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Live in Lifestyle / Care Assistant to a Sports Management Uni Student
Are you a recent graduate unsure of your next steps? Or someone with a passion for making a positive impact in others’ lives?
We have an amazing opportunity for you to become a Personal Assistant to a student studying Sports Management at Southampton Solent University.
Start: 22nd January 2025
Location: Southampton Solent University
Shift Pattern: Live-in - 7 days on / 7 days off
Rate of Pay & Benefits:
Pay Rate: £190 per day / £1,330 per week worked
Holidays: 5.6 weeks pro rata
Bespoke training in the client’s particular requirements will be provided
Accommodation provided when on shift
About Our Client
Our client is in his third year at Southampton Solent University, having completed his foundation and first years in Sports Management. He has Cerebral Palsy, which primarily affects his mobility and makes daily tasks challenging. He uses a wheelchair but can walk short distances with a walking stick.
As written by him …
"I am very chatty, friendly and outgoing and would like a similar minded PA who will assist me in making the most of my last year at University! While there will be a lot of coursework to do this year I would like a PA who can remind me to chill out a bit occasionally and help make sure that I take time out for some socialising.
I am mad about all types of sport - especially football and tennis- and would like a PA who can accompany me to matches and tournaments. I also enjoy travel and would love to go inter-railing at the end of my studies.
I love food, especially home cooked food, and enjoy eating out. I am always keen to try new cuisines and am happy to do what I can to help prepare dinner.
Although I love being around people, I do get a little anxious about starting conversations with people that don’t know me well.This is why I like my PA to help initiate conversations in social situations until I get comfortable, and then I'm on a roll. "
Responsibilities:
- Personal care: Assisting with dressing, cooking, cleaning, and general support.
- Schedule management: Helping organise his timetable and personal fitness plan.
- Exercise support: Assisting with exercises and accompanying him to the gym.
- Social support: Helping him attend events, socialise with friends, and lead an independent life.
About You
Experience in every aspect of our client’s care is not required as full training will be provided. However, some experience is preferred. The ideal candidate should be:
- Clean Automatic UK driving licence (Essential)
- Physically fit, calm, patient, and caring
- Flexible: Able to commit to shifts, including days, nights, and weekends.
- Fluent in English
- Social and outgoing: Enjoys events, work, and university life.
- Domestic skills: Capable of cleaning, ironing, washing, and cooking.
- Reliable and trustworthy
- Organised: Good organisational skills and ability to work on your own initiative.
- Humorous: A good sense of humour and a positive attitude.
- Mature and responsible
- Confidential: Respectful of the client’s privacy and confidentiality.
- Non-smoker
Why Apply?
This role is a unique opportunity to spend a year doing something meaningful, making a significant positive impact on someone's life. It offers a flexible working arrangement, with the knowledge that you are contributing to a supportive, inclusive environment.
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 Lifestyle / Care Assistant to a Sports Management Uni Student
