About this role
Job summary ABOUT THE ROLE As a Maintenance Assistant/Gardener 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. We take real pride in the quality and appearance of our homes. We also know that our grounds can be a source of great enjoyment for our residents and their visitors. That's why your contribution as a Maintenance Assistant/Gardener will be so important. You'll maintain our buildings and gardens to the highest possible standards, creating positive first impressions and making a difference to the lives of our residents in this varied and fulfilling role. Shift Times: 08:00-16:00 3x Days a week, no weekends. ABOUT YOU To join us as a Maintenance Assistant/Gardener, you'll need previous experience of maintenance and gardening. We'll also look for a caring, patient nature and a genuine interest in the people we support. At Barchester, you'll have the opportunity to develop your career and your skills further on our training programmes all of which are designed to ensure that you feel confident in all aspects of your role. REWARDS PACKAGE In return for your dedication, you'll receive a competitive rate of pay plus our sector-leading bene
Main duties of the job As a Maintenance Assistant/Gardener at a Barchester care home, you'll assist in creating safe and attractive surroundings, enabling us to provide quality care and support to our residents. Maintaining our buildings and gardens to high standards is crucial, offering positive first impressions. Experience in maintenance and gardening is required, alongside a caring and patient nature. You'll have opportunities for career development through our training programs. Working 08:00 to 16:00 for 3 days a week, without weekends, you'll be part of a fulfilling role that impacts the lives of others. A competitive pay rate is provided, along with sector-leading benefits and rewards, including free training, wellbeing tools, retail discounts, a referral bonus scheme, Employee of the Month' rewards, and Long Service Awards'. It's a rewarding place to use your attention to detail and people skills in an organisation that values the quality care you'd expect for loved ones.
About us Barchester Healthcare is committed to providing high-quality care in attractive surroundings. The company understands the importance of well-maintained buildings and gardens, which contribute significantly to the quality of life and enjoyment of residents and visitors. They strive to provide an environment that reflects pride in their facilities and offers fulfilling experiences for their staff and residents alike. Emphasizing employee development, Barchester offers a variety of training programs designed to enhance skills and foster career advancement. The company rewards dedication with a comprehensive benefits package, including retail discounts, bonus schemes, and recognition programs. Barchester Healthcare values safe and aesthetically pleasing environments, ensuring residents and staff benefit from their attentive approach to property maintenance and hospitality. Through their focus on excellence, they continuously enhance their capability to deliver the care expected for loved ones.
Job description Job responsibilities
ABOUT THE ROLE As a Maintenance Assistant/Gardener 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. We take real pride in the quality and appearance of our homes. We also know that our grounds can be a source of great enjoyment for our residents and their visitors. That's why your contribution as a Maintenance Assistant/Gardener will be so important. You'll maintain our buildings and gardens to the highest possible standards, creating positive first impressions and making a difference to the lives of our residents in this varied and fulfilling role.
Shift Times: 08:00-16:00 3x Days a week, no weekends.
ABOUT YOU To join us as a Maintenance Assistant/Gardener, you'll need previous experience of maintenance and gardening. We'll also look for a caring, patient nature and a genuine interest in the people we support. At Barchester, you'll have the opportunity to develop your career and your skills further on our training programmes all of which are designed to ensure that you feel confident in all aspects of your role.
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
Previous experience in maintenance and gardening is essential, alongside a caring and patient nature and a genuine interest in the support of others.
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
Cirencester
GL7 5DT
Employer's website https://www.barchester.com/ (Opens in a new tab)