Job Description
Personal Care Assistant - Live-In and Hourly
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 are looking for a personal care assistant to support our client with personal care and daily living in their university accommodation in Leeds and at home, outside of term time in Ilkley.
Location: Leeds/Ilkley
Shift Pattern: Hourly / Live in for Summer, from September Live in - 7 days on / 7 days
Start Date: ASAP
Pay Benefits
Pay: £ 170 per day
Holidays: 5.6 weeks (pro rata)
Bespoke training in the client’s particular requirements will be given
About our client
Our client is a 20 year-old university student, currently studying English Literature at Leeds Beckett University. They live with Quadriplegic Cerebral Palsy, which profoundly weakens three of her limbs, meaning everyday tasks such as navigating campus and travelling become a challenge. Our client needs full-time comprehensive support to help meet their needs, including assisting her with mobility, personal care and general support. You will support our client at home on a live-in basis in Headingley, and will be required to provide daily support at home in Ilkley over the holidays.
As well as being a book-lover, our client loves to get out and about, including going to restaurants, gigs and the cinema to name a few!
As written by her…
“Reading, listening to music, and collecting records are my passions, and it would be amazing to find a PA who shares these interests and understands the challenges I face due to my Quadriplegic cerebral palsy.
Living with cerebral palsy means that I have difficulties accessing certain things compared to the average person. Transportation is a challenge for me, and I may need assistance getting around. Additionally, putting on some items of clothing in the morning can be a struggle. That's why I rely on a PA to help me with these tasks and ensure my comfort and independence.
Beyond the practical aspects of the role, it would be truly wonderful if you share my interests in reading and music. We could spend time discussing literature, recommending books to each other, or simply enjoying music together”.
About you
Our ideal candidate needs to be:
? Friendly with a good sense of humour.
? You are able to both follow directions and work off your own initiative.
? Motivated and enthusiastic
? Flexible and hardworking
? Fluent in English
? Calm, patient and caring with a friendly approach and a good sense of humour
? Of smart appearance and have a sense of pride in your work
? Non smoker
? A good conversationalist but also a good listener
? Reliable and organised, whilst being able to maintain excellent standards
? Respect for our clients privacy and have an understanding of the need for confidentiality in all areas of your work
No care experience is needed as full bespoke training in the clients particular requirements will be provided
Duties will include:
? Personal Care
? Health Care
? Travel assistance
? Daily Living
? Housekeeping / Domestic duties
If you would like to apply for this position, please describe your interests in your covering letter.
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. 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.