PA Employer Training

PA Employer Training

Are you struggling to recruit and manage Personal Assistants (PAs)? Do you feel overwhelmed by the challenges of being an effective employer? Our PA Employer Training is here to help. Designed for people like you, who want to enhance their PA management skills, this training series offers practical solutions that will make the process feel less daunting and help you build stronger, more effective relationships with your PAs.

Upcoming PA Employer Training

Through four tailored modules, you’ll learn how to simplify recruitment, streamline your administrative processes, and improve communication with your team. You’ll also have the chance to connect with other PA employers, share experiences, and gain insights from real-world scenarios. Whether you’re a seasoned PA employer or just starting, this training will give you the confidence and skills you need to build or maintain a successful PA team and manage your role with ease.

Independent Employer Training: The Essentials

PA Employer 1: Recruitment and Onboarding

Thursday, 21st November | 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Learn how to create job adverts that attract the right PAs for your unique needs, and discover platforms to find them quickly. We’ll guide you through the entire recruitment process and show you how to set up new PAs for success from day one, making onboarding seamless and stress-free.

PA Employer 2: Training PAs and Sharing Information

Thursday, 28th November | 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Discover the best ways to train your PAs so they fully understand your expectations and preferences. We’ll teach you how to share crucial information and communicate clearly, ensuring your PAs are always well-prepared and aligned with your needs.

PA Employer 3: Using Technology to Support Admin and Management

Monday, 2nd December | 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Simplify the admin side of being a PA employer! This module will show you how to use tools like Google Suite and Todoist to streamline record-keeping, manage timesheets, and stay on top of the paperwork—making your PA management more efficient.

PA Employer 4: Managing a Successful Employer Relationship

Thursday, 12th December | 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Master the art of managing your relationship with your PAs. Learn how to communicate more effectively, handle challenges before they escalate, and create a positive, productive work environment that benefits both you and your PA.

Register today to secure your spot and start building a better PA team!

All sessions will be held online via Zoom. Don’t miss the chance to transform how you manage your PAs and make your role as a PA employer more manageable and rewarding.

We also have digital training modules available for your PAs and carers to sign up to:

More about the PA Employer Training

Charley Walker, who leads our PA Employer Training

Are you an expert PA employer? Or are you new to having PAs? Either way, our courses will work for you.

Led by experienced PA employers, our live courses combine sharing valuable information with group discussions, allowing you to work out solutions to some of the things you’re struggling with. A problem shared is a problem halved!

Charley WalkerIndependent Living Officer


Funded by Skills for Care

Previous PA Employer Training

Earlier this year we developed a Video training course for PA Employers that Covers a range of topics related to being a PA employer. These Training videos provide essential advice on Setting things up right from the beginning, and Provides valuable insight from other PA employers how to take the hassle out of employing PAs!

  1. Employer Training Course – Taking Charge of Your Care [Module 1]
  2. Employer Training Course – Advertising and Hiring with High Support Needs [Module 2]
  3. Employer Training Course – Managing and Structuring a Team of 24 Hour Care [Module 3]
  4. Employer Training Course – Maintaining your Autonomy and Independence [Module 4]
  5. Employer Training Course – Safe Conflict and Difficult Conversations [Module 5]
  6. Employer Training Course – Preparing for Change [Module 6]

These video modules are still available to watch on YouTube. Start your journey to becoming an effective employer now!