Live in University Support / Care Assistant to 1st Year History Uni Student
Are you a recent graduate and not sure what to do next? Or are you someone with a passion for making a positive impact in their lives?
We are recruiting on behalf of our client, a young university student, who is looking for a team of like-minded individuals to provide his personal care and independent living support. This is a great opportunity to make a positive impact on a young adult's life.
Location: University of Oxford, OX4 1DY
Start Date: October 2024
Shift Pattern: Live in - 7 days on / 7 days off
Rate of PA & Benefits:
Rate of pay: £180 per day / £1,260 per week worked
Free Accommodation provided when on shift
Holidays: 5.6 weeks' holiday pro rata
About our Client
Our client will be attending his first year at the University of Oxford from October, where he will be studying History. He will be staying on St Hilda's College Campus. He has diagnosis of Quadriplegic Cerebral Palsy and will require support with certain aspects of his personal care, medication, administration and general social support.
Our client finds enjoyment in reading and is looking for someone to talk about any shared interests while also encouraging the pursuit of new experiences. Sports, talks and clubs may be of interest to him, so he's looking for a PA to be willing to try things with a positive mindset. Additionally, the client loves different quiz shows which allow him to stretch his mind and learn new facts, leading to great conversations. This young adult however does enjoy his independence and would like his own space, which would be vocalised to the PA. Like a large majority of young adults, our client enjoys a range of video games such as GTA, FIFA and Hogwarts Legacy! Our client is excited about moving away from home to gain more independence whilst at university. He would like a PA who would support him on this journey while occasionally helping him out of his comfort zone.
As written by him ...
"I am roughly 1.6 metres high with a slight build. I enjoy disability athletics at the weekend. I am easy going with a good sense of humour, also can be geeky, kind and caring.
I enjoy reading (especially history books), video games and hanging out with friends.
My interests are: watching Dr Who, Politics and political history, reading, theatre (particularly Shakespeare), cinema and watching quiz shows. I also enjoy a good chat.
I like any kind of music. I currently participate in Frame Running but don't know whether this is possible at university. I like watching football occasionally.
I love classic old movies (e.g.: Bride of Frankenstein 1935), James Bond, Action and comedy as well.Personally, I am a bit of a geek! I try to be as positive and enthusiastic, although I am still finding my confidence. If possible, I would like to be a part of a few societies and clubs as I would like to develop my independence and just enjoy all aspects of student life."
About the Job
This is a fantastic opportunity to truly make a positive difference to somebody else's life. To assist our client to achieve his goals and aspirations. Our client is confident in his ability, with the support of like-minded individuals to assist him with:
- Personal Care - Bathing, Dressing, Toileting.
- Health Care - Administrating medicine, using medical equipment.
- Daily Living - Cooking, Shopping,
- Accompanying medical appointments
- Social Support
- Housekeeping / Domestic duties
About You
An Ideal applicant will be:
- Physically fit, calm, patient and caring
- Have good organisational skills and the ability to work on their own initiative
- Have a good sense of humour
- Be open minded
- Have a mature and responsible attitude
- Fluent in English.
- Self motivated
- Clean and tidy in both your appearance and ways.
- Be a Non-Smoker
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.
Live in University Support / Care Assistant to 1st Year History Uni Student