Personal Assistant - Dunfermline (SDS/ZD/309516)
| Posting date: | 12 June 2025 |
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| Salary: | £12.60 per hour |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 12 July 2025 |
| Location: | Dunfermline, Fife |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Self Direct Support Options Fife |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | SDS/ZD/309516 |
Summary
Occupational Requirement: Female Applicants Only Please (Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9, Part 1)
Location: Dunfermline
Hours: 7 per week (ideally 2 evenings; flexible start to build trust)
Rate: £12.60 per hour
Contract: Permanent
About the Role
We are seeking a thoughtful and reliable Personal Assistant to support a 13-year-old girl in developing confidence, independence, and emotional regulation. She is autistic and benefits from patient, understanding support in a familiar environment.
The role will begin with home-based support while trust is built. As comfort grows, outings will be introduced. A driver is preferred to help facilitate access to activities, especially on tougher days. You'll be guided by the family regarding food sensitivities and support strategies.
This role is ideal for someone with genuine care, emotional intelligence, and a calm approach.
Duties Include:
• Supporting and accompanying chosen activities
• Offering emotional encouragement
• Suggesting suitable activities and outings
Requirements:
• PVG Scheme membership (or willingness to join)
• Driver preferred
• Experience supporting autistic individuals is desirable
• Genuine, caring nature with a flexible, positive mindset
To Apply:
Please send your CV quoting the reference SDS/ZD/309516 and a short paragraph about yourself and your interest in the role to recruitment@sdsoptionsfife.org.uk or by post to SDS Options (Fife), DPHS Fife, Caledonia House, Pentland Park, Saltire Centre, Glenrothes, Fife, KY6 2AL
Please Note: SDS Options Fife is advertising this vacancy on behalf of the client and is not the employer.
Location: Dunfermline
Hours: 7 per week (ideally 2 evenings; flexible start to build trust)
Rate: £12.60 per hour
Contract: Permanent
About the Role
We are seeking a thoughtful and reliable Personal Assistant to support a 13-year-old girl in developing confidence, independence, and emotional regulation. She is autistic and benefits from patient, understanding support in a familiar environment.
The role will begin with home-based support while trust is built. As comfort grows, outings will be introduced. A driver is preferred to help facilitate access to activities, especially on tougher days. You'll be guided by the family regarding food sensitivities and support strategies.
This role is ideal for someone with genuine care, emotional intelligence, and a calm approach.
Duties Include:
• Supporting and accompanying chosen activities
• Offering emotional encouragement
• Suggesting suitable activities and outings
Requirements:
• PVG Scheme membership (or willingness to join)
• Driver preferred
• Experience supporting autistic individuals is desirable
• Genuine, caring nature with a flexible, positive mindset
To Apply:
Please send your CV quoting the reference SDS/ZD/309516 and a short paragraph about yourself and your interest in the role to recruitment@sdsoptionsfife.org.uk or by post to SDS Options (Fife), DPHS Fife, Caledonia House, Pentland Park, Saltire Centre, Glenrothes, Fife, KY6 2AL
Please Note: SDS Options Fife is advertising this vacancy on behalf of the client and is not the employer.