Live in Lifestyle / Care assistant to Creative Writing student

Skook Management Consulting; Colchester; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A supportive care agency seeks a live-in personal assistant to help a university student with disabilities in Colchester. The role involves providing personal care, assisting with daily tasks, and supporting independence. Ideal candidates will possess a full UK driving license and exhibit patience, organizational skills, and a good sense of humour. Comprehensive training is provided, and accommodations are available during shifts.

Benefits

5.6 weeks holiday (pro rata)

Accommodation provided while on shift

Full bespoke training

NEST Pension Scheme

Qualifications

• To be physically fit, calm, patient and caring.
• To hold a full clean driving licence.
• Good organisational skills and ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care including bathing and dressing.
• Assist with health care and administer medicine.
• Drive the client’s adapted van.

Skills

Calm and patient demeanor

Good organisational skills

Good communication skills

A good sense of humour

Job description

Overview

Are you a recent graduate or someone passionate about making a positive impact? We are recruiting on behalf of our client, a young university student, to join their care team. Join their team of Personal Assistants who provide personal care and independent living support. This is a great opportunity to contribute to a young adult’s life.

Start Date and Working Pattern

Start Date: September 2025 for training; October 2025 start. Working: Live-in, 7 days on / 7 days off.

Pay and Benefits

• Pay: £160 per day
• Location: Colchester, Essex
• 5.6 weeks holiday (pro rata)
• Accommodation provided whilst on shift
• Full bespoke training in the client’s particular requirements
• NEST Pension Scheme

About Our Client

Our client will be stepping into her 3rd year at Essex University studying Creative Writing. She has a diagnosis of Spina Bifida and is a full-time wheelchair user. She is easy-going, has a good sense of humour, and enjoys makeup while watching classic 2000s comedies and period dramas or listening to old-fashioned music. She is keen to gain more independence while at university.

As written by our client I am a happy, easy going 23-year-old with an old soul. I am studying creative writing at Essex University to explore how writing can make someone feel seen and heard. I want to become more independent, as I have relied heavily on family, especially my mum. I relax by spending time with makeup and listening to music I love. I enjoy socializing but also value time alone. I own a dog, so animal lovers are welcome, though I won’t be bringing him. I am a practising Catholic and attend church when I feel well enough. I have an active social life with many friends and family in London and would expect to be driven in my disability-accessible car to activities as needed.

About the Job

This is a fantastic opportunity to make a positive difference in someone else’s life by helping the client achieve her goals and aspirations. The role offers meaningful work and job satisfaction.

Responsibilities include (examples):
Personal care (bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting); health care and administering medicine with appropriate equipment; driving the client’s adapted van; daily living tasks (cooking, shopping); accompanying medical appointments; social support; housekeeping and domestic duties. Full training in the client’s needs will be provided. A driver is essential, with a full clean UK driving licence, as you will be driving the client’s adapted car.

About You

You may not have experience in every aspect of our client’s care; full training is provided in her specific needs.

You Will Need

• To be physically fit, calm, patient and caring
• To hold a full clean driving licence, as you will be driving the client’s adapted car
• Good organisational skills and the ability to work on your own initiative
• 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 appearance and manner

If you would like to apply for this position, please describe your interests in your covering letter.

Application Process

To apply, please submit a covering 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 Lifestyle / Care assistant to Creative Writing student