Personal Assistant Required – Newton Mearns

3hpw – Permanent

Drivers licence & own car

SUPPORT A FUN & LIVELY 17-YEAR-OLD TO GET OUT AND

ENJOY THE THINGS HE LOVES

We’re looking for a friendly and reliable Personal Assistant to support a 17-year-old autistic boy who is lively, funny and generally lots of

fun!

The role will mainly involve a weekly outing, helping him get out into the community and enjoy activities such as country park walks, swimming, trips to The Yard and going for drives.

 

KEY ACTIVITIES

Country Park walks & community outings

Swimming and activities

Going for drives

Supporting independence & communication

Providing personal care

Occasional evening support at home

 

WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR

. Experience supporting people with additional support needs (ASN)

. Friendly, patient and reliable

. Comfortable providing personal care

. Driver with own car essential

. PVG checked

. Able to build a positive relationship and have fun!

 

HOURS

The role is 3 hours per week, with the weekly outing rotating between a

weekday and weekend day, mutually agreed.

 

There may also be occasional evening overtime, approximately once every three months.

 

WHAT MAKES THIS ROLE SPECIAL?

A great opportunity to build a positive relationship with a fun young person while supporting him to get out, enjoy activities and experience more of his

community.

 

To apply – please email your CV to admin@sdsforumer.org before 6th November 2026