Head of Maintenance - Care Home

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

The role of Head of Maintenance at Barchester involves ensuring a clean and well-maintained environment in a care home to create a welcoming atmosphere for residents and staff. Responsibilities include a variety of maintenance tasks in the building, gardens, and grounds, supervising a team, collaborating with the General Manager on budget planning, and coordinating with contractors for specialized jobs. Priority is given to residents' well-being, and candidates should have hands-on property maintenance experience and possess at least one trade skill. Reliability, flexibility in working hours, a full UK driving licence, IT literacy, and GCSEs in Maths and English (or equivalent) are required. Barchester offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package, including free training and development, access to support tools, retail discounts, a referral bonus scheme, and rewards programs. The role provides an opportunity to apply maintenance and people skills in a supportive care environment.

About us

Barchester Healthcare is a leading provider of care homes and services in the UK, dedicated to delivering first-class care and support to its residents. The company emphasizes creating a warm and welcoming environment in its facilities, ensuring that both residents and staff feel at home. With a focus on high-quality standards, Barchester operates numerous care homes across various locations, each catering to the unique needs of its residents. The organisation values its employees, offering comprehensive training and development opportunities to ensure they can provide the highest level of care. Barchester is committed to the well-being of its staff and offers extensive benefits, including retail discounts, referral schemes, and recognition programs such as Employee of the Month awards. By maintaining a supportive and professional atmosphere, Barchester aims to ensure that residents receive the care and attention they deserve, making it a rewarding place to work for those in the caregiving profession.