Self Directed Support
Recruitment
If you require a Personal Assistant, we are here to help you find the best possible person to support your personal needs with access to The Disability Resource Centre matching service.
In addition to this we can help:
– Support you with drafting personalised job adverts and placing them on chosen publications or recruitment websites
– Assistance with developing job descriptions and specifications; personalised to individual needs Support with short-listing suitable candidates for interview
– Support you with planning and conducting interviews including note taking
– Draw up a suitable employment contract and offer letters to successful candidates
– Conducting a Disclosure and Barring Service check (DBS check) where applicable (additional charge applicable)
– Get advise on how to be a responsible employer and working with your Personal Assistant, including advice on probationary
Direct Payments
If you decide to hire a Personal Assistant (PA), you agree to take on the responsibilities of an employer such as paying tax and National Insurance. You will be expected to manage these payments and comply with employment law and legislations.
As scary as this may sound, you do not have to manage this alone. You can choose to use our Direct Payment Support Team to provide comprehensive support and advice every step of the way.
We will ensure that your payments and accounts are fully up to date and you are complying with all employment and HMRC regulations. Our Direct Payment Support Team offers a payroll service that will manage your tax and National insurance responsibilities.
If you would like our full support, we can also provide you with a fully managed account service. This allows you to still have control of your bank account, but without the stress of having to think about dates, deadlines, and compliance. We can also provide you with regular statements and updates, so you can choose to be as involved or uninvolved as you like (this service is subject to terms and conditions).
Benefits of a direct payment:
– You can manage your own care
– Be in control of your care funds & any payments due
– Live independently within your own home
– Have control over your life & make your own choices