Personal Assistant

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

Job summary

A support organization is seeking a calm and caring female personal assistant to help a non-verbal 9-year-old boy who uses a wheelchair. This permanent role involves up to 4 hours of work per week, primarily on weekends, focusing on personal care and sensory play. The ideal candidate will be patient, reliable, and comfortable with physical contact. PVG Membership is required, as is the ability to ensure safety during activities.

Qualifications

• PVG Membership required or willingness to apply.
• Experience in personal care is appreciated.
• Comfortable with physical contact.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Calm

Caring

Attentive

Patient

Reliable

Job description

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

Hours: Up to 4 hours per week (weekends)

Contract: Permanent

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

PVG Membership required or willingness to apply

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.

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

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