Welcome to PANS – Personal Assistants Network Scotland.

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

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

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All of Scotland : PANS Members Group meetings

17 December 2024

After our 2nd successful PANS Members Group meeting last week, we took some notes for those who couldn’t attend this time.  Dec 24 PANS Members Group Meeting Notes Our next…

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All of Scotland : Changes to the Disclosure system in Scotland

10 December 2024

The changes to the current PVG scheme in Scotland are due to be implemented in April 2025, yes that’s now only a few months away! If you support someone using…

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All of Scotland : PANS Members Group meetings

3 December 2024

The meetings are online via Teams and open to all members; it is a safe space to talk about any issues or topics that are important. We are here to…