Find and employ a PA

You can make your own arrangements to hire a personal assistant, as you'll be their employer. When you've recruited and employed your PA, you'll also be in charge of managing any employment related tasks.

When your PA starts working for you, you’ll agree their terms and conditions of work. This can be things such as the hours you want them to work and the tasks you need them to do.

Insurance

Before you employ someone, you legally need to have employers’ liability insurance. This is protection to cover potential legal costs and compensation, should the need ever arise.

The cost of the employers’ liability insurance premium is included in your personal budget.

Your insurance policy will give you access to 24 hour support, and advice to help you with hiring a PA.

For more information

For more advice about employing a PA, see our employers leaflet or visit the Skills for Care website.