Training for PA Employers

Find out what training is available to PA Employers to support you in your role.

PA Training Methods

Training can be provided by a PA employer in different ways. Read this handbook article to learn some examples of how you could offer training.

Reasons to consider training your PA(s)

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It is important that your Personal Assistant(s) feel confident and knowledgeable about how you would like to be supported.

Selecting a Suitable PA Training Provider

Before you look for training, it is important to identify your own criteria for finding a training provider that will best meet the needs of your PA(s).

Supporting your PAs’ wellbeing

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This article looks specifically at Personal Assistant wellbeing. It explores what wellbeing means and why it matters. It considers what factors could impact on the wellbeing of your PAs, and has tips to help you think about supporting your PAs’ wellbeing.

Getting help to sort out problems

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Find out what help Personal Assistants and PA Employers can get if they have any problems managing their relationship.

Disclaimer

Please note that the information contained in this Handbook is provided for guidance purposes only. Every reasonable effort is made to make the information accurate and up to date, but no responsibility for its accuracy and correctness, or for any consequences of relying on it, is assumed by Self Directed Support Scotland or any other contributing party.

The information does not, and is not intended to, amount to legal advice. You are strongly advised to obtain specific, personal and professional advice from a lawyer about employment law matters, or an accountant/ tax specialist about taxation matters, and from HMRC and your insurers. You should not rely solely on the information in this Handbook. Support organisations listed in this Handbook can help you find appropriate sources of advice.