About this role
Job summary ABOUT THE ROLE As a Head of Maintenance at a Barchester care home, you'll make sure we have a clean and well-maintained environment so that residents feel at home and staff can do their jobs well. Creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere is part of our commitment to delivering first-class care and support. You can expect plenty of variety as a Head of Maintenance with us. You'll turn your hand to all sorts of tasks within the care home building as well as in the gardens and grounds. That could mean fixing a leaky tap one minute and planting some new bulbs the next. You should be comfortable working alone, leading a team and supporting the General Manager with annual budget planning. We'll also need you to liaise with contractors on jobs that fall outside the expertise of your team. ABOUT YOU The wellbeing of our residents will be your number one priority as a Head of Maintenance at Barchester you'll make sure all work is carried out with sensitivity to their needs. With hands-on experience of property maintenance, you'll have at least one trade skill and, ideally, a proven ability to undertake a wide range of maintenance tasks.
Main duties of the job As a Head of Maintenance at Barchester Healthcare, you will ensure a clean and well-maintained environment in the care home, contributing to a warm and welcoming atmosphere for residents. Handling a variety of tasks within the care home and its grounds, you should be able to fix and maintain various aspects like plumbing and gardening. The role requires the ability to work independently, lead a team, and assist the General Manager in annual budget planning. Interaction with contractors for specific tasks outside the team's expertise is necessary. Prioritizing residents' wellbeing in all tasks is essential. Experience in property maintenance, possessing at least one trade skill, and flexibility with working hours are important. A full UK driving licence, IT literacy, and GCSEs in Maths and English (or equivalent) are required.
About us Barchester Healthcare is a leading care provider in the UK, committed to offering high-quality healthcare services and retaining a welcoming environment for its residents and staff. The company emphasizes first-class care and support, ensuring that residents feel at home, and providing a work atmosphere where staff can perform their duties efficiently. Barchester Healthcare invests in creating a warm community environment and focuses on the well-being of its residents as its top priority. Additionally, the organisation supports the development and training of its employees, offering competitive salaries and a comprehensive rewards package. The workforce is encouraged to contribute to the overall mission of delivering excellence in care services.
Job description Job responsibilities
ABOUT THE ROLEAs a Head of Maintenance at a Barchester care home, you'll make sure we have a clean and well-maintained environment so that residents feel at home and staff can do their jobs well. Creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere is part of our commitment to delivering first-class care and support.
You can expect plenty of variety as a Head of Maintenance with us. You'll turn your hand to all sorts of tasks within the care home building as well as in the gardens and grounds. That could mean fixing a leaky tap one minute and planting some new bulbs the next. You should be comfortable working alone, leading a team and supporting the General Manager with annual budget planning. We'll also need you to liaise with contractors on jobs that fall outside the expertise of your team.
ABOUT YOUThe wellbeing of our residents will be your number one priority as a Head of Maintenance at Barchester you'll make sure all work is carried out with sensitivity to their needs. With hands-on experience of property maintenance, you'll have at least one trade skill and, ideally, a proven ability to undertake a wide range of maintenance tasks. You should be reliable and flexible when it comes to your working hours. This role also calls for a full UK driving licence, IT literacy and GCSEs in Maths and English (or equivalent).
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 maintenance 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
Hands-on experience in property maintenance with at least one trade skill. Full UK driving licence, IT literacy, and GCSEs in Maths and English or equivalent.
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
Tenterden
TN30 6PY
Employer's website https://www.barchester.com/ (Opens in a new tab)