Personal Assistant Required – Barrhead

PA Network Scotland; Barrhead; Remote; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

PA Network Scotland is seeking a friendly Personal Assistant to help a young man with autism and a visual impairment attend clubs and activities and return home safely. You will support travel, personal care, and daily routines, helping him grow independence and social connections while respecting his choices.

This role requires PVG disclosure, driving is preferred but not essential, and right to work in the UK must be shown. The post focuses on person-centred support and empowering independence.

Qualifications

• Experience of children/young people with autism.
• Reliable and trustworthy.
• Patient and understanding.

Responsibilities

• Provide respectful support with personal care.
• Support travel to clubs/activities.
• Encourage independence and friendships in the community.

Skills

Autism experience

Community support

Reliability

Patience

Job description

Days/Times: Some flexibility with hours but to accompany me to & from club on a Wednesday

Start date: soon as possible

About the Person

Could you be the right person to support me? I’m looking for a friendly, reliable Personal Assistant to help me get to my clubs and activities — and home again safely.

I’m a young man with autism and a visual impairment. I’m independent and keen to build my confidence when I’m out, especially in groups and social situations. I can experience separation anxiety which can build up to the occasional melt…

You’ll help me get out and about, enjoy the hobbies I love, grow in independence and build meaningful friendships.

About the Role

Your support will help me feel safe, confident and connected. As my Personal Assistant, you will:

• Provide respectful support with personal care
• Support me to travel safely to and from clubs and activities
• Encourage me to build confidence, independence and friendships in my community

This role is about providing person-centred support and helping me to have choice, control and independence.

PVG: Required for this post

Driving: Preferred but not essential

Other requirements: Proof of Right to Work in the UK required

About You

You don’t need to be a superhero — just someone dependable, kind and ready to make a difference. I’m looking for someone who is:

• Friendly and approachable
• Experience of children/young people with autism
• Reliable and trustworthy
• Patient and understanding
• Respectful of my choices and preferences
• Able to work independently
• Comfortable supporting me in the community

What You Can Expect

• Make a genuine difference every week
• Help me grow in confidence and independence
• Share enjoyable activities that matter to me
• Build a positive working relationship based on trust and respect
• Experience of working with children or adults with Autism and additional support needs.
• Be reliable and punctual
• Respect confidentiality and personal boundaries
• Be able to work on your own initiative
• Be willing to undertake relevant checks/training