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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.”
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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 : Adult Social Care Pay Uplift – Guidance for the Personal Assistants Workforce
19 March 2026What does this guidance relate to? An increase in Self-Directed Support (SDS) Option 1 Budgets will take place which will allow for a pay uplift for the Personal Assistant workforce….
All of Scotland : Working Well Together: A PA Skills Programme
5 March 2026A 6-session online learning programme for Personal Assistants who want practical skills, a clear training plan, and an easy way to access ongoing learning. This course supports PAs to…
All of Scotland : 📣 NEW Member Benefit – Awareness Courses
1 March 2026Introducing a NEW PANS Member Benefit – Professional Development We now offer 10 online training courses free of charge to PANS Members. PAs can complete up to four courses –…