Working in in South Gloucestershire Mary Woolley Direct Payment Support Services

Who are Penderels Trust? We are one of the providers recognised by South Gloucestershire Council to support to anyone choosing to have a Direct Payment. We are a leading provider of advice and guidance to people with disabilities. We have been supporting people for 25 years. We are charity, a user-led organisation and our board of trustees are individuals with a disability or are carers. We are currently working in about 30 local authority areas offering Direct Payment Support, Appointeeships, Support Planning and other services.

The Process A Social Worker will make an assessment to see if an individual is eligible for assistance from Adult Social Care services If the individual wants a Direct Payment and chooses our support service a Referral is sent to Penderels Trust An Independent Living Adviser (ILA) contacts the Client to organise Initial Visit to discuss needs and outcomes/how we can support

Initial Visit Responsibilities when receiving Direct Payments (Record keeping, being a legal employer, contracts, H&S and insurance) Alleviate concerns Finalise budget

Helping with Recruitment & Employment Advice and guidance Support with all aspects of the process Good Employer Workshops Employer’s Liability Insurance

Payroll – a Simple Process Forms Payroll Visit/ Payroll Pack Tax and National Insurance

Further Support Employer’s Liability Insurance Terms and conditions (Contracts) Holiday records Advice on employment issues Support with further recruitment

Local Office Service Manager – Mary Woolley (Mon - Fri) Independent Living Adviser – Brian Watkins (Mon – Fri) Independent Living Adviser – Angela Townsend (Mon – Wed) Independent Living Adviser – Mark Webster (Mon – Fri) Finance Officer – Joan Taylor (Mon – Fri) Clerical Officer – Vicky Kelly ( Mon –Fri) Address Unit 7, The Steadings Business Centre, Maisemore, Gloucester, GL7 7HZ, Tel: / Website:

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