The Right Support. Without Paying for More Than You Need.
Is it time to hire an employee, or could flexible virtual assistant support be the better fit?
When deciding between employing someone and working with a freelancer, the most important question isn't always the hourly rate.
It's how much support your business actually needs. If the workload isn't enough for a regular employee, freelance support could provide a practical alternative.
It's About the Hours You Actually Need.
A full-time employee can be the perfect choice when the workload is genuinely there every week.
You may need someone available throughout the working day, integrated into your business and taking responsibility for an ongoing role.
But what if you only need support for a few hours each week?
That's where flexible virtual assistant support can make sense.
The In-Between Problem
Many small businesses
reach a point where
there's too much admin
for the owner to
handle comfortably,
but not enough work
to justify employing
someone.
Freelance support gives
you another option.
You can agree a set
amount of help each month,
without creating a
full-time role.
Full-Time, Part-Time or Flexible Support?
In the UK, a typical full-time working pattern might be 37.5 hours per week. But smaller businesses often need considerably fewer hours of administrative support.
| Annual Hours | Average Weekly Hours | Illustrative Workload |
|---|---|---|
| 1,950 | 37.5 | Typical full-time pattern |
| 1,500 | 28.8 | Substantial part-time workload |
| 1,200 | 23.1 | Approximately 3 working days |
| 1,000 | 19.2 | Regular part-time workload |
| 500 | 9.6 | Light ongoing weekly support |
Figures are illustrative averages calculated across 52 weeks. Actual working arrangements vary, and paid annual leave can affect available working time.
The Real Cost of Employment
When hiring an employee, salary is only one part of the overall cost. There are additional financial and operational responsibilities to consider.
Employer Costs
Depending on the circumstances, employers may need to account for employer National Insurance, workplace pension contributions and paid leave.
Recruitment & Training
Finding the right employee, completing onboarding and providing training can all require time and resources before someone is fully established in the role.
Ongoing Commitment
Employment provides continuity and dedicated availability, but it also involves a regular commitment regardless of fluctuations in workload.
Support Without the Full-Time Commitment
My monthly packages give you dedicated support for the hours your business needs, without having to create an employed role.
JBB 10
JBB 20
JBB 30
Annual costs assume the same monthly package is purchased for 12 months. Weekly hours are illustrative averages, rather than guaranteed weekly allocations. Actual support is agreed according to the chosen package.
Need something more flexible? Pay As You Go support is available at £35 per hour, or £250 for an 8-hour day.
View My Pricing & PackagesPay for the Support You Actually Need.
If you genuinely need someone working for your business full-time, employing someone may be the most appropriate option.
But if your workload only requires a few hours of support each week, freelance assistance could be a more proportionate solution.
It's not necessarily about finding the lowest hourly rate. It's about getting the right amount of help without paying for capacity you don't need.
Where I Can Help
I provide practical, reliable virtual assistant support tailored to the needs of your business.
Whether that's 10, 20 or 30 hours each month, occasional assistance or help with a particular project, we can agree an arrangement that makes sense.
My aim is to become a dependable extension of your team, helping you stay organised and giving you back time to focus on what you do best.
Not Ready to Hire, But Need an Extra Pair of Hands?
You don't need to know exactly how many hours of support you'll need before getting in touch.
Tell me a little about your business and what's taking up your time, and we'll explore how I can help.
Let's Have a Chat
