Live in Lifestyle Assistant for a Biomedical Sciences Uni Student

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

Job summary

A supportive care service in the UK is seeking a Lifestyle Assistant for a Biomedical Sciences student. You will provide personal, health, and social support, assisting her in leading an independent life. Candidates must hold a Clean Automatic Driving Licence and have a good understanding of Neurodiversity. Training will be provided. This role offers the chance to make a significant difference in a young adult's life.

Benefits

Bespoke training

Flexible shift pattern

5.6 weeks holiday (pro rata)

Qualifications

• Hold a Clean Automatic Driving Licence.
• Understanding of Neurodiversity and its impacts.
• Good organisational skills and ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and health support.
• Assist with daily living activities.
• Perform housekeeping and domestic duties.

Skills

Clean Automatic Driving Licence

Understanding of Neurodiversity

Organisational skills

Good communication skills

Calm and friendly demeanor

Job description

Live in Lifestyle Assistant for a Biomedical Sciences Uni Student

Are you a recent graduate looking for an exciting opportunity?

We have an amazing opportunity for you to become a Personal Assistant to a young, university student based in Bath, studying Biomedical Sciences.

Join her team of PAs to provide her personal care and independent living. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a positive impact on a young adult’s life.

Start Date : ASAP

Location

Bath Spa University, BA2 9BN (term time) / Swindon (off term time)

Shift Pattern

7 days on / 7 days off live in at uni / 35h per week off term time in Swindon

Rate of Pay & Benefits

Rate of pay : £200 per day / £1,400 per week worked

Holidays

5.6 weeks (pro rata)

Bespoke training in the client’s particular requirements will be provided.

About Our Client

Our client is inspired by Biomedical Science and loves intellectual conversations. She will be studying at Bath University from September, where she will be studying Biomedical Science. She is really excited about this opportunity.

Our client is looking for a supportive PA who can help with driving, physical tasks, and recognise when she needs medical assistance, all while respecting her autonomy and love for learning.

Our client is a determined and independent individual, despite her physical disabilities and autism. She uses an electric wheelchair and has dynamic abilities, requiring varying levels of assistance based on her daily condition. She values routine, clear communication, and a calm environment.

As written by her :

I enjoy baking, drawing, playing with animals, listening to musical theatre (like Hamilton, ITH, Les Mis, Wicked, Matilda, Anastasia, Waitress, DEH, Six, Amelie and more) and watching shows (like B99, The Good Place and Modern Family). I am a quiet person who doesn’t like swearing or shouting and loves routine and rules.

I love puns, cheesy jokes, songs, musical theatre, animals, biology, science‑or just learning in general (because I go on TANGENTS A LOT!!)

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 her goals and aspirations. Therefore, this job offers the prospect of meaningful job satisfaction.

We are looking for a positive, like‑minded PA to assist our client with day‑to‑day living and general support at home, helping her to lead as independent a life as possible.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Hold a Clean Automatic Driving Licence, as you will be driving the client’s adapted vehicle (Essential)
• An understanding of Neurodiversity and its impact on an individual
• Physical fitness, calm, patient, friendly and caring demeanor
• Good organisational skills and the ability to work on your own initiative
• A mature and responsible attitude
• Good communication skills
• Fluency in English

To be clean and tidy in both appearance and manner.

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.