Hourly Personal Care Assistant for a History Uni Student

Job description

Hourly Personal Care Assistant for a History Uni Student

Ask Jules are looking for a motivated Care Assistant to join our clients existing care team to support a young university student based in Macclesfield.

Start Date: ASAP

Job Title: Personal Care Assistant

Location: Macclesfield (SK10)

Shifts: 4 days a week ( term time flexibility required to fit around uni - 8 hours a day, 32 hours a week

Outside ot term 10am -6pm 4 days a week )

Rate of pay: £17p/h

Pension scheme

About The Job:

This is a fantastic opportunity to truly make a positive difference in somebody elses life. To assist our client in achieving his goals and aspirations. Our client is confident in his ability and lives in his own home with the support of like-minded individuals to assist him with every aspect of his life including;

- Personal Care

- Health Care

- Social Support

- Daily Living

- Housekeeping / Domestic duties

- Commuting to and from university

-attending medical appointments

Purpose of the Job:

To deliver high quality professional care whilst supporting the individual in all aspects of his daily routine. Meal prep, shopping and light domestic duties to look after the accommodation, engaging with and stimulating social interaction, arranging

day trips, stock control, personal care, safe guarding, driving, are all duties within this role.

As written by the client:

I am studying History at Manchester University. I have decided to live independently in an anexe on my families home. I travel into Uni each day or as my course dictates with a member of my support team. I have cerebral palsy which affects all four limbs. I use a powered wheelchair with an attendant control. I have a good sense of

humour and love films and music, all genres. I enjoy watching gaming and like to play myself with assistance. I have been trying out switch control system. I have a small dog, who likes to be with me occasionally whilst I am at home and I would need help to walk him on an occasion. This is a busy role but there is also room for some down time each day. I am looking for someone who would find this role rewarding and enjoyable but also someone with an interest to help me develop my independence further.

About You :

- Trustworthy, reliable, punctual.

- Energetic

- Proactive, positive approach.

- Willingness to learn.

- Team player

- Sense of humour

- Flexibility

-Able to use email, word. Familiar with Alexa, Switch controls -( desirable) - Experience in professional care (desired not essential)

- Full UK drivers licence (essential)

- Non-smoker.

DBS Check and references will be required upon successful application

Application Process: To apply, please submit a cover 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 DBS

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Macclesfield

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Salary indication

£17.00 Per Hour

Published at

03-08-2026

Profession type

Health / Medical

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English