Live-in Care Assistant for a University Graduate in Acting - Ask Jules : Job Details

We are currently recruiting on behalf of our client, a recent university graduate based in Cheshire. He is looking for a like-minded person, to support him with personal care and daily living.

Start Date: ASAP

Shift Pattern: 7-day Live in Position - Week on/Week off.

Location: Cheshire, CW1

You must hold a full clean UK driving licence to be considered for this role.

Pay & benefits

• Pay: £150 per day = £1,050 per week
• Free accommodation whilst on shift
• Holidays: 5.6 weeks (pro rata)
• On-call support from Client Coordinator
• Full bespoke training in the client’s particular requirements will be provided

About our Client

• A Recent University Graduate in Acting
• Lives with Quadriplegia Cerebral Palsy and has Cortical Visual Impairment
• Full-time wheelchair-user, but quite independent and motivated young adult
• Definitely a "People" Person
• Likes to play sports and a big football and tennis fan
• He is very competitive and participates in powerchair football tournaments every other week
• He enjoys being active, socialising with people and going out for meals.

As written by him ..

"I love to be as independent as possible, but recognise that in order for me to live my best life I need a live in PA. I am very driven and self-motivated, but struggle with my fine motor skills. Therefore, I struggle with tasks such as;

Preparing and cooking food, help with certain pieces of clothing including putting on my socks and shoes.

I will need support with general household duties such as the washing, shopping and cleaning.

Opening and closing doors isn’t always easy for me and travelling safely to places unaccompanied is difficult. I struggle to see drops in kerbs or steps and general dangers around me including oncoming traffic due to a lack of peripheral vision. In addition, I am living in my own house for the very first time and this is something that I am really enjoying, pushing myself out of my comfort zone and the responsibilities that come with being a home owner.

On the whole I am looking for someone who is up for a laugh, is passionate about sport and doesn’t mind acting different characters when I am learning a script!!! "

About the Job

You will provide our client's health and social care. This is also a flatmate type of role which goes far beyond simply care work. Our client is confident in his ability and lives independently with the support of like-minded individuals to assist him with:

• Personal Care
• Health Care
• Social Support
• Daily Living
• Cooking
• Driving the client’s adapted vehicle
• Housekeeping / Domestic duties

About You

You are unlikely to have experience in every aspect of our client's care therefore full training in his particular needs is provided.

An ideal applicant would be:

• Physically fit, calm, patient and caring
• Have the ability to commit to shifts (days, nights, weekends etc)
• Fluent in the English Language
• Enjoy Social events
• Able to carry out domestic tasks such as cleaning, ironing, washing and cooking
• Reliable and trustworthy
• Provide 'on call’ cover should a colleague go absent
• Non-Smoker
• You must be able to respect our client's privacy and have an understanding of the need for confidentiality in all areas of your work.
• Good organisational skills and being able to work on your own initiative
• Have a good sense of humour
• A mature and responsible attitude
• Hold a full clean UK driving licence as you will be driving our client's vehicle (Essential)

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.

Live-in Care Assistant for a University Graduate in Acting