Clinical-grade virtual assistant support for clinicians, therapists and small business owners

VIRTUAL (PA) ASSISTANT—United Kingdom

How I work (terms in plain English)

When we decide to work together, you’ll receive a Booking Form and my full Terms of Business to sign before anything starts.​ This page is simply a clear overview of how I work, so you know what to expect before you get that paperwork.

I work as an independent UK virtual assistant, usually from my own office, supporting a small number of clients rather than acting as your employee.​​

We’ll agree the specific tasks, goals, timelines and fees in a Booking Form so you always know what’s in scope and what’s not.​

My background is in Medical Secretary and Mental Health Act administration, where a single error could have legal consequences.​ I bring the same mindset into your business: confidential, precise and compliant with UK GDPR.​

I will only use your information to deliver the services we’ve agreed, or where I’m legally required to share it.
If I’ll be working with your clients’ or patients’ personal data, we’ll also agree simple data‑processing instructions so roles and safeguards are crystal‑clear.

I’m registered with the ICO and insured for professional indemnity and public liability, and I use tools designed to keep your data secure.​ If you’d like to see details of my insurance or data privacy policy, just ask and I’ll share them before we start.

Clear communication is how we keep your work moving without drama or dropped balls. Here’s how we run it:

  • Email is the home base for all tasks and instructions, so there is always a written record and nothing quietly disappears in a thread.​
  • Where a quick conversation will unblock things faster, we can use scheduled calls or video – always agreed and booked in advance, so your diary stays in your control.

You’ll appoint one main contact on your side who can approve work and payments, which keeps decision‑making simple and avoids crossed wires.​

For most ad‑hoc work, a typical turnaround is 48–72 hours, depending on complexity and how quickly I receive what I need from you.

For retainer clients, we usually work to faster agreed response times and clearer weekly rhythms.

If you need something turned around urgently or outside my standard working hours, I may be able to help, and this will usually attract an “urgent” or “out‑of‑hours” rate that we agree in advance. You’ll always know when a request will incur a surcharge rather than finding out afterwards.

If I ever can’t meet a deadline we’ve agreed, I’ll let you know as early as possible and propose a realistic alternative.

You can work with me ad‑hoc, on a project, or on an ongoing retainer. We’ll confirm the structure, rate and payment terms in writing before work starts, so there are no surprises.

New clients usually pay before work begins; returning clients are invoiced on the terms we agree in the Booking Form.

Invoices are payable in full by the due date; late payment can pause ongoing work and may attract interest in line with UK business‑to‑business norms.

You can request a simple time report with your invoice so you can see exactly where your hours have gone.​
If you buy a retainer or pre‑paid hours, these need to be used within the timeframe set out in your Booking Form and can’t usually be carried forward unless we’ve agreed otherwise.

From time to time, you may need extra help beyond what we originally agreed.

If you ask for additional, urgent or out‑of‑hours work, I’ll confirm what’s possible, the rate and any surcharges before I start.

Additional expenses (for example agreed travel, specialist software, printing or postage I buy on your behalf) will be added to your invoice with clear notes.

If your requirements change significantly, we may update or re‑issue your Booking Form to match the new scope.

If the work you receive isn’t what you expected, tell me as soon as possible and be specific about what needs to change.

If an issue arises that’s down to my error and you flag it promptly, I’ll correct it at no extra cost within the boundaries of our agreement.

If either of us ever feels the arrangement isn’t working, there is a clear notice period (usually set out in your Booking Form) so we can wrap up work in an orderly way. You’ll only be charged for the work completed and agreed expenses up to the end of the notice period.

This page is deliberately written in plain English and doesn’t replace the full legal terms we’ll both sign.​
Your legally binding agreement with me is made up of three documents: the Terms of Business, your Booking Form, and (where relevant) a Data Processing Form.

You can read the full Terms of Business and my Data Privacy Policy here:

You’ll receive the latest version of these, plus your Booking Form, to review and sign before we begin working together.​

Your Questions Answered

What is STERBAVA and how do you work?

STERBAVA is a clinical-grade virtual assistant service that works remotely to manage admin, operations, and related support so clients can focus on delivery, decisions, and growth. The service is built around secure, professional handling of inboxes, diaries, systems, patient or client admin, and operational tasks.

Who is STERBAVA for?

I work with clinicians and therapists, solopreneurs, small business owners, and SME directors who need trusted, professional support behind the scenes. If you’re overwhelmed by admin, constantly interrupted, or simply tired of trying to hold everything together yourself, I’m here to take some of that weight off.

What makes STERBAVA different from a general VA?

STERBAVA is built around calm, capable, clinical-grade support. My background in Medical Secretary work and Mental Health Act compliance means I bring a high level of confidentiality, structure, and professional care to the way I work.

I’m not in healthcare — can I still work with you?

Yes. While my background is rooted in healthcare and compliance, I also support small business owners and directors who want a reliable, discreet, and well-organised right hand.

What can you help me with?

I provide remote support with admin, operations, coordination, inbox and diary management, scheduling, research, data entry, and selected business or creative tasks depending on what you need. The aim is always the same: to reduce the noise, improve the flow of your work, and free you up to focus on the parts only you can do.

How much do you charge?

My standard specialist rate is £35 per hour. That reflects the level of care, professionalism, and specialist experience I bring to the work.

Do you offer one-off help or ongoing support?

Both. You can bring me in for a focused project, ad-hoc support, or ongoing help that fits the way you actually work.

Can I choose which services I use my hours for?

Yes. Your hours can be used flexibly across my service areas, as long as the work fits within my scope and capacity. We’ll agree priorities up front so you know what will be covered.

Why not just hire an employee?

For many clients, working with a virtual assistant is a more flexible and cost-effective option because you only pay for productive hours. It can also remove the added costs and commitments that come with employment, such as NI, pension, equipment, and other overheads.

How do we get started?

We begin with an email conversation about what’s going on, what support you need, and whether I’m the right fit. If it feels promising, we book a complimentary 30-minute discovery call and take it from there.

What if I’m not sure what to delegate yet?

That’s completely fine. A lot of clients come to me knowing they need help, but not yet knowing exactly what that help should look like, and we can work that out together.

When does work start?

For new clients, work starts once we’ve agreed the scope, signed the Client Agreement and, where relevant, received the first invoice payment. For ongoing clients, work continues within the agreed monthly hours.

How will we communicate?

Day to day, we usually work by email so everything is clear and there is a written record to refer back to. For your discovery call and occasional check-ins, we can meet on Zoom or Teams.

Will I need to change all my systems?

No — not unless there is a very good reason to. I aim to work in a way that supports your business and reduces stress, not one that creates extra complexity for the sake of it.

Which legal terms apply if I’m in the UK or the Czech Republic?

Clients based in either the UK or the Czech Republic work under local terms. You’ll receive a country‑specific Terms of Business, Booking Form and Data Processing Agreement so that our paperwork aligns with your local legal requirements and court system.

Do you work remotely?

Yes — STERBAVA is a remote service. That means I support you virtually using email, video calls, and the tools needed to keep things moving smoothly.

Where are your clients based?

I primarily work with clients in the UK and the Czech Republic. I’m also happy to discuss other time zones if it feels like the right fit.

Do you handle sensitive or confidential work?

Yes. Confidentiality is a core part of how I work, and I treat your information with the same care and discretion that would be expected in more sensitive professional settings.

Do you use contracts and clear terms?

Yes — I provide clear business terms, a contract, and agreed expectations before work begins. That way, both of us know exactly what is being delivered, how we’ll work together, and what to expect.

What if something doesn’t go as planned?

If something feels off or isn’t working for you, email me as soon as you can. I’ll review what’s happened, correct any issues within my control, and adjust our process so it doesn’t repeat.

What if we realise we’re not the right fit?

That can happen, and it’s okay. If either of us feels the match isn’t quite right, we’ll wrap up any agreed work, follow the notice terms in the Client Agreement, and part on good terms.