About this role
Job summary We are looking for a confident Maintenance Assistant to carry out a range of day-to-day maintenance tasks in order to ensure the hospital is maintained in a safe and efficient functional order, making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care at Cygnet Hospital Harrow. You will be working 37.5 hours a week (Monday Friday) (8am 4pm) or (9am 5pm)
Main duties of the job Cygnet Hospital Harrow provides a recovery focused service treating a wide range of mental health problems. We also offer specialist diagnostic, assessment and inpatient services for individuals with mental health needs and who also have a dual diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder. Our acute in-patient psychiatric services offer assessment, diagnosis and treatment for individuals with a wide range of psychological and emotional problems, including those who are detained under the Mental Health Act. Working within a mental health setting requires a calm, respectful, and professional approach at all times. You will be expected to work sensitively ar
About us Cygnet was established in 1988. Since then we have developed a wide range of health and social care services for young people and adults with mental health needs, acquired brain injuries, eating disorders, autism and learning disabilities within the UK.
Job description Job responsibilities
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We are looking for a confidentMaintenance Assistant to carry out a range of day-to-day maintenance tasks in order to ensure the hospital is maintained in a safe and efficient functional order, making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care atCygnet Hospital Harrow.
You will be working 37.5 hours a week (Monday - Friday) -(8am - 4pm) or (9am - 5pm)
Cygnet Hospital Harrowprovides a recovery focused service treating a wide range of mental health problems. We also offer specialist diagnostic, assessment and inpatient services for individuals with mental health needs and who also have a dual diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder.
Our acute in-patient psychiatric services offer assessment, diagnosis and treatment for individuals with a wide range of psychological and emotional problems, including those who are detained under the Mental Health Act.
Working within a mental health setting requires a calm, respectful, and professional approach at all times. You will be expected to work sensitively around patients, maintaining confidentiality and contributing to a supportive environment.
Your Day-to-Day...
Carry out general maintenance tasks including basic plumbing, electrical repairs, carpentry, and painting
Conduct routine inspections of facilities and equipment to identify and resolve issues promptly
Respond to maintenance requests in a timely and efficient manner
Ensure all work is completed in line with health and safety regulations
Support the maintenance team with planned preventative maintenance schedules
Assist with moving and setting up equipment, furniture, and rooms as required
Maintain accurate records of completed work and report any major repair needs
Ensure a safe environment, particularly considering the needs of vulnerable patients
Comply with safe working practices & report faulty equipment and potential hazards
Check the fire alarm points weekly, including fire exits, door retaining devices & fire emergency lights
You are...
Experienced in a similar role, or have previous experience in a maintenance, facilities, or handyman role
Basic knowledge of building systems (plumbing, electrics, general repairs)
Able to communicate at all levels & record detailed, accurate maintenance information
Skilled at DIY & general maintenance
Friendly, conscientious & an excellent team member with a positive attitude.
Car Driver (advantageous)
Why Cygnet? Well offer you..
Pay rate - £14.45 per hour
An opening to undertake further learning with our excellent apprenticeship scheme
Expert supervision & support
Employee referral scheme
Free Health Cash plan
24 hours free GP support line
Free life assurance cover
Free eye tests
Car lease discounts
Discounted gym membership
Free mortgage broker and Insurance cover
Pension scheme
Employee NHS - discount savings & Cycle to Work scheme
Sma rt Health Toolkit- Providing you with Fitness Programmes, Nutrition consultation and Health checks
Ready to make a positive change? Please click on the apply now link below.
Please note:successful candidates will be required to undergo a standard or enhanced DBS check.
Due to limits on sponsorship allocations, we are not currently in a position to offer sponsorship to new candidates for these roles, this remains under review.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible
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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.
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Employer details Employer name Cygnet Health Care
Address
London
HA1 3JL
Employer's website https://www.cygnethealth.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)