Maintenance Assistant - Care Home

Job summary

ABOUT THE ROLE As 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 YOU You'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 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 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.

Main duties of the job

As a Maintenance Assistant at a Barchester care home, your role is to help create a safe and attractive environment for residents, ensuring every area is well-maintained. You'll tackle a variety of tasks to keep the building and grounds in top shape. Candidates should have some property maintenance experience and demonstrate a patient, caring nature with a genuine interest in residents. Reliability and versatility in handling diverse maintenance tasks are key. In return, Barchester offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive rewards package, including free training, development opportunities, access to wellbeing and support tools, retail discounts, a Refer a Friend bonus scheme, and awards for outstanding service.

About us

Barchester Healthcare is a leading provider of care homes, offering high-quality services to individuals requiring residential, nursing, and specialist care. With a strong focus on creating supportive and well-maintained environments, Barchester strives to deliver exceptional care that exceeds expectations. The company places a premium on both staff development and resident satisfaction, ensuring its care homes provide a welcoming and safe atmosphere. Barchester is committed to investing in its workforce by providing ongoing training, promoting wellbeing, and recognizing staff achievements through reward schemes, making it a desirable place to work and grow professionally.