Personal Assistant - 10 Hours Per Week- Freuchie (SDS/MM/344168)


Company:	Self Direct Support Options Fife
Salary:	from £15 an hour
Hours:	Part-time
Location:	Glenrothes, KY6 2AQ
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	17 Sept 2026
Closing date:	17 Oct 2026

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Summary

** As this role involves some personal care, the applicant should be either female or non-binary**

We’re on the lookout for a friendly, upbeat, and reliable Personal Assistant to support a lady living with severe ME and Long Covid. If you’re someone who brings positivity, empathy, and a willingness to learn and adapt to her specific needs, you’ll fit right in!

The role involves light personal care, supporting with nutrition, help with medication, and basic household tasks. A key part of the job is medical admin and advocacy: helping prepare for appointments, taking notes, and calling the GP or hospital to advocate for her access needs. Decent IT skills are also important, as our client uses Trello to organise tasks and share resources. On days our client feels up to it, you’ll provide companionship and encouragement to get out into the community.

Because our client requires frequent periods of total sensory rest, the ability to work independently, problem-solve quietly, and maintain a calm, dark environment is essential. You’ll also need to be mindful of allergies/intolerances and recognize signs of an allergic reaction.

Our client is committed to creating a supportive workplace that is inclusive of BME and LGBT+ communities, so it is important that you also share this commitment.

Key Requirements in this role include:

• Driving & Mobility: A full driving licence is essential to drive to appointments and short, gentle outings. You must be physically able to push our client’s wheelchair and load/unload it from the car.

• Infection Control: Wearing a mask during full shift to ensure our clients safety; all masks, tests, and relevant PPE are fully provided.

• Qualities: Caring, dependable, and flexible with a good sense of humour.

• Pets: Dog lovers are especially welcome, as a very cuddly, friendly family dog lives in the home!

Experience in care and Moving & Handling training are helpful, but full training can be arranged — the right attitude and willingness to learn matter most.

Please include a short paragraph about yourself and why you are interested in this role. This will help the family get to know you better.

To apply for this post please submit a copy of your CV quoting the job reference number SDS/MM/344168 by email to 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.

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