Personal Assistant/Support Worker- Cambridge

1 week ago


Cambridge CB, United Kingdom purple Full time £9,657 - £19,314 per year

Job Title

Personal Assistant/Support Worker- Cambridge (CB3) - PUR

About the service user

L is 21 years old and lives with an acquired brain injury following a skiing accident in 2024 (causing right-sided physical issues, balance difficulties, and cognitive challenges with memory and planning).

L was studying Computer Science at university before his accident. He is bright, curious, active and committed to his recovery, with interests including computer science, computer games, maths, chess, languages, sports (eg skiing, climbing, volleyball).

Hours and rate of Pay

24 hours a week, paid at £18.20 per hour. Pattern of hours to be discussed (Monday-Friday at present – but occasional weekend availability appreciated).

Enhanced DBS clearance required.

What you would be doing…

L prefers to be as independent as possible with personal care - he will let you know when he needs support with showering/dressing.

Working alongside L to promote and encourage independent living.

Cooking/preparing meals with L using fresh ingredients.

Supporting L with social inclusion, meeting with friends, swimming, climbing and attending other activities and appointments.

The person I would like…

Experience of supporting others is preferred, and understanding of and empathy for the challenges of brain injury are essential.

Someone who shares similar interests and enjoys being active would be great.

Someone who knows their way around a kitchen and can cook fresh, healthy food is essential.

Someone who has a genuine interest in providing high-quality care and supporting others to live their best lives, who is kind, friendly and trustworthy with a positive attitude and a youthful mind.

A driving licence is essential, ideally with access to your own vehicle and business use insurance cover.

"Please note that this advert has been placed on behalf of one of our customers. Should your application be successful, and you are offered the position, you will be directly employed by the customer and not by Purple"

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From £18.20 per hour

Ability to commute/relocate:

  • Cambridge CB3: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

  • do you have experience with cooking fresh, healthy food?

Experience:

  • supporting individuals with a brain injury: 1 year (required)

Licence/Certification:

  • Driving Licence (required)

Work authorisation:

  • United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person


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