Job summary As a Head of Maintenance at a Barchester care home, you'll make sure the environment is clean, well-maintained, and welcoming for residents and staff. You'll have a wide range of responsibilities, from fixing leaks to landscaping the grounds, and will work closely with the General Manager on budget planning. This is a varied and rewarding role that requires hands-on maintenance experience, strong people skills, and a commitment to providing excellent care. Main duties of the job The Head of Maintenance role at Barchester Healthcare's care home in Stanwell involves ensuring the property and grounds are well-maintained and create a comfortable, safe environment for residents. You'll be responsible for a range of tasks, from minor repairs to larger projects, and will need to lead a team as well as liaise with external contractors. The role requires a practical, problem-solving approach and the ability to work flexibly to meet the needs of the care home. About us Barchester Healthcare is a leading provider of high-quality care homes in the UK. They are committed to creating warm, welcoming environments that enable residents to live fulfilling lives. The organisation values its staff highly and offers a range of benefits and development opportunities. Date posted 22 September 2024 Pay scheme Other Salary £16.15 an hour Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 1157764525 Job locations Barchester Healthcare Stanwell TW19 7AZ Job description Job responsibilities 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. Job description Job responsibilities 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. Person Specification Qualifications Essential The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience of property maintenance and at least one trade skill. They should also be reliable, flexible, and have good IT skills. A full UK driving licence and GCSEs in Maths and English (or equivalent) are required. Person Specification Qualifications Essential The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience of property maintenance and at least one trade skill. They should also be reliable, flexible, and have good IT skills. A full UK driving licence and GCSEs in Maths and English (or equivalent) are required. 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 Stanwell TW19 7AZ Employer's website https://www.barchester.com/ (Opens in a new tab)