Overview
Hourly Lifestyle / Care Assistant to Sports Journalism Uni Student – Days
Are you a recent graduate and not sure what to do next? Or are you someone with a passion for making a positive impact in others’ lives?
We have an amazing opportunity to become a Personal Assistant to a Sports Journalism Student studying her degree at The University of UCFB Wembley. Join her current team of PAs to provide daily living and personal care.
Rate of Pay & Benefits
Start Date – ASAP
Hours – Day shifts 7am to 7pm / 36 hours per week + sickness & holiday cover
Pay - £15 per hour
Location – Wembley UCFB University term time / Croydon at home
5.6 weeks’ holiday pro rata.
About our Client
Our client has a diagnosis of Spinal Muscular Atrophy type 2 which has profoundly weakened her voluntary muscles. She is a full-time powered wheelchair user, with a compromised respiratory system and nutrition met via a gastrostomy. Her hobbies include watching Crystal Palace Football Team, Formula 1, listening to music and Netflix, Disney+. She leads a very active social life and enjoys going out to social events, such as parties, pubs and nights out.
As written by her: “I am a young female and although I am in a wheelchair I still like to get out and about and be a social butterfly; it would be important to me for my carers to not only be there for me but also enjoy and be involved in whatever we are doing. Sometimes I like to have my own space and be given some privacy, so as long as I am comfortable, and you are at the other end of the phone I can be left alone in my room or with friends when out. My appearance is very important to me, and I like to make decisions on outfits I wear, hair styles etc; it would be useful if you could do hair. I like watching Netflix, YouTube and Disney+ when there is no sport on the TV.”
Job Responsibilities
* Personal Care
* Health Care
* Social Support
* Daily Living
* Help around university
* Driving the client’s adapted automatic vehicle
* Housekeeping / Domestic duties
Ideal Applicant
* Hold a clean automatic driving licence (driving the client’s adapted vehicle)
* Excellent and strong writing skills
* Great communication
* Be physically fit, calm, patient and caring
* Good organisational skills and the ability to work on your own initiative
* Good sense of humour
* A mature and responsible attitude
* Fluent in English
* Clean and tidy in appearance and ways
* Non-smoker
Application Process
To apply, please submit a cover letter describing your interests and explaining why you would be a suitable candidate for this unique and rewarding position.
Training and Development
Full training in the client’s particular needs will be provided, making this an ideal opportunity for individuals without previous care experience. You will also have on-call support from our client coordinator team.
About Us
AskJules is committed to fostering an inclusive environment. We are agents for university students with physical disabilities, providing personal, academic, and social support. AskJules is dedicated 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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