Live-in Care / Lifestyle Assistant to a Young Disabled Actor

Ask Jules; Beoley CP; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A support agency for individuals with disabilities is seeking a compassionate individual to assist a client with personal care, health support, and daily living activities. This role requires a Full UK driving licence and a background or interest in Drama and Musical Theatre. No prior care experience is necessary as full training will be provided. The successful candidate will need to be patient, organized, and have a good sense of humour. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a positive impact on someone's life.

Benefits

Free accommodation

5.6 weeks holiday pro rata

Nest Pension Scheme

On-call support

Qualifications

• Must have a Full UK driving licence.
• Calm, patient, physically fit and caring.
• Mature and responsible attitude.

Responsibilities

• Assist the client with personal care.
• Provide health care and social support.
• Help with daily living and housekeeping.

Skills

Good communication skills

Organisational skills

Caring attitude

Sense of humour

Education

Graduated in Drama or Musical Theatre

Job description

Start Date

ASAP

Location

Redditch, Worcestershire (B98)

Shift Pattern

• Live-in - Between 2 & 3 consecutive shifts per week, on a 3 week rolling rota.
• Week 1: Friday, Saturday & Sunday (Fri to Mon - 10am to 10am)
• Week 2: Wednesday & Thursday (Wed to Fri - 10am to 10am)
• Week 3: Monday & Tuesday (Mon to Wed - 10am to 10am)

Driving Requirement

A UK Driving Licence is required for this role as you will be expected to drive our client's Automatic van.

Pay & Benefits

• Pay: £180 per shift
• Free, Shared accommodation whilst on shift - This will be discussed at first stage call.
• Holidays: 5.6 weeks holiday pro rata
• Nest Pension Scheme
• Bespoke training on the client's particular requirements will be provided
• On-call support from our client coordinator

About our Client

• Graduated in Drama and Musical Theatre at Wolverhampton University
• Has Cerebral Palsy, as a result, he is a full-time wheelchair-user
• Definitely a people person
• Loves food, enjoys eating out
• Works 2-3 days a week at the Hippodrome
• Has a wicked dry sense of humour.
• Massive movie fan
• Enjoys Science Fiction and comedies.
• Loves Doctor Who
• Very independent and sociable but will also spend time chilling playing Xbox, watching series on Netflix and TV

About the job

This is a fantastic opportunity to truly make a positive difference to somebody else's life. To assist our client in achieving his goals and aspirations.

Our client is confident in his own ability and lives independently with the support of like-minded individuals to assist him with :

• Personal Care
• Health Care
• Social Support
• Daily Living
• Light Physio exercises
• Housekeeping / Domestic duties

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

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. 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.

You will need :

• An Automatic or Full UK driving licence (Essential)
• To be a graduate in a similar subject or have a genuine interest in Drama and Musical Theatre
• Have a great sense of humour and to not take life too seriously
• To be physically fit calm, patient and caring
• Good organisational skills and the ability to work as part of a team
• A mature and responsible attitude
• Good communication skills
• To be fluent in English.
• To be clean and tidy in both your appearance and ways.

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.