Personal Care Assistant to a Biochemistry University student

Ask Jules; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free accommodation whilst on shift

Job summary

AskJules is seeking a Personal Care Assistant to support a 1st year Biochemistry student at Nottingham Trent University. You will provide personal care, assist with daily routines, and help with mobility and social activities in a respectful and discreet manner.

You will drive the client’s automatic vehicle, accompany them to university and events, and receive full training for the client’s specific needs. A valid UK driving licence is essential, and willingness to travel is desirable.

Qualifications

• Hold a Valid UK Driving Licence ( Essential )
• Hold a valid Passport with a willingness to travel across Europe ( Desirable )
• Willing to organise and attend events such as Football matches, Formula 1, Festivals and other large scale events
• Caring and patient in nature
• Reliable and trustworthy
• A strong communicator
• Have a great sense of humour

Responsibilities

• Provide Personal Care and health support to the client.
• Assist with daily routines, mobility, and housekeeping tasks.
• Support social activities and transportation to events and appointments.
• Ensure privacy, dignity and independence for the client.

Skills

Driving licence

Patience

Communication

Reliability

Job description

Personal Care Assistant for a Biochemistry university student

Are you looking for a meaningful role that makes a real difference? AskJules are looking for a team of likeminded PAs to support our client, a 1st year Biochemistry student, who will be attending Nottingham Trent University. This is a great opportunity to help make a positive impact on a fun loving, active, young person's life!

Start : Immediate start available Rota : Live-In / 7 days on / 7 days off Location : Nottingham Trent University Pay : £180 per day / £1,260 per week worked Free accommodation whilst on shift

About the Job:

From September, our client is looking forward to leaving his small hometown and starting his Biochemistry degree at Nottingham Trent University. Hes building a friendly team of Personal Care Assistants to support him each day, providing care in a respectful and discreet way. He will be living in university halls, where youll have your own dedicated PA room.

• Personal Care
• Health Care
• Social Support
• Housekeeping / Domestic duties
• Transportation

You will be required to drive the clients automatic vehicle. Care experience is welcomed but not essential, as full training in our clients particular requirements will be provided.

About our Client:

Our client has Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy and is a full-time wheelchair user. Hes a huge sports fan, regularly attending live events, and is an enthusiastic powerchair football player. Youll support him in travelling to training sessions and matches throughout the university year.

Away from sport, he enjoys Warhammer strategy games, Pokémon TCG, and exploring new places. Recent plans include a trip to Amsterdam with his father, and he hopes to visit South America in the future.

Your role will cover all aspects of daily life, ensuring his comfort, independence, and quality of life. As written by the client I have Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy, which causes muscle fatigue and tightness over time. Tasks can take me longer, so I need someone whos patient, understanding, and respectful of my independence. Im a huge LCFC fan and love watching footballwhether its on TV, at the pub, or live at matches. I train powerchair football weekly and attend league meetings (6 times a year) and regionals (7 Sundays a year). I love going outmeals, clubbing, concerts, theatre, and hanging out with friends. Im looking for a PA who is respectful of my privacy and flexible with plans. Friendly, joyful, and reserved with a good sense of humour. I know this might sound overwhelming, but well work together.

Our Ideal PA will:

• Hold a Valid UK Driving Licence ( Essential )
• Hold a valid Passport with a willingness to travel across Europe ( Desirable )
• Willing to organise and attend events such as Football matches, Formula 1, Festivals and other large scale events
• Caring and patient in nature
• Reliable and trustworthy
• A strong communicator
• Have a great sense of humour