Live in Care Assistant to a PHD Student - Cambridge

Live in Care Assistant to a PHD Student -Cambridge

Are you a recent graduate and looking for an exciting opportunity? Or are you someone with a passion for making a positive impact in others lives?

AskJules are currently seekinga compassionate and reliable Personal Assistants to provide exceptional care to a young individual with a Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 3. We want to hear from you if you are passionate about making a meaningful difference in someone's life.

Pay Rate & Benefits:

Start Date: ASAP

Location: Cambridge

Shift Pattern- 7 days on / 7 days off

Pay& Benefits:

Pay: £180 per day / £1,260 per week worked

5.6 weeks holiday (pro rata)

Full bespoke training in the clients particular requirements will be provided

NEST Pension Scheme

About our client:

Our client is a university graduate, who is returning to the University of Cambridge to complete a PHD after a gap year. Our client is a social and bubbly person, whose main passion lies with music, art and travel. She has Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 3 and as a result, she is a full-time electric wheelchair user. She does not let this condition hold her back and has a positive outlook on life.

As written by the client ...

"I am an ambitious, optimistic person who is always up for a laugh and a chat. I love being around people and having new experiences.

Im very creative and music is a huge part of my life (although Im not a very talented musician!). My music taste is very varied, ranging from rock and old school soul/RnB to rap, hip-hop, indie and musical theatre.

I love being with friends and going clubbing, to concerts, festivals, comedy shows and the theatre. Im also very family-oriented and enjoy experiencing different cultures.

I would love to go travelling one day and potentially work promoting disability acceptance and equality in countries where the standards are poor or, equally, encouraging greater diversity and exposure in the UK education system and media.

Outside of my professional future, Id also love to travel to experience different cultures and meet new people. Australia, Vietnam, Laos, Canada, Greece, India and Brazil are currently high on my list but there are many, many more places that Id love to visit.

I am not looking for a carer or a nurse - I need a Personal Assistant to support me to achieve and access my ambitions. I know from experience that the partnership we will build is integral to my well-being and we will therefore need to work together to establish something that works.

Ultimately, I love it when my PAs and I can become friends - from experience, it makes the job so much more enjoyable for both of us!"

About the Job

Duties would include:

- Supporting our client with all aspects of their life, including:
- Driving our clients vehicle (driving licence is essential)
- Morning/Evening routine - such as getting in & out of bed
- Assisting with personal care when required (i.e dressing/undressing, drying after showering, assistance with hair and make-up)
- Preparing meals and going shopping with the client

The above is not an exhaustive list of duties.

Previous care experience is not required as full training will be given.

A Clean automatic driving license is essential for this role, as you will be driving our client's adapted vehicle.

An ideal PA will:

- Hold a clean automatic UK Driving Licence - confident in driving the clients automatic vehicle. (Essential)
- Have a good sense of humour.
- Be motivated, enthusiastic and a good timekeeper
- Be reliable, organised and maintain excellent standards
- Be Flexible and hardworking
- Have great communication skills, fluent in English & a good listener
- Have smart appearance and have a sense of pride in your work
- Be Calm, patient and caring with a friendly demeanour
- Be comfortable around animals - the client has a dog at home

AskJules are 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 the appropriate screening, including checks with past employers and an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service.