Graduate Opportunity: Hourly Personal Care Assistant

Ask Jules; Sheet; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly pay included

Holidays 5.6 weeks (pro rata)

Nest Pension Scheme

Training provided

On-call support

Job summary

Ask Jules in Petersfield, Hampshire is seeking a Personal Assistant to support a young man with daily living, personal care and mobility. You will listen, follow instructions and help with everyday tasks, travel, and social activities.

No prior care experience required; full training provided. A full UK driving licence, good humour and reliable, compassionate approach are essential.

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence is essential and must be maintained.
• Ability to work with care, companionship and personal support.
• Patient, calm and caring with good communication skills.
• Fluency in English and reliable, mature attitude required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with personal care and daily living activities.
• Support health care needs and mobility assistance.
• Provide social companionship and enable activities.
• Help with housekeeping/domestic duties and errands.
• Assist with commuting and transport as required.

Skills

Driving licence

Communication skills

English fluency

Empathy & care

Organisational skills

Reliability

Humour

Professional attitude

Non-smoker

Job description

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 others lives? We have an amazing opportunity for you to become a Personal Assistant to a young man based in Petersfield. Join his team of PAs to assist him with personal care and daily living! Start Date Immediate start available!

Location Petersfield, Hampshire (GU32) Day shift hours 08:00AM to 22:00PM (14hours) Night shift hours 22:00PM to 10:00AM (12 hours) Shift Pattern between 3 & 4 per week. Mixture of days and nights on a 3-week rolling rota. (Full rota to be shared during initial call)

Pay & Benefits

• Pay - £16 per hour
• Holidays: 5.6 weeks (pro rata)
• Nest Pension Scheme
• Care Experience is not essential as full training will be provided
• On-call support from our client coordinator

About our Client Initially, our client can come across as shy, however, the warmth of his personality will grow and shine over time. The client has an amazing sense of humour and is looking for someone who likes a laugh and can encourage them to live their best life! At times the client may need some encouragement to step out of their comfort zone and try something new. Due to their condition, they like to forward plan events, for example, going to watch a rugby game or going to a music gig. He has a diagnosis of Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy. As a result, he is a full-time powered wheelchair user. As written by him I have a good sense of humour but I am really, really rubbish at telling jokes. I also struggle to process information but that does not mean I am daft. In fact, my processing has been a source of much entertainment! I am thoughtful and kind but can get anxious. I am great at directing my care so we can muddle through this together. I love gaming, music, films, photography, sport (including motor sport) but especially rugby and like to watch matches from time to time.I like shopping, eating out and going to the pub. I will need help with all aspects of daily living, personal care, daily physio/stretches, feeding, cleaning, washing, positioningyou name it! I will need to be hoisted for all transfers. I need people who can be discreet, serious when required, but who will have a laugh with me. I do not do well with last minute changes although I am working on that. Having a carer will open up so many more opportunities and freedom for me to try new things, so get your thinking cap on disclaimer: I do not want to try bungee jumping. I would like to go on some adventures, I am always open to suggestions to try something new but struggle with confidence issues.

About the Job

This is a fantastic opportunity to make a positive difference in somebody elses life. You will assist our client in all aspects of daily life, therefore being able to listen and follow instructions from the client is essential. Our client is looking for the support of like-minded individuals to assist him with:

• Personal Care
• Health Care
• Social Support
• Daily Living
• Housekeeping / Domestic duties
• Commuting

Care experience is not required as full training in our client's particular requirements will be provided.

You will need

• A full clean UK driving licence (Essential)
• Confident in your driving ability
• To be physically fit, calm, patient and caring
• Good organisational skills and the ability to work on your own initiative
• Willing to attend medical appointments as and when required
• To have a good sense of humour
• A mature and responsible attitude
• Good communication skills
• To be fluent in English.
• To be clean and tidy in both your appearance and ways.
• To be a non-smoker

About Us: Ask Jules 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.