Personal Assistant - 8 Hours Per Week - St Andrews SDS/MM/304176

Self Direct Support Options Fife; Glenrothes; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Self Direct Support Options Fife is seeking a reliable male Personal Assistant to support a 15-year-old autistic young man in St Andrews. The role focuses on empowering his growing independence through fun, safe community activities.

You will help with everyday life skills such as using public transport and making simple purchases, while ensuring outings like meals, cinema visits, and walks are enjoyable and respectful.

Qualifications

• PVG-registered (or willing to join PVG).
• Respectful and encouraging approach.
• Ability to engage a 15-year-old in community activities.

Responsibilities

• Support daily life skills and independence through outings.
• Help with using public transport, ordering food, and buying tickets.
• Ensure outings are enjoyable and safe with respectful interaction.

Skills

Respectful & Encouraging

PVG-registered

Flexible & Enthusiastic

Job description

We’re looking for a reliable and engaging male Personal Assistant to support a 15-year-old autistic young man in St Andrews. This role is all about empowering him to grow his independence while having fun in the community.

You’ll help him practice everyday life skills like using public transport, ordering food, or buying tickets — all while going on enjoyable outings like walks, meals out, or cinema trips. He’s keen to try new things and needs someone who will treat him with respect and encouragement.

We’re looking for someone who is:

• Respectful and encouraging
• PVG-registered (or willing to join)
• Flexible and enthusiastic about making outings enjoyable and safe

You’ll be working closely with the young man and his family, helping shape meaningful experiences and skills that will last a lifetime.