ID Badges for PAs
Pre-Covid, Personal Assistants (PAs) did not have a nationally recognised form of ID to demonstrate proof of employment as a key worker if and when required.
However, from March 2022, the Personal Assistants Network Scotland (PANS), has offered ID badges, approved by the Scottish Government, free to all PANS members.
PA ID Badges are available to all PAs currently working as a PA in Scotland. PAs will need to provide their Employer’s contact details for verification that they are working as PA. This information is not retained and will be deleted when a verification / reply has been received.
To Join the PA Network Scotland and apply for your free PA ID Badge, visit the PANS website.
Other benefits of ID badges for PAs include
- Identifying you as a PA when you are accompanying your employer away from their home address
- Evidencing entitlement to free or discounted companion tickets for leisure activities (eg. swimming or cinema), events (eg. conferences) or travel (eg. train or bus travel)
- Access to other PANS benefits such as recognised discount cards, discounted union membership, insurance links, dedicated training workshops and offers
- Increasing the recognition and awareness of the role of PAs.
Please note that a PA ID badge is optional – there is no expectation that all PAs have one.
Ordering your PA ID badge
A free PA ID Badge can be applied for only when joining the PA Network Scotland membership.
Apply for your badge on the PA Network Scotland website.
The application process involves:
- Uploading a passport style photograph (head and shoulders), and giving:
- Your name
- Your home address
- Your email address
- Your employer’s name
- Your employer’s contact details – for verification that you are working as PA. This information is not retained and will be deleted when a verification reply has been received.
Your free ID badge will come with a badge holder and a PANS lanyard, delivery will be via registered mail.
The application process is secure and fully GDPR compliant.
Membership of the PA Network Scotland
All PAs who join the PA Network Scotland will automatically be eligible for a free ID badge.
As a member of PANS, you will have access to resources, employment information, tailored training opportunities, news and events. The PANS website is designed to suit the needs of PAs and provide a platform where their voices, opinions and suggestions can be heard. PANS membership is free and helps and supports PAs across Scotland.
Next steps
Visit the PA Network Scotland website to become a member and get your free ID badge.