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A Windmill Torbay project supporting people across Torbay since 2016
What is a Micro Provider or Personal Assistant?
A Personal Assistant is someone who provides one-to-one support to help you live as independently as possible.
The role is flexible and built around your needs, no two arrangements are the same.
Support Examples
Personal Care
Help around the home
Getting out and about
Attending appointments
Companionship and social support
How we support you
Finding the right support can feel like a big step, we're here to make is manageable
We can help you to:
Understand status (employed, casual, self-employed)
Talk through what support you need
Write a clear job advert
Advertise your role
Prepare for interviews
Find someone who feels like the right fit
Different ways to engage with support
Employed PA
You employ the PA directly and are responsible for contracts, pay, and employment responsibilites
Casual Worker
Flexible arrangements with some employment rights, often used for occasional support
Micro Provider
The Micro Provider works independently and manages their own business, including tax and invoicing
You don't have to do this alone
Finding the right support might feel daunting, especially if you've never done it before.
That's exactly why we're here.
We'll guide you through each step so you feel confident, informed, and supported.
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