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. 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 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' 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.
Main duties of the job As a Head of Maintenance at a Barchester care home, you'll be responsible for ensuring a clean and well-maintained environment, allowing residents to feel at home and staff to effectively perform their duties. Your role will involve a variety of maintenance tasks, from fixing issues within the care home to maintaining the gardens, and you should be comfortable working alone as well as leading a team. You'll support the General Manager with budget planning and liaise with contractors for specialized tasks. A key focus will be on conducting work with regard to the residents' needs, requiring hands-on experience in property maintenance with at least one trade skill. Reliability and flexibility regarding working hours are essential. A full UK driving licence, IT literacy, and GCSEs in Maths and English are necessary. In return, you'll receive a competitive salary, free training, access to support tools, retail discounts, and bonus schemes, making it a rewarding environment for those wishing to use their maintenance and people skills in quality care.
About us Barchester Healthcare is a prominent organization dedicated to providing high-quality care and support within its care homes across the UK. It is committed to creating a friendly and welcoming atmosphere where residents feel at home and staff can perform their duties seamlessly. The organization prides itself on delivering first-class care and support, focusing on the well-being of the residents and ensuring all their needs are met. Barchester Healthcare offers a range of innovative services in their care homes, ensuring that they meet the diverse needs of their residents. The team at Barchester comprises dedicated professionals who are recognized and rewarded for their contributions to the care home community. The organization values the skills and dedication of its staff and offers numerous benefits and opportunities for professional growth and personal development. Its commitment to excellence in care makes it a rewarding and supportive place for employees who uphold the quality of care that residents expect.
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, at least one trade skill, full UK driving licence, IT literacy, 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 https://jobs.barchester.com/
PO8 8RX
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.barchester.com/ (Opens in a new tab)