Personal Assistant - Kirkcaldy - 25 Hours Per Week (SDS/KD/270510)
| Posting date: | 08 June 2026 |
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| Salary: | £13.45 per hour |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 08 July 2026 |
| Location: | Kirkcaldy, Fife |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Self Direct Support Options Fife |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | SDS/KD/270510 |
Summary
We are recruiting 2 Personal Assistants (2:1 care, each PA working 25 hours per week) to support a bright, energetic 17-year-old young woman with autism, a learning disability and a physical disability to live life to the fullest in the Kirkcaldy area.
You will provide 2:1 support to help her enjoy a range of activities, including swimming and outdoor trips to the park for a game of football. She also enjoys going out for lunch and listening to music.
As she prepares to leave school, we are seeking proactive staff who can suggest and plan new activities and destinations that match her interests. She particularly enjoys travelling in the car, so community outings and day trips will be a key part of the role.
When out in the community, our client sometimes uses a wheelchair as an additional support, so the successful candidates will require to be physically active, patient and positive. Developing a trusting, supportive relationship will be central to your work.
As the role involves supporting her in the community, a full driving licence is essential. Some personal care may be required in the future; the family will provide guidance and support to ensure you feel confident meeting her needs, should this become necessary.
Applicants should bring a caring nature, plenty of patience, a good sense of humour, and a reliable, flexible approach to work. Experience is an advantage but not essential.
This role requires an enhanced PVG (Protecting Vulnerable Groups) check.
We would ask that you write a small paragraph about yourself which will allow the family to gain a better idea of why you would like to have this post.
To apply for this post please submit a copy of your CV quoting the job reference number SDS/ KD/270510 by email recruitment@sdsoptionsfife.org.uk or by post to SDS Options (Fife), DPHS Fife, Caledonia House, Pentland Park, Saltire Centre, Glenrothes, Fife, KY6 2AL
SDS Options Fife is advertising this vacancy on behalf of our client and are not the employer and cannot endorse any applicant and/or employer.
You will provide 2:1 support to help her enjoy a range of activities, including swimming and outdoor trips to the park for a game of football. She also enjoys going out for lunch and listening to music.
As she prepares to leave school, we are seeking proactive staff who can suggest and plan new activities and destinations that match her interests. She particularly enjoys travelling in the car, so community outings and day trips will be a key part of the role.
When out in the community, our client sometimes uses a wheelchair as an additional support, so the successful candidates will require to be physically active, patient and positive. Developing a trusting, supportive relationship will be central to your work.
As the role involves supporting her in the community, a full driving licence is essential. Some personal care may be required in the future; the family will provide guidance and support to ensure you feel confident meeting her needs, should this become necessary.
Applicants should bring a caring nature, plenty of patience, a good sense of humour, and a reliable, flexible approach to work. Experience is an advantage but not essential.
This role requires an enhanced PVG (Protecting Vulnerable Groups) check.
We would ask that you write a small paragraph about yourself which will allow the family to gain a better idea of why you would like to have this post.
To apply for this post please submit a copy of your CV quoting the job reference number SDS/ KD/270510 by email recruitment@sdsoptionsfife.org.uk or by post to SDS Options (Fife), DPHS Fife, Caledonia House, Pentland Park, Saltire Centre, Glenrothes, Fife, KY6 2AL
SDS Options Fife is advertising this vacancy on behalf of our client and are not the employer and cannot endorse any applicant and/or employer.