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Useful Resources

We have put together a list of useful resources for you to view

Click the items below fore more details.

Thinking About Becoming a Personal Assistant?

Interested in making a difference in someone’s life? We host recurring online webinars. They are a great opportunity to learn more about becoming a Personal Assistant in Derbyshire, what the role involves and how you can get started.

How to Create an Account

Need help getting started on the Derbyshire PA Register? Follow along with this step-by-step video guide to learn how to create your account quickly and easily.

Whether you’re a Personal Assistant looking for opportunities or getting set up for the first time, this video will walk you through the process.

Employed vs Self-Employed PA

Thinking about employing or becoming a Personal Assistant?
Our Employed vs Self-Employed PA Fact Sheet explains the key differences between the two arrangements, including responsibilities, tax, National Insurance, holiday pay and more.

Our fully informative guide on how to be a good Direct Payment Employee. Including information on Self-Employment, insurance, payroll, inductions, training and much more. Available in print, contact us for a copy.

Our fully informative guide on how to be a good Direct Payment Employer. Including information on your Direct Payment, insurance, inductions, training and much more. Available in print, contact us for a copy.

Guide: Choosing the Right Agency For You

Our fully informative guide on how to choose the right agency for you Available in print, contact us for a copy.

Pre-Employment Checks Checklist

Before a Personal Assistant starts work, there are several checks that may need to be completed. These can include DBS checks, references and right-to-work checks. The requirements will depend on the role and individual circumstances.

This document provides an overview of the key pre-employment checks to consider when recruiting a Personal Assistant.

Direct Payment Support Service

Getting started with a direct payment can be a confusing process for anyone, but we’re is here to support you every step of the way! Everything is personalised and person-centred support so you can get the best results for you. Our staff have been leading experts in the field for over 15 years so you can always guarantee professional and experienced guidance. 

Accessible Vehicle Club

Subscribe & Drive. The Light, Flexible Way To Secure a Mobility Vehicle- Aimed for those who do not need a vehicle 365 days a year.

The SEND Dynamic CIC

The SEND Dynamic C.I.C offers a combination of in person and online/telephone support to parents of children with special educational needs and/or disabilities to empower them to navigate the SEND system.

AssistProtect

Insurance add-ons for extra coverage on motor, cycle and home insurance.

Disability Direct

Disability Direct supporting disabled people, carer and families.

Useful Contacts

Looking for the right organisation or service to contact?
Our Useful Contacts Sheet brings together a range of useful organisations and services for PAs and Direct Payment employers, including insurance providers, support services and other helpful contacts.

Master Your Skills

Anywhere. Anytime

Thanks to funding from Skills for Care, Blue Sky Brokers offers free training for Individual Employers receiving a Direct Payment or Personal Health Budget, as well as for Personal Assistants.

We offer 16 training topics delivered through a variety of formats, including videos, fact sheets, booklets, short courses, and webinars.

Don’t Worry! We’re still offering in person training.

Apply for a Free Blue Sky Card

Get the benefits of a verified and vetted Social Care ID Card, with your Blue Sky Social Care Card available through your Derbyshire Direct Payment.

The card provides a recognised way to identify your role in social care, while giving access to trusted benefits and offers designed for the social care community.

Eligible Direct Payment users can apply for one card for the employer and one for a PA. Simply use the Partner Application Form, select Derbyshire, and choose the option to purchase your card through a Direct Payment.

DSB Checks

Need an Enhanced DBS Certificate?
We’ll handle the process and verify your identity with ease!
Fast. Simple. Reliable.

Payroll and Managed Account Providers​

The following is a list of Payroll & Managed Accounts providers used in Derbyshire. For more information on each provider, please contact them directly.

DD Payroll

Enham Trust

Barrie Bookkeeping & Payroll Solutions Limited

Rosekel Resourcing

Penderels Trust

Pay Partners Ltd

KDC and Your Payroll

Accountability – Payroll and Pensions

DH Payroll

Ideal for All

Insurance Providers​

As an employer, you need Public Liability Insurance to protect yourself, your home and your employees. Public Liability insurance can be called ‘Employer Insurance’ ‘Home Employment Insurance’ etc.

As an employee, you can cover yourself further with Employed Carer Insurance. Self-Employed Carers must have further Insurance to cover themselves and their business.

Fish Insurance

Fish Insurance – For over 45 years Fish have been providing specialist insurance products to protect people in the UK within the disability, mobility, and care sectors

Some other helpful links

Check out our Insurance Comparison Document