Personal Assistants

Details


1055299


De Montfort University (Leicester)


01/05/2024


6 Months


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Business Dress

Pay


£11.50


£1.39

Description

Role

Unitemps, a campus-based recruitment agency owned by De Montfort University, is dedicated to assisting students, graduates, and local professionals in gaining valuable work experience and earning income. 

Unitemps External Recruitment Team collaborate with local businesses within the Leicestershire area; we work on a wide range of roles, from student-oriented positions to professional roles, offering a diverse array of opportunities. Recognizing the unique needs of students, we successfully maintain a database comprising a mix of students and local candidates. There are several benefits to engaging with Unitemps at DMU: 

Networking Opportunities: Through Unitemps, you may have the chance to work with various departments at the university and to engage with Leicestershire businesses. This can help you expand your network and establish connections that may be valuable for your future career.

Professional Development: Many positions available through Unitemps may offer opportunities for professional development and skill enhancement. You can learn new skills and gain valuable knowledge while on the job.

Career Progression: Some temporary positions may lead to permanent employment within the university, giving you a potential pathway for long-term career advancement.

Contribution to the University Community: By working with Unitemps at DMU, you become a part of the university community and can contribute to its success and growth.

THE ROLE

On behalf of our Leicester Client, we are seeking to recruit a Personal Assistant. 

We are looking for a candidate who has experience working with children and young people in care or education; is able to drive and has access to a car, is able to swim with the client. We are looking for someone that has very good experience with learning disability and autism and a flexible, reliable attitude. 

Please note that this role is not at the University. For any informal enquiries, please email leanne.easom@dmu.ac.uk regarding this vacancy. 

Expected start date: ASAP

Expected end date: ongoing

Rate of pay: £12.50

Holiday Pay: £1.51

This role is to work from the clients home and to work within the community. 

Duties and responsibilities
The client will require some support with personal care but largely to develop independent skills and support to access the community.

The client will require support to access the community and enjoy the things they loves Dr Who, Marvel, Star Wars and Lego.

Skills and experience
We are looking for someone that has experience with learning disability and autism.

Candidates must be over 18
Excellent communication skills
Basic numeracy and literacy skills (grade 4 and above)Reliable and flexible
Experience working with children and young people with disabilities
Good sense of humour
Ability to work on initiative and as part of a team with another staff member
Driving licence and own car

Location
LE3/ This role is to work from the clients home and to work within the community. 

Additional information

Unitemps is acting as an Employment Business, supplying temporary workers, in relation to this vacancy. Unitemps are based on the 1st floor of the DSU Campus Centre. 

Our friendly reception is open Monday to Friday 10am-4pm and the team are contactable on 0162078351 or Unitemps@dmu.ac.uk if you have any queries relating to Unitemps. 

Unitemps DMU operates a monthly payroll - Please refer to the candidate information hub for DMU unitemps in relation to pay dates and further information - HERE

DMU STUDENTS ONLY

The Careers Hub based in Hugh Aston Building on Campus is for DMU students from all faculties to receive tailored careers advice and support from trained Careers coaches; it is a useful space to visit should you have any questions regarding Careers! 

If you require help creating a CV/Cover Letter? Why not make the use of the Careers Team Skills Hub, available via MyGateway by clicking HERE

 

 

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