Personal Care Assistant to a Young Sociology Graduate

Personal Care Assistant to a Young Sociology Graduate

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£15.00 per hour | 36 to 48 hours per week | No experience required | Full training provided
Looking for a job that's more than just a job?
We are recruiting on behalf of a young University of Surrey graduate based in Guildford, who is looking for a friendly, reliable and enthusiastic Personal Assistant to join her existing team.
This is much more than a traditional care role. It's an opportunity to support a young woman to live independently, enjoy life after university and pursue her interests and ambitions.
Imagine helping someone enjoy trips to London, visits to theatres and nature parks, swimming, cinema trips, shopping and cooking, as well as enjoying good conversation and time at home.
No previous care experience is required – full training will be provided. We're looking for the right personality, not an experienced carer!
The role at a glance
Start date: ASAP
Location: Guildford / Leatherhead, Surrey (family home)
Hours: 36 to 48 hours per week, including weekday and weekend shifts on a rota basis.
Shift times: 12 hour shifts (Days to be discussed at interview stage)
Pay: £15.00 per hour.
Experience: No previous care experience necessary. Full training provided.
Due to the personal care requirements of the client, this role is open to female applicants only. This is an occupational requirement under Schedule 9, Part 1 of the Equality Act 2010.
Meet the person you'll be supporting
Our client is a young woman who has recently graduated from the University of Surrey with a degree in Sociology. During her studies, she also completed a placement with the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP), working as a statistician.
She has cerebral palsy and is a full-time wheelchair user, requiring support with daily living, personal care, physiotherapy and weekly exercises.
Outside of this, she has lots of interests and is keen to make the most of life after university. She enjoys crocheting, cooking, cinema, period dramas, nature and animals. She also loves spending time with family and friends and is particularly keen to get out more, including visiting nature parks, theatres and London.
She enjoys interesting conversations about current affairs and society, has an interest in social research and hopes to pursue a career within the public or charity sector.
In her own words
"I'm a young person who is a full-time wheelchair user looking for a personal assistant. Recently, I have finished my bachelor's in sociology with a placement at the DWP as a statistician. Going forward, I am planning to get into a job that utilises the skills I've developed over the last few years, such as in social research. I'm currently interested in getting into the public or charity sector.
Beyond my degree and career prospects, I enjoy activities such as crocheting and watching period dramas. I'd describe myself as introverted but enjoying a good conversation about current events and society, probably because of my years studying sociology! I'm also an animal lover and nature enthusiast.
Now that I've finished studying, I plan on getting out more, such as to nature parks and theatres, which I haven't had the chance to visit since starting uni. Although I like having time to myself, I also enjoy going out with friends and family when I can, especially up to London for days out. Again, I want to do more of this now that I have time!"
What will the role involve?
Your responsibilities will include:
Supporting with daily living activities and personal care.
Assisting with physiotherapy and prescribed exercises.
Supporting her with swimming and other activities.
Helping her get out and about, including trips to London, theatres, cinemas and nature parks.
Shopping, cooking and everyday activities.
Supporting her to socialise and spend time with friends and family.
Providing companionship and helping her enjoy her hobbies and interests.
It's a varied role where you'll have the opportunity to build a genuine working relationship and become an important part of someone's day-to-day life.
About you
We're looking for someone who is:
Friendly, patient, caring and considerate.
Reliable and able to work independently using their own initiative.
Calm and confident when faced with challenges.
A good communicator who enjoys conversation.
Respectful of religious beliefs and personal values.
Clean, tidy and organised in their approach.
An animal lover!
About Ask Jules
Ask Jules specialises in supporting university students and graduates with physical disabilities, providing personal, academic and social support to help them achieve their ambitions and live independently.
We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults. xwzovoh
All applicants must be willing to undergo appropriate screening, including checks with previous employers and an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).
Personal Care Assistant to a Young Sociology Graduate