FREE online Cover Letter workshop for Purple Match Personal Assistants (PAs)
Tuesday 21st May 11:00am – 12:00pm on Microsoft Teams
Join us for an insightful online workshop where we delve into the art of crafting a person-centred and standout cover letter to complement your CV, specifically tailored for Purple Match PA vacancies.
In this online workshop you will discover:
- Key strategies for creating a compelling cover letter that highlights your unique strengths and experiences.
- Tips for standing out by creating a person-centred application.
FREE Peer Support for Purple Match Personal Assistants (PAs)
Peer support is designed as an open forum where every Personal Assistant (PA) is welcome to drop in, seek guidance, and connect with others in our community. This session offers a supportive space for sharing experiences, discussing challenges and building valuable connections.
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EAG Referral form
Once you have a Direct Payment in place please complete this self referral form to receive support from our Employment, Advice and Guidance (EAG) team
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"Your life, your way" - watch our video playlist from our event in collaboration with Community Catalysts
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Welcome to Hertfordshire Direct Payment Support Service!
From 1st January 2023, Purple will be supporting Service Users utilising a Personal Budget through a Direct Payment or Individual Service Fund, through the new Hertfordshire Direct Payment Support Service.
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Free Fire Risks workshop for Personal Assistants supporting Adults
‘Caring Together’ aims to raise awareness of potential fire risks and early warning signs to help safeguard individuals from such risks in their own homes. The course will provide advice on interventions provided by HFRS and formal referral pathways to ensure appropriate interventions are put in place to protect individuals.
In addition Caring Together will cover other key issues such as the dangers of scam mailings and doorstep crime, faced by vulnerable people living in their own homes.
To book: email pvi.learning@hertfordshire.gov.uk giving the name of the staff member, desired course date and their email address for the course joining link to be sent to.
Please email pvi.learning@hertfordshire.gov.uk for more information.
| Dates and times on Microsoft Teams | |
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July 2nd 2024 |
13:00 – 16:30 |
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November 22nd 2024 |
10:00 – 13:30 |
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March 20th 2025 |
10:00 – 13:30 |
Purple Match - the new name for PA Recruitment!
Purple Match is dedicated to supporting Direct Payment Holders who employ their own PAs, keeping you informed about the role and responsibility of being an employer as well as advice and guidance about recruiting and retaining PAs.
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Who are Purple?
Purple has a long history of providing Direct Payment and Personal Health Budget support services across the UK and is delighted to be working with Hertfordshire County Council in bringing this new Service to life.
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