Great news for Individual Employers and their Personal Assistants (PAs) across England!
Independent Lives has been awarded funding from Skills for Care to provide fully-funded training courses and workbooks for those who employ their own PAs. This will run from 11th July 2025 until 31st March 2026, subject to availability. If funding runs out before 31st March, standard Independent Lives charges will apply.
This funding is available for Individual Employers living in England, aged 18 and over who employ their own PAs or contract* self-employed PAs, using either:
- their own money
- adult social care Direct Payments
- NHS Personal Health Budgets.
Why PA training matters
Well-trained PAs are essential for providing high-quality, personalised care. This funding allows employers to ensure their PAs are confident, skilled, and up to date with best practices, benefiting both employers and their PAs.
Skills for Care’s Individual Employer Fund is also available for those seeking more personalised support. Employers can apply for funding from Skills for Care to develop their skills as an employer, fund training/qualifications for their PAs, and cover associated costs like travel or replacement care.
This is a fantastic opportunity to invest in your team and improve the quality of care provided. Be in safe hands with Independent Lives expert Personal Assistant training — visit our training hub today to secure your place.
*’Contracted’ refers to PAs with true self-employed status. Evidence of self-employed may be needed prior to accessing courses and workbooks.
