Job summary As a Head of Maintenance at a Barchester care home, you'll make sure the care home has a clean and well-maintained environment so that residents feel at home and staff can do their jobs well. You'll be responsible for a variety of maintenance tasks, from fixing leaky taps to gardening, and will also manage a team and liaise with contractors. Main duties of the job In this role, you'll be responsible for ensuring the care home building, gardens, and grounds are well-maintained. You'll undertake a range of maintenance tasks, from plumbing and electrical work to gardening and decorating. You'll also manage a team of maintenance staff and liaise with external contractors when necessary. Providing a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for residents is your top priority. About us Barchester Healthcare is a leading provider of high-quality care homes in the UK. With over 200 care homes across the country, they are committed to delivering exceptional care and support to their residents. The company values its employees and offers a range of benefits and development opportunities. Date posted 15 January 2025 Pay scheme Other Salary £29,845 a year Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time Reference number 1226462620 Job locations Barchester Healthcare Huntingdon PE29 7AF Job description Job responsibilities Bayleaf Care Home is a beautiful newly built residential home situated in the picturesque town of Huntingdon. Due to open in June 2025, this stunning 60 bed premises is seeking a Head of Maintenance to be in place in April 2025. 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 Bayleaf Care Home is a beautiful newly built residential home situated in the picturesque town of Huntingdon. Due to open in June 2025, this stunning 60 bed premises is seeking a Head of Maintenance to be in place in April 2025. 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 You should have at least one trade skill, such as plumbing or electrical work, and ideally a proven ability to undertake a wide range of maintenance tasks. You'll also need a full UK driving licence, IT literacy, and GCSEs in Maths and English (or equivalent). Person Specification Qualifications Essential You should have at least one trade skill, such as plumbing or electrical work, and ideally a proven ability to undertake a wide range of maintenance tasks. You'll also need a full UK driving licence, IT literacy, and 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 Barchester Healthcare Huntingdon PE29 7AF Employer's website https://www.barchester.com/ (Opens in a new tab)