Job Description
Live-In Lifestyle / Care Assistant for a Young Adult - Hertfordshire
We are recruiting on behalf of our client, a young adult, who is living at home in Hertfordshire. She is looking for like-minded Care Assistants provide her personal care and independent living support. This is a great opportunity to help make a positive impact on a young adult’s life.
Start: ASAP
Rota: 7 days on / 7 days off
Location: Hertfordshire, WD3
Pay: £200 per shift / £1,400 per week worked
Free accommodation whilst on shift
Holidays: 5.6 weeks holiday pro rata
A Full Manual Clean Driving licence is required to drive the client's adapted vehicle.
About the Job
This is a fantastic opportunity to make a positive difference in our client’s life. They are a
wonderful individual, who lives in their family home with the support of like-minded individuals to assist her with:
- Personal Care
- Health Care
- Social Support
- Daily Living
- Housekeeping / Domestic duties
- Commuting
Care experience is not required as full training of our client's particular requirements will be provided.
About our Client
Our client has quadriplegic cerebral palsy and as a result, is a full-time wheelchair user. She is currently finishing her college studies and will be returning home to Hertfordshire in a few weeks' time. In her spare time, she thoroughly enjoys socialising and going out with her friends, whether it's for food, concerts, or a bit of retail therapy. She loves Pop music, with her favourite show being Grey's Anatomy. She is a bubbly and happy person, who is looking for someone with similar interests to hers.
As written by our client ..
"In spare time I like going partying with your friends, I love Pop music and my favourite show is Grey Anatomy. I like eating all foods but pasta is my favourite.
I would describe myself funny, caring, and energetic and I am looking to recruit a team of PAs that can support me at home.
Qualfites I am looking for:
- Friendly
- Good sense of humour
- Same interests
Important things:
- It’s important that you are willing to help me socialise and accompany me to clubs/pubs, concerts, dinner with friends etc.
- I need someone who will respect my privacy because sometimes I will want to be alone or with friends."
Qualifications and Requirements:
- Manual, Clean Driving licence, 25+ years old for insurance purposes (Essential)
- Confident driver as you will be expected to drive the client’s vehicle in the future
- Excellent sense of humour and ability to not take life too seriously
- Physical fitness, patience, and a caring nature
- Strong communication and listening skills
- Mature and responsible attitude
- Fluent in English
- Clean and tidy appearance
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.
About Us: AskJules is committed to fostering an inclusive environment. We are agents foruniversity 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.
Live-In Lifestyle / Care Assistant for a Young Adult - Hertfordshire