapies would also be beneficial. The postholder must be a member of the PVG scheme or willing to join. As a Personal Assistant is required to work one to one, it is important that the employer and employee maintain an open and honest relationship.

An important part of the job is supporting me with my diet. Full training in this will be provided.

After you have spent significant time getting to know me, you will have the option to learn about my enzyme therapy. Please note that you will already be able to calculate percentages confidently using a calculator to be able to carry out the enzyme therapy.

Working hours are 9-hour shifts. There is the possibility of extra hours some evenings and cover for respite including overnight. Day or days to be agreed. I live on the 44 bus route (EH8).

There is a total of three nine-hour shifts to be filled per week. The employer would prefer two personal assistants, one doing one shift per week and the other two shifts per week.

Applications from people looking to do only one nine-hour shift per week welcome.

How to apply

Please state in your application how many shifts you are hoping to do.

For more information please download a job description here: Download OB WN job description 2026

Please apply as soon as possible by emailing your CV to pajobs@lothiancil.org.uk and quoting reference OB WN.

Job reference:AM AK EL

We are looking for a local personal assistant, for a 12-year-old boy, to accompany him to activities (or Social Activities)

He has been diagnosed with ASD, ADHD, severs disease (which causes pain upon walking), chronic fatigue, and an autoimmune condition which affects his access to education and quality of life.

He loves computing and has an interest in coding and the mechanics of how things work but we would also like him to experience some real life learning, such as getting on a bus independently and going out for food, etc.

Kindness, reliability, a positive, flexible attitude and clear communication are key qualities for this role. A good sense of humour and a caring attitude will also help you connect and make a real difference while supporting a fun, happy child.

Person specification

– A reliable, caring, kind and clear communicator

– Someone with a younger sibling or relative who is neurodivergent, or who has neurodiversity training

– An interest in child led activity time both indoors and outdoors

– An interest in computers, coding and the mechanics of how things work

– Your own car and the relevant business insurance would be desirable but not essential

Hours and rate of pay: 2 hours a week, or 4 hours every 2 weeks, to be discussed, Monday or Tuesday, £12.60ph

How to apply

Please send your CV and covering letter to pajobs@lothiancil.org.uk, quoting Job Ref: AM AK EL

Closing date: Monday 2nd March 2026

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.

Job reference:AT ED

Rate of pay £14.82 per hour.

We are looking for 1 or 2 PAs to support a young autistic woman with cerebral palsy to lead her life. She wishes to become more independent and now she is in her 20s wants to enjoy new experiences, meet like-minded people and make friends.

The young woman is engaging and outgoing, she uses a wheelchair to mobilise and is looking to build up her independence within the house, develop independent travel skills and gain confidence to access activities/college courses/volunteering.

Experience of working in social care is preferable and an understanding of cerebral palsy and/or autism is desirable. Access to a car and/or a driving licence is also preferable as it opens up more possibilities to go places and do activities.

Hours and Rates of Pay

The successful candidates would work 15-20 hours each a week. However, this could be more or fewer hours, depending on availability and suitability of the individuals. Applications from people looking for 15 hours per week or less welcome.

The post will be offered subject to successful interview and references. The young woman also likes to make sure there is a good connection with the people who support her and so part of the application process is completing a paid trial shift.

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.  This can be downloaded here: Download AT ED Application pack 2026 or by emailing pajobs@lothiancil.org.uk and quoting reference AT ED.

Job reference:SDM

Closing date: 28 th of February 2026

The aim of the job is to provide the assistance required by the employer, a disabled man through a rugby injury.

Previous experience is not in any way necessary. An open mind, honesty and a sense of humour are probably the most important attributes to bring to the table. It also requires an ability to listen to requests and directions, the ability to diligently and competently execute these instructions, and the capacity to also show initiative and work without the need for supervision. Getting the right assistance at the right time is a huge help to leading my life independently.

The person should be honest, reliable & punctual as well as reasonably flexible. Have a good sense of humour, be enthusiastic, practical and hygienic. A respect for privacy and confidentiality are essential. Basic computer skills and a driving licence would be a bonus, but not at all essential.

I’m interested in all kinds of sport, particularly going to Murrayfield and local rugby matches, going to the cinema, music of almost all varieties, particularly folk music, world and current affairs, social anthropology, the festival & all sorts of extra curricular activities including beekeeping!

The position is permanent with paid holidays and pension contributions and with a potential for additional hours as part of holiday/sickness cover if those extra hours are suitable to the successful applicant. Extra permanent hours may also be negotiable.

How to apply

How to apply

To apply please obtain and application form. An application pack for PA vacancy SDM can be downloaded by clicking here.

Alternatively email pajobs@lothiancil.org.uk quoting Job Ref: SDM

Job reference:CJ LM

Permanent contract , rewarding  job experience.

Disabled woman, former Paralympian in swimming, Boccia and athletics with varied interests, a cracking bubbly and cheeky personality and a great sense of humour, is looking to employ female personal assistants to support her with all aspects of daily life.

Employer enjoys reading, music, and is writing her biography at the moment.

Support includes assistance with personal care and learning about employer’s support needs (catheter) etc.

Essential criteria: friendly, approachable, reliable with a “can do” attitude who will respect employer’s choices and independence. Cooking skills would be an advantage but not essential. Employer has a cat so applicant should be comfortable with this.

This post is for 19.5 hours per week and three sleepovers.

Tuesday night 9.30pm to 11.00pm then sleepover 9 hours

Wednesday morning 8.00am to 1.00 pm

Wednesday night 9.30pm to 11.00pm then sleepover 9 hours

Thursday morning 8.00am to 1.00pm

Thursday night 9.30pm to 11.00pm then sleepover 9 hours

Friday morning 8.00am to 1.00pm

The rate of pay is £14.82 per hour for daytime hours and £12.32 per hour for sleepovers.

Note: posts subject to a PVG Scheme membership check and if you are not a member, you will be asked to join before any formal offer could be made.

*Genuine Occupation Requirement

How to apply

To apply:

You can download an application form here Application Pack CJ LM. Alternatively, please email pajobs@lothiancil.org.uk or call LCIL on 0131 475 2350.  Quote Job Ref: CJ LM and give your name and postal or email address.

Please apply as soon as possible.

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.

Job reference:JKM CG

Rate of Pay: £15 per hour
Hours: 20 hours per week (mostly evenings)
Location: At home

About the Role

We are seeking a caring, patient and reliable Personal Assistant to support a man living with Parkinson’s and Parkinson’s dementia. The PA will assist with personal care, evening routines, meal support, and social engagement.

Key Responsibilities

Personal Care Tasks

• Assistance getting into bed in the evenings.
• Assistance with showering or bathing.
• Assistance with dressing and undressing.
• Assistance with brushing teeth.
• Assistance with eating and drinking.

Social & Support Tasks

• Providing company and entertainment during evening hours.
• Supporting with leisure activities such as music, board games, reading or similar hobbies.
• Assisting with sending/reading text messages or simple correspondence.
• Going for short walks or gentle outings when the weather improves.

  Additional Information

• Employment will be under Self‑Directed Support (SDS) Option 1, where the individual/family acts as the employer.
• Evening availability is essential.

Please read the attached Person Specification document before applying, thanks.

How to apply

You can download an application form to the following link Application Pack JKM CG and read about person specification here: Person Specification JKM CG . Alternatively, please email pajobs@lothiancil.org.uk or call LCIL on 0131 475 2350, quoting Job Ref: JKM CG and giving your name and postal or email address.

CV with a short introduction outlining your relevant experience, availability, and why you feel suited for this role are also accepted and should be sent to pajobs@lothiancil.org.uk .

Closing date: Friday 27 th February 2026

Informal interviews may be arranged to ensure a good personal match, in line with PA recruitment practice in Scotland.

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.