Welcome to PANS – Personal Assistants Network Scotland.

PA Network Scotland is a unique kind of community created for PAs working in Scotland. It's a place to connect with other PAs and share your experiences, you can access valuable tips and useful relevant resources.

You’ll find information about employment, training, your health & wellbeing, news and events as well as exclusive offers available only to members. You just need to be working as a PA to be eligible to apply for your PANS membership and ID badge.

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Resources, Training, and Support for PAs

Resources and Training Courses

Fantastic resources and training to make your life easier as a personal assistant in Scotland.

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PA Jobs Hub

Fulfilling roles across Scotland and employment guidance to reduce stress and boost your confidence.

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Become part of something special, with advice, a place to have your voice heard, and bags of practical benefits. More importantly, gain the confidence to provide the right support and find your purpose as a personal assistant.

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“Everyone at PANS has been extremely encouraging, knowledgeable and helpful. I have been given such friendly, positive, non-judgmental advice on setting out as a new PA. I would highly recommend reaching out to them.”

A personal assistant

Inverness /Highland region

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Who are PANS?

A joint initiative between the Scottish Government and WEA, PANS is a space exclusively for personal assistants working in Scotland. Here is a space where you can learn, find support and share your views, to help provide the best care you can with the support you need.

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Latest PANS Member News & Events

News

All of Scotland : Changes to the Disclosure system in Scotland – Effective April 2025

17 February 2025

The changes to the current PVG scheme in Scotland are due to be implemented in April 2025, yes that’s now only a 6 weeks away! Feb 2025 Disclosure Update If…

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All of Scotland : PANS Members Group meetings

10 February 2025

After our 3rd successful PANS Members Group meeting last week, we took some notes for those who couldn’t attend this time.  Feb 25 PANS Members Group Meeting Notes  We had…

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All of Scotland : Have Your Say Workforce Wellbeing Survey

29 January 2025

This is the first Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) Have Your Say Workforce Wellbeing Survey. We’ve commissioned Progressive Partnership, an independent research company, to conduct this survey. This survey aims to…