We are recruiting on behalf of our client, a master's student at the University of Cardiff. They are studying Politics and International Relations and their thesis is on PIRA bombings during the Northern Ireland conflict. The client suffers from Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy and as such is a full-time wheelchair user with significant weakness in their arms. They are looking for a PA to assist them with daily life.
Start: End of August / September 2024
Rota: Live-in 7 days on / 7 days off
Location: Cardiff (CF14) / Cheltenham - with occasional national and international travel.
Pay: £150 per day = £1,050 per week
Free accommodation whilst on shift.
Nest Pension Scheme
Holidays: 5.6 weeks holiday pro rata
An Automatic Driving Licence and a valid Passport are required for this role
About the Job
This is a fantastic opportunity to make a positive difference in somebody else's life. Our client is confident in his ability and lives in his flat with the support of like-minded individuals to assist him with:
- Personal Care: Bathing, Dressing, Grooming, Toileting.
- Health Care: Administrating medicine, using medical equipment.
- Light academic assistance: Retrieving books from the library, attending meetings and research trips.
- Daily Living
- Accompanying medical appointments
- Social Support
- Housekeeping / Domestic duties
Care experience is not required as full training in our client's particular requirements will be provided.
Qualifications and Requirements:
- Valid Passport (Essential)
- Clean Automatic driving licence (Essential)
- Confident driver (Essential)
- Previous PA / Care experience (Desirable)
- Dependable
- 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 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.