Personal Assistant - Cupar - 4 Hours Per Week (more in school holidays) (SDS/TT/323145)
| Posting date: | 10 July 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £12.60 per hour |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 09 August 2025 |
| Location: | KY6 2AQ |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Self Direct Support Options Fife |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | SDS/TT/323145 |
Summary
This is a fun and fulfilling role supporting an 11-year-old boy with Autism and ADHD who loves animals, Lego, and the outdoors. He’s curious and energetic and needs a supportive adult to help him explore and stay safe.
You’ll Be Doing:
• Weekend trips to parks or wildlife centres
• Encouraging creative play and social interaction
• Ensuring safety during outings
• Answering questions and helping him process the world
He may need extra explanation and reassurance, so patience and kindness are essential.
We’re Looking For:
• Someone with a caring, engaging attitude
• A driver with access to a car
• Someone with experience supporting children (preferred)
• Someone observant, active, and understanding
PVG Membership Requirement:
Please note that under the new legal requirements effective from April 2025, all Personal Assistants must be a member of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme.
If you're not already a member, you must be willing to apply and successfully register before starting the role. SDS Options Fife will support applicants through the PVG application process if needed.
To apply send your CV quoting job ref SDS/TT/323145 to recruitment@sdsoptionsfife.org.uk or by post to SDS Options (Fife), DPHS Fife, Caledonia House, Pentland Park, Saltire Centre, Glenrothes, KY6 2AQ
You’ll Be Doing:
• Weekend trips to parks or wildlife centres
• Encouraging creative play and social interaction
• Ensuring safety during outings
• Answering questions and helping him process the world
He may need extra explanation and reassurance, so patience and kindness are essential.
We’re Looking For:
• Someone with a caring, engaging attitude
• A driver with access to a car
• Someone with experience supporting children (preferred)
• Someone observant, active, and understanding
PVG Membership Requirement:
Please note that under the new legal requirements effective from April 2025, all Personal Assistants must be a member of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme.
If you're not already a member, you must be willing to apply and successfully register before starting the role. SDS Options Fife will support applicants through the PVG application process if needed.
To apply send your CV quoting job ref SDS/TT/323145 to recruitment@sdsoptionsfife.org.uk or by post to SDS Options (Fife), DPHS Fife, Caledonia House, Pentland Park, Saltire Centre, Glenrothes, KY6 2AQ