New register of personal assistants launched

A new register that brings together a list of personal assistants has been launched.

A personal assistant is someone who provides a service for those who are in need of support for everyday living (e.g. personal care, meal preparation, medication and social support).

In most cases, they are employed by an individual who may have a direct payment or personal health budget, but having a personal assistant can also be self-funded.

Blue Sky Brokers is the new the new provider of the Derbyshire direct payment support service and it has supported the co-design of a new bespoke personal assistant register for Derbyshire.

The register will help direct payment users recruit employees easily, with support from Blue Sky Brokers.

The team there can provide as much support as you require throughout this process, for you to find an individual that is the right fit for you and your needs.

The team will support with the initial onboarding, and ongoing employment support.

Looking for work within the care sector will also be made easier in Derbyshire with the personal assistant register. You can register as a personal assistant (PAQ), self-employed PA, micro-provider or live in carer. Apply for job adverts, search your job preferences and access local services and helpful resources.

For more information see the Blue Sky Brokers website, or email info@blueskybrokers.org.uk or phone 0333 034 1101