How to be a good Personal Assistant
Working together
Working as a Personal Assistant involves developing a trusting relationship with your employer. Your role is to assist them where they are unable to manage by themselves. Whilst having a positive and friendly relationship with your Employer is important you need to remember it is a professional one.
Skills for Care have produced guidance for best practice on how to work together with your employer.
This guide covers the following topics:
- Performance, appraisal, or supervision
- Health and Safety
- Lone working, including risks involved
- Safeguarding
- Confidentiality
- Resources including templates
Have the relevant training and skills: Improving your skills is essential for providing better and safer care. Discuss with your employer about their requirements and any potential training you might require. For more information on this topic, view our Training and Development page.