Welcome to PANS – Personal Assistants Network Scotland.
A unique kind of community created for PAs working in Scotland - a place to connect with others, access valuable tips and useful resources.
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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
Who are PANS?
A joint initiative between the Scottish Government and WEA, PANS is a space exclusively for personal assistants working in Scotland, 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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All of Scotland : Employment Rights Bill Briefing – Unite the Union
6 February 2026Zero Hours Contracts New right for qualifying workers to guaranteed hours. Form of GHO (Guaranteed Hours Offer) GHO should reflect actual hours worked during the relevant reference period. Reasonable notice…
All of Scotland : Introduction to Sighted Guide Training
6 February 2026There are currently 2 million people in the UK living with Sight Loss and this is expected to double by the year 2050. By learning some of the simple sighted…
All of Scotland : PANS Questionnaire 2025 Results
16 January 2026Training: 15% of respondent have no formal qualifications relating to the PA role. 10% of respondents have basic qualifications including first aid, administering medicines, etc. When asked what prevents them…