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Maintenance Assistant - Care Home

NHS

Job Description

Job summary

ABOUT THE ROLEAs a Maintenance Assistant 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. It's important that our homes give the right first impression and that every area is always well-maintained. The role of Maintenance Assistant offers plenty of variety as you'll undertake a range of tasks to make sure our building and grounds are at their best all day, every day. ABOUT YOUYou'll need some experience of property maintenance to join us as a Maintenance Assistant. We'll also want to see a patient, caring nature and a genuine interest in our residents. As well as that, you should be reliable and ready to turn your hand to a range of tasks all focused on keeping the home maintained to the highest standards. 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

Main duties of the job

As a Maintenance Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll be responsible for creating a safe and attractive environment for residents. This role entails a variety of tasks focused on maintaining the building and grounds to the highest standards. The position requires some experience in property maintenance, as well as a patient and caring nature. Reliability and the ability to handle diverse tasks are essential. In exchange for your dedication, Barchester Healthcare offers a competitive rate of pay along with a range of benefits, including free training, access to wellbeing and support tools, and retail discounts.

About us

Barchester Healthcare is a leading care home provider with a commitment to delivering high-quality care and support to residents. The company emphasizes creating a positive impression through well-maintained facilities that enhance the overall experience for residents and staff. Barchester promotes continuous development and wellbeing among its employees, offering comprehensive training programs and a rewarding compensation structure. The company values its community of residents, seeking individuals with a genuine interest in improving the quality of life for those in their care. Barchester Healthcare operates with a focus on providing exceptional elderly care in a supportive environment.

Job responsibilities

ABOUT THE ROLEAs a Maintenance Assistant 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. It's important that our homes give the right first impression and that every area is always well-maintained. The role of Maintenance Assistant offers plenty of variety as you'll undertake a range of tasks to make sure our building and grounds are at their best all day, every day.

ABOUT YOUYou'll need some experience of property maintenance to join us as a Maintenance Assistant. We'll also want to see a patient, caring nature and a genuine interest in our residents. As well as that, you should be reliable and ready to turn your hand to a range of tasks all focused on keeping the home maintained to the highest standards.

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.

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Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Experience in property maintenance, a patient and caring nature, reliability, and capability to handle diverse tasks.

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

Herne Bay

CT6 5DN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.barchester.com/ (Opens in a new tab)

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