Find out more about the role that Local Authorities (councils) play in Self Directed Support, about the Independent Living Fund (ILF) Scotland, and about people who fund their own care and support.
This article explains the Social Model of Disability, and how disability is defined by the barriers created in society that exclude and discriminate against people, thus 'disabling' them.
Anyone who is a PA, or thinking about becoming one, can access free help, guidance or support. Find out more about what's available.
Being a PA can be rewarding and varied, although each opportunity will be as unique as your employer. If you are the kind of person who gets on with people, you may like to consider a role as a PA. Find out more here.
Trade unions are groups of employees who join together to protect and improve their working conditions. Find out how trade union membership could benefit you as a PA.
Some PA roles require training but every role is different. Sometimes that training must be done, for example to prevent injury if your employer needs help with moving, and in these cases your employer is responsible for ensuring you do it.
How the PA role differs from other social care workers, with it's focus on 1-1 working and delivering personalised support as directed by their employer
What you need to consider if you need to use your own vehicle for work purposes, or if you are asked to drive a vehicle belonging to your employer.
A PA must balance the approaches they have to ensure they both respect the disabled person as their employer whilst offering a high standard of support. Find out more about the values and skills required to become a PA here.
How a change in your employers circumstances might affect your employment as a PA.
Casual workers are normally required to be flexible and will not usually have regular hours offered to them each week. See what this means for your employment rights.
Detailing what an employer needs to provide in a contract of employment.
It is important for anyone considering taking on a PA to understand the difference in employment status between an employee and a self-employed PA. This can affect their legal relationship and financial agreements between them. Find out more about how to determine if a PA is employed or self-employed.
Sometimes when you think you've been treated unfairly, the good legal advice is important. You should always try to resolve an issue in the workplace if you can, and support networks can help. When this process fails you may need to find employment legal advice.
Organisations that PAs can go to for additional information, advice and support on a range of issues
Find out about the best places to look for PA vacancies.
Find out what notice you must give to your employer if you decide to leave your job.
Find out about the measures your employer should take to look after your health and safety at work.
Find out what your rights are as an employee, and what your responsibilities are when working as a PA.
Knowing your rights as a carer when you are employed