Personal Care Assistant
15 days ago
Surbiton
Live-in Personal Care Assistant for a Business and Management Graduate Are you a recent graduate and not sure what to do next? Or are you a carer or someone with a passion for making a positive impact in others’ lives? We are currently recruiting on behalf of our client, a recent Business and Management graduate from the University of Kent in Canterbury. They are seeking a like-minded individual to join their care team and assist with daily living tasks while they decide on their next steps. Location: Surbiton, London (home-based) Shift Pattern: Live-In - 7 days on / 7 days off - alternating day and waking night shifts (with split shifts and additional overtime hours as required) Start Date: ASAP Pay & Benefits • Pay: £246.00 per day (equivalent to £1,722.00 per week worked, plus any agreed overtime), • Holidays: 5.6 weeks (pro rata) Bespoke training on the client’s particular requirements will be provided. About Our Client Our client is a Business and Management graduate from Kent University. They live with Limb Girdle Muscular Dystrophy and use an electric powered wheelchair for mobility. Our client has specific needs and will happily provide instructions for daily tasks. They also maintain a restricted diet due to allergies. Some of their interests include football, Star Wars, and stand-up comedy. As written by our client… "Before university, I spent 5 years at a special residential school with a small peer group, so I was really looking forward to being as independent as possible and meeting new people. I am really proud to have lived independently since September 2023, but my first year was socially quite challenging due to fatigue and anxiety." "I’m a huge fan of the Star Wars franchise and also like Marvel and DC. I’m also a lover of sports - mainly football but also basketball, rugby, tennis, etc." "I am looking for someone who can be flexible. One of the things I value most from having my care team is the ability to be spontaneous. I may decide with relatively short notice to spend time at home in Surbiton, or elsewhere, and I would need you to travel with me." "You will be given plenty of training and I will always let you know if I want something done differently. It will take time for you to become familiar with everything, so don’t worry about making mistakes." About the Job This is a fantastic opportunity to truly make a positive difference in someone else’s life, assisting our client in achieving their goals and aspirations. This role offers significant meaning and job satisfaction. We are seeking positive, like-minded Personal Assistants to provide day-to-day living assistance and general support, helping our client participate fully in post-university life. The ideal candidate is not afraid to take initiative and support them in traveling and navigating various environments. Care experience is not required as full training specific to our client's needs will be provided. A full, clean UK Driving Licence (candidates must be over 21 for insurance purposes, with no points, accidents, or claims in the past 5 years) is required, as you will be driving the client's adapted vehicle. Key Responsibilities & Requirements: • Assist the client with all aspects of daily living, including personal care., • Provide assistance with therapy (e.g., stretches or hydrotherapy; full training will be given)., • Possess a Full Clean Driving Licence (essential)., • Be physically fit, calm, patient, friendly, and caring., • Demonstrate good organisational skills and the ability to work on your own initiative., • Be comfortable with cooking, cleaning, and shopping for the client., • Be personable with a proactive and can-do attitude., • Exhibit a mature and responsible attitude., • Have good communication skills., • Be fluent in English., • Maintain cleanliness and tidiness in appearance and habits, and ensure a high degree of cleanliness in your provided accommodation., • Be flexible and available to provide cover (e.g., for holiday or sick leave taken by other members of the care team). To Apply: If you would like to apply for this position, please describe your interests in your covering letter. AskJules acts as agents for young disabled adults who choose to employ Personal Assistants to provide their care and support. AskJules is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults. All applicants must be willing to undergo appropriate screening, including checks with past employers and an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service.
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