Personal Assistant (Ref: SDS/ZN/318803)

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

Job summary

A local support organization seeks a kind and reliable female personal assistant to support a cheerful 6-year-old boy on weekends in Scotland. The ideal candidate should have a caring attitude, good sense of humour, and be vigilant. Responsibilities include personal care, safety supervision, and engagement in outdoor activities. Applicants should have experience in caring roles and willingness to obtain PVG membership.

Qualifications

• Experience in caring roles or child support.
• Willingness to undergo PVG checks.
• Flexibility in coordinating with another assistant.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and hygiene support.
• Ensure safety and close supervision.
• Administer emergency medication if required.
• Engage with the child in outdoor activities.
• Maintain a clean and allergy-free environment.

Skills

Caring attitude

Ability to engage in activities

Vigilance

Sense of humour

Job description

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

Hours: Up to 4 hours per week (weekends).

Contract: Permanent.

PVG Membership required or willingness to apply.

We’re looking for a kind, reliable, and patient personal assistant to support a cheerful 6-year-old boy at weekends. He’s non-verbal but expressive, and he enjoys music, animals, art, and outdoor play.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide personal care (eczema cream, assistance in buggy)
• Keep the child safe (supervise closely due to risk of running off or going with strangers)
• Support with emergency oral medication for allergies
• Offer comfort and reassurance (hugs when distressed)
• Engage in outdoor and sensory activities
• Maintain a clean vehicle environment (due to allergies)

The family prefers a non-smoker.

You should have a good sense of humour, be vigilant, and have a caring, flexible approach. Ideally, you can coordinate hours with a second assistant supporting the child’s brother.

How to Apply

Please send your CV quoting Job Reference: SDS/ZN/318803 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.