Personal Assistant Required – Dundee

PA Network Scotland; Dundee; Hybrid; GBP 19,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

PA Network Scotland in Dundee is seeking a compassionate personal assistant for a 22-year-old man who has autism. The role involves supporting him to participate in activities he enjoys both at home and in the community, with attention to his needs and anxieties. Some food preparation help may be required.

PVG membership is preferred, and a genuine sense of humor is valued. You will work in a friendly, calm, and creative environment, helping him explore new activities such as gaming, anime,

Qualifications

• PVG membership (or willingness to obtain) is required.
• Experience or understanding of autism.
• Ability to assist with meal preparation.

Responsibilities

• Support participation in activities he enjoys at home and in the community.
• Assist with meal preparation as needed.
• Provide reliable, caring, calm support with a good sense of humor.

Skills

Autism awareness

Creativity

Empathy

Job description

Personal assistant required for a 22-year-old man who has autism and lives with his family in the Dundee area. He has a great sense of humour and enjoys walking, going to the gym, cinema, bowling, and anime. Although he can communicate his needs, he can at times become anxious and upset if he is confused and not understanding the situation. He does not cope with loud noises and will plug himself into his music when using public transport or visiting places that can be noisy. He can find being around children triggering as children are unpredictable and can scream or cry, this can make him very anxious.

He loves gaming and has a YouTube channel where he posts videos he has made. He spends a lot of time in his bedroom so the person supporting him should be creative and empower him to explore and try new activities.

Main Duties:

Support to participating in activities he enjoys at home and in the community.

He has no personal care but may need some assistance preparing food.

Honest, reliable and trustworthy, friendly, caring, sensitive/calm and most importantly a good sense of humor.

Some experience and an understanding of Autism.

PVG membership.

A like of anime would be an added bonus.