Personal Assistant (Ref: SDS/SN/318801)

Self Direct Support Options Fife; Scotland; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A supportive care organization in Scotland is seeking a dedicated personal assistant to aid a 9-year-old boy who is non-verbal and uses a wheelchair. The ideal candidate will be calm, caring, and patient, enjoying engaging with music and outdoor activities. The role involves personal care support, constant supervision, and encouraging sensory play. This is a permanent contract offering up to 4 hours of work per week, primarily on weekends.

Qualifications

• Must be a female as per Occupational Requirement.
• PVG Membership required or willingness to apply.
• Experience or comfort with supporting non-verbal children preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support with personal care and wheelchair use.
• Provide constant supervision.
• Encourage sensory activities and play.
• Engage with music and outdoor interests.

Skills

Patience

Reliability

Comfort with physical contact

Job description

Overview

We’re looking for a calm, caring, and attentive personal assistant to support a 9-year-old boy who is non-verbal and uses a wheelchair. He enjoys music, rhymes, physical affection, and outdoor fun.

Requirements

Occupational Requirement: Female only (Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9)

Occupational Requirement: Female only (Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9)

Details

Hours: Up to 4 hours per week (weekends)

Contract: Permanent

PVG Membership required or willingness to apply

Duties & Responsibilities

• Support with personal care and wheelchair use
• Provide constant supervision (risk of running off, mouthing unsafe objects)
• Encourage sensory activities and play
• Engage with music and outdoor interests
• Ensure car is clean and safe if used
• Work alongside another PA supporting his sibling

A non-smoker is preferred. You must be patient, reliable, and comfortable with physical contact.

How to Apply

Please send your CV quoting Job Reference: SDS/SN/318801 to [e-mail] or by post to SDS Options Fife, DPHS Fife, Caledonia House, Pentland Park, Saltire Centre, Glenrothes, Fife, KY6 2AQ

Disclaimer

SDS Options Fife is advertising this vacancy on behalf of our client. We are not the employer and cannot endorse any applicant or employer.