Support Worker / PA in York, YO31. A full-time opportunity available to assist a professional young woman, currently completing her Masters, running her own company and involved with several charitable organisations. £32,000.00 + Gross per Annum.
Nearest Tube/Station: York Railway
Wage/Salary: £32,000.00 + Gross per Annum
Driver Essential? Yes, WAV automatic drive for use on duty
Essential: Happy to travel (in the UK and internationally), interest in sports and current affairs, this role is open to *Female applicants only.
Start Date: ASAP
Days & Hours: Minimum 35 hours on average per week, offering 24 hour shifts, including overnight care. Typical start time between 8am and 9.30am
Family/Client Pets: Not applicable
Accommodation: Staff bedroom and bathroom available whilst on shift
Recruiter: Jade jade@snapcare.co.uk
About this client: A few words to describe Eve, inspirational, hardworking, determined with a great sense of humour, Eve has accomplished much, continues to work towards achieving further aspirations and has big plans for her future. A retired Paralympian, current Masters Student (Social Policy), and speaker and presenter; it’s safe to say, she is beyond busy and no two days are the same. Eve speaks at conferences and holds workshops on using AAC (Augmentative and Alternative Communication) and living life with a physical disability. Eve has a range of interests and hobbies, travelling, keeping fit, socialising and entertaining. Her team of 5 PA’s provide assistance with day-to-day tasks, and there is an opening for a new member of the team to join.
Overview of role: Eve has a physical disability, is a wheelchair user, and her AAC supports her communication, her PA’s provides 1:1, and at times 2:1 assistance with her personal and professional life, supporting with her personal care, as directed, managing her household, general life admin, cooking, driving, work and study related duties; essentially assisting Eve to live life as she wishes. The role includes night support (including in stated salary), meaning that when on shift you will sleep over at Eve’s home. The rota is provided 4 –to 6 weeks in advance and will involve working some weekends. Further information is available on application.
Who this job would suit: A fun, positive, patient and easy-going, go with the flow PA with a great sense of humour and enjoy travelling, sometimes up to 2 weeks at a time. You will be intuitive, knowing when to step up, or back, and share similar interests to Eve. Personality fit is key for this role, regardless of your background or experience.
What’s great about this job: These types of job opportunities do not come around often, Eve is an incredible person to work for, and is a wonderful employer. You will be part of a great team of PA’s. If you are reading this advert and think ‘this role sounds amazing! – it is, so apply today and Snap will be in touch to arrange the next steps.
Who is recruiting for this role? Our client is using our Shortlist Service. Snap Care will screen applications to confirm the essential criteria for the position is met. The client will then continue the recruitment process. By applying for this vacancy, you agree to us sending your CV and contact details to our client. Please see our website for more information.
Please note: *Where a specific gender is stated as essential, gender is considered to be a genuine occupational requirement in accordance to paragraph 1, of schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010 for female or male worker to work with our client.