Working as an Origin Personal Assistant is both challenging and rewarding and in order for applicants to understand the unique demands of the job and be equipped with the skills and confidence necessary to meet the expectations of our clients, all new applicants attend a free, three day, intensive training course in spinal injury care.
No previous experience or formal qualifications are required as you will learn about spinal cord injury and how to be an Origin Personal Assistant on the specially designed course.

Origin training is structured to give you:

	an understanding of spinal cord injury
	thorough, practical preparation for the job
	manual handling and lifting skills
	first aid skills
	contacts for on-going support in your role

‘The course gave me all the practical skills I needed’  Debbie

The Origin training course is held at a north Lancashire college, using professional and experienced trainers.  The informal group format is highly practical yet fun with plenty of opportunity for you to ask questions and build supportive relationships with fellow course members and Origin personnel.

‘Many of our Personal Assistants have found the Origin training and skills learned useful when applying for further education or other vocational jobs.’  Linda Adamsen, Origin.

Advanced Carer
Personal Care Assistants with a long term commitment to Origin can go on to further training, gaining a Certificate in Higher Education, to become an Advanced Carer for Origin.  An enhanced salary is attached to this senior role.