About this role
Job summary ABOUT THE ROLE As a Maintenance Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll help to create the safe and attractive surroundings that enable us to give our residents the quality care and support they deserve. It's important that our homes give the right first impression and that every area is always well-maintained. The role of Maintenance Assistant offers plenty of variety as you'll undertake a range of tasks to make sure our building and grounds are at their best all day, every day. ABOUT YOU You'll need some experience of property maintenance to join us as a Maintenance Assistant. We'll also want to see a patient, caring nature and a genuine interest in our residents. As well as that, you should be reliable and ready to turn your hand to a range of tasks all focused on keeping the home maintained to the highest standards. REWARDS PACKAGE In return for your dedication, you'll receive a competitive rate of pay plus our sector-leading benefits and rewards package including: Free training and development for all roles Access to wellbeing and support tools A range of retail discounts and savings Unlimited referrals with our 'Refer a Friend' bonus scheme Employee of the Month'
Main duties of the job As a Maintenance Assistant at a Barchester care home, the primary responsibility is to ensure the building and grounds are well-maintained and present a safe and attractive environment. This role requires handling a variety of tasks that help in maintaining the home's high standards, contributing directly to the comfort and wellbeing of the residents. The ideal candidate should possess some experience in property maintenance and exhibit a patient, caring nature with a genuine interest in resident wellbeing. The role demands reliability and the ability to undertake diverse tasks focused on the upkeep of the care home. This position offers a competitive pay rate with an extensive benefits package that includes free training and development, access to wellbeing and support tools, various retail discounts, a 'Refer a Friend' bonus scheme, and recognition through 'Employee of the Month' awards. Barchester Healthcare seeks individuals who are committed to delivering high-quality maintenance and have the attention to detail necessary for such a role.
About us Barchester Healthcare is a leading care provider, operating a range of residential homes dedicated to providing exceptional care and support services. With a focus on creating a safe and nurturing environment, Barchester Healthcare strives to deliver high standards of care that residents deserve. The organisation values its staff and is committed to fostering a supportive work environment that encourages professional growth and development. Employees at Barchester are offered a wide range of benefits, including comprehensive training, access to wellbeing resources, and incentives such as retail discounts and performance recognition. Barchester Healthcare is dedicated to maintaining a reputation for quality care, which is reflected in its approach to residential maintenance and the detailed attention it places on ensuring comfortable and well-presented living spaces for its residents.
Job description Job responsibilities
ABOUT THE ROLEAs a Maintenance Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll help to create the safe and attractive surroundings that enable us to give our residents the quality care and support they deserve. It's important that our homes give the right first impression and that every area is always well-maintained. The role of Maintenance Assistant offers plenty of variety as you'll undertake a range of tasks to make sure our building and grounds are at their best all day, every day.
ABOUT YOUYou'll need some experience of property maintenance to join us as a Maintenance Assistant. We'll also want to see a patient, caring nature and a genuine interest in our residents. As well as that, you should be reliable and ready to turn your hand to a range of tasks all focused on keeping the home maintained to the highest standards.
REWARDS PACKAGEIn return for your dedication, you'll receive a competitive rate of pay plus our sector-leading benefits and rewards package including: Free training and development for all roles Access to wellbeing and support tools A range of retail discounts and savings Unlimited referrals with our Refer a Friend' bonus scheme Employee of the Month' rewards and Long Service Awards'
And so much more!
If you'd like to use your attention to detail and people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you'd expect for your loved ones, this is a rewarding place to be.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Experience in property maintenance
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details Employer name Barchester Healthcare
Address Barchester Healthcare
Leeds
LS16 6NB
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.barchester.com/ (Opens in a new tab)