Hourly PA for a Disabled Soon to be Uni Science Student

Hourly PA for a Disabled Soon to be Uni Science Student

Are you a recent graduate and not sure what to do next? Or are you someone with a passion for making a positive impact in others’ lives?

We have an amazing opportunity for you to become a Personal Assistant to a young disabled adult based at home in Swindon. Join her team of PAs to provide her personal care and support her independence. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a positive impact on a young adult’s life.

Start Date: ASAP

Location: Swindon SN25

Shift Pattern: 10h day / Around 35h per week

Rate of Pay & Benefits:

• Rate of pay: £16 per hour
• Holidays: 5.6 weeks (pro rata)

Bespoke training in the client’s particular requirements will be provided. On-call support from a client coordinator is also available.

About our Client:

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. She is inspired by biomedical science and loves intellectual conversations. She will be studying Biomedical Science at Bath University from September. She is really excited about this opportunity.

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

As she describes:

\”I enjoy baking, drawing, playing with animals, listening to musicals (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, musicals, animals, biology, science — or just learning in general (because I go on tangents a lot!!).\”

About the Job:

This is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful difference in someone’s life. To assist our client in achieving her goals and aspirations. The role offers the prospect of meaningful job satisfaction.

We are looking for a positive, like-minded PA to assist with day-to-day living and support her at home, helping her lead as independent a life as possible. Example duties include but are not limited to:

• Personal Care
• Health Care
• Social Support
• Daily Living
• Housekeeping / Domestic duties
• Commuting

Care experience is not required as full training will be provided to meet our client’s specific needs.

You will need:

• Hold a clean automatic driving license, as you will be driving her adapted vehicle (essential)
• An understanding of neurodiversity and its impact
• Be physically fit, calm, patient, friendly, and caring
• Good organizational skills and the ability to work independently
• A mature and responsible attitude
• Good communication skills
• Fluent in English
• To be neat and tidy in appearance and manner

If you are interested, please include your interests in your cover letter and explain why you are suitable for this rewarding role.

Application Process: Submit a cover letter describing your interests and suitability for this position.

About Us: AskJules is committed to fostering an inclusive environment. We support university students with disabilities, providing personal, academic, and social support. We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults. All applicants must be willing to undergo screening, including checks with past employers and an Enhanced Disclosure via the DBS.

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