Signposting to extra material
While we have found these websites helpful in preparing this course, we cannot take responsibility for accuracy of information on external websites, and advise individuals to check their legal rights and duties.
Partners and local support
These local organisations have supported the development of this course with invaluable guidance and feedback. They can offer support to disabled people with training, recruitment, payroll and advice services.
Most of them also advertise vacancies for personal assistants.
Glasgow Centre for Independent Living
Independent Living Alternatives
West of England Centre for Independent Living
If you live in a region which is not covered by these groups, then please search here
General information
Aimed at disabled people who employ personal assistants, including peer support.
Being in Control: Getting Personal Assistants (PAs)
The Rough Guide to Managing Personal Assistants
Employing your own care and support
Tax and National Insurance when employing someone in your own home
Disclosure and Barring Service checks
Individual Employer and Workplace Pension Schemes for Personal Assistants
Insurance – Employer’s Liability Insurance & Public Liability Insurance
Information about national minimum wage
The Role of Personal Assistants in Disability Support
The Role of Personal Assistants in Disability Support
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