Personal Assistant

Self Direct Support Options Fife; Glenrothes; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A personal care service in Glenrothes is seeking a caring and enthusiastic personal assistant to support a sociable 25-year-old man. The role involves assisting with community outings, in-home care, and ensuring his well-being. Candidates must have a positive attitude, flexibility, and a full driver's licence. This rewarding position offers the chance to make a meaningful difference in someone's life while working as part of a support team.

Qualifications

• Care experience preferred.
• Full driver's licence is essential.
• Willingness to join the PVG scheme required.

Responsibilities

• Support community outings and fun activities.
• Help with in-home care in the evenings.
• Assist with a blended diet and personal care.
• Use a hoist and support wheelchair mobility.

Skills

Caring attitude

Flexibility

Good sense of humour

Job description

Hourly Rate: £14.00
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: 4 hours on Wednesday, with occasional weekend shifts — more hours available from June

Join the team supporting a Fun‑Loving 25‑Year‑Old Man in Glenrothes. We’re looking for a caring and enthusiastic personal assistant to support a sociable 25‑year‑old man who loves being out and about. Whether it's swimming, music, lunch outings, cinema trips, or time in a sensory room, he enjoys staying active and having fun — and he'd love someone who brings new ideas too.

Evening support is also needed at home, giving his family space to run errands. You’ll be working alongside another PA as part of his support team.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Supporting community outings and fun activities
• Helping with in‑home care in the evenings
• Assisting with a blended diet and personal care
• Using a hoist and supporting wheelchair mobility (training provided)

About Him:

• Non‑verbal, uses a wheelchair
• Enjoys music, sensory activities, the cinema, and meals out
• Happy and friendly, with a great sense of fun

What You’ll Need:

• A caring, positive attitude and good sense of humour
• Flexibility and reliabilityCare experience (preferred)
• Full driver’s licence (essential)
• PVG scheme membership or willingness to join

This is a rewarding, hands‑on role with the chance to make a meaningful difference in someone’s life.

To apply email your CV quoting the job reference to [e-mail] or post to SDS Options (Fife), DPHS Fife, Caledonia House, Pentland Park, Saltire Centre, Glenrothes, Fife, KY6 2AQ

Note: SDS Options Fife is advertising this post on behalf of our client. We are not the employer.