Personal Care Assistant

The Cox Pradia Law Firm, P.L.L.C.; Southampton; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable law firm in Southampton is looking for a Personal Care Assistant to support a university student with daily living and personal care. The ideal candidate should have a clean driving licence and a caring nature. Responsibilities include assisting with cooking, cleaning, and social activities as the student begins her university life. The position offers £1,400 per week and free accommodation during shifts.

Benefits

Free accommodation during shifts

Qualifications

• Minimum age 25 for insurance purposes.
• Confident driver, may need to drive client's van.
• Patience and a caring nature are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and daily living assistance.
• Assist with cooking, cleaning, and household tasks.
• Support social activities and university life.

Skills

Clean driving licence

Strong communication skills

Caring nature

Physical fitness

Fluency in English

Job description

Overview

Personal Care Assistant for a university student based in Southampton. We are recruiting an enthusiastic, reliable Personal Assistant to support a wheelchair user with personal care, cooking, cleaning and daily living. The role accompanies the student as she begins her life at university (Solent University, Southampton) from September or as soon as possible. The PA will support her at university in daily living, domestically and socially, and should be like-minded with her interests.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and daily living assistance as required
• Assist with cooking, cleaning and household tasks
• Support social activities and university life
• Help maintain independence and privacy while ensuring safety

Qualifications and Requirements

• Clean automatic driving licence, minimum age 25 for insurance purposes (Essential)
• Confident driver; you may be required to drive the client’s van
• Physical fitness, patience and a caring nature
• Strong communication and listening skills
• Mature and responsible attitude
• Fluent in English
• Clean and tidy appearance

Qualities we are looking for in a PA

• Friendly
• Flexible
• Good sense of humour
• Patient and understanding
• Sociable and confident
• Respectful of the client’s privacy to enable independence

Logistics

Start: ASAP

Rota: 7 days on / 7 days off

Location: Southampton

Pay: £1,400 per week (equates to £200 per 24-hour shift). Free accommodation whilst on shift.