About Blue Sky Brokers
Blue Sky Brokers are Pioneers in all things Direct Payment, providing support to individuals for over 15 years, giving individuals Choice and Control around their care and support needs, to live independently in the community.
They operate as part of The Disability Syndicate, with all profits reinvested into Disability Direct. Blue Sky Brokers work in partnership with local authorities to deliver high-quality Direct Payment support services across the UK.
Our Services
Direct Payment Support & IAG
Specialist guidance and support for those managing Direct Payments or Personal Health Budgets, including:
- Budget calculations and supervisions
- Health and safety support
- Training and staff development
- Employment law guidance
- Contracts and job descriptions
- DBS checks and reference verification
- Ongoing advice and compliance
Support is tailored for both new and existing employers of personal assistants.
PA Recruitment Support
Blue Sky Brokers supports individuals and families with the full recruitment process:
- Creating job adverts and descriptions
- Planning and conducting interviews
- Right to work and DBS verification
- Connection to the National PA Hub
The PA Hub helps service users find suitable carers and enables PAs, micro providers, and self-employed workers to promote their services.
Carers Information and Support
Supporting both paid and unpaid carers through:
- Appointments with a dedicated Carers Champion
- Access to Carers Clinics
- Tailored information and advice
- Signposting to local services
What Our Service Users Say
Frequently Asked Questions
What support can I get from yourselves as an employer?
As an employer, you can access a wide range of support to help manage your responsibilities with confidence. We offer guidance on best practices, payroll options, employee matters like disciplinary procedures, and employer’s liability insurance. You’ll receive essential documents such as contracts, Right to Work checklists, and we can arrange DBS checks for your PAs. Our goal is to make employing someone as simple and stress-free as possible with clear information and ongoing support.
How will my PA's get paid?
Your Personal Assistants (PAs) are paid every four weeks by your chosen payroll provider. The payment process depends on the type of payroll arrangement selected. The available payroll options are:
- Standard Payroll
- Managed Payroll
- Payroll with Payment
- Managed Agency
How can we get a referral for DP?
To get a direct payment you will need to contact and have an assessment with your local authority (Social care team). They will assess if there is a care need as well as a financial assessment. Once this has been completed the social care/direct payment team will make you aware if you have been awarded a direct payment. If you have been awarded a direct payment they will give you all the information on the budget that you have been granted as well as a break down of what the budget can be used for.
