CIL - Information Sheets

Index of information sheets

The information sheets on this website are for guidance only. You should check information relevant to your own circumstances.

Direct Payments

A brief guide to Direct Payments

Who can get Direct Payments?

Confused about Direct Payments?

Who can be employed using Direct Payments?

Preparing for Direct Payments

Process of Direct Payments

Preparing for an assessment

Independent Living Fund

Direct Payments Hourly Rates

Contact details for Direct Payments Co-Ordinators

Recruiting Staff

Recruitment Checklist

Job advertisement

Job description

Person specification

What should be included in the application form

Sample application form

Covering letter to applicant

Taking up references

Contract of employment

Example Contract One

Example Contract Two

Example Contract Three

Changes to the Contract

Disciplinary, Dismissal and Grievance Procedures

Quick Guide to Disciplinary, Dismissal and Grievance Procedures

Being a good employer

Employers' responsibilities

Paying Personal Assistants

Tax and National Insurance Deductions

Statutory Sick and Maternity Pay

Employing Overseas Workers

Keeping Records

Health and Safety

Payroll Service

Centre for Independent Living - Belfast Payroll Service