Maintenance Worker
About the role:
We are currently looking for an extraordinary, creative, resilient & committed individual who is skilled and passionate in their work to join our Maintenance Team at The Amicus Community.
Amicus is a therapeutic community for vulnerable and traumatised children. The environment and maintenance of our homes and school places an important and very valued part in our therapeutic work.
Experience in general maintenance is essential, and relevant qualifications would be beneficial for this role. Having the right ethos, enthusiasm and understanding are key qualities we are looking for.
The role of Maintenance Worker is for either 2 days/16hrs per week or 3 days/24hrs per week Mon-Fri. The choice of hours is flexible; however, Friday must be one of the working days. The role involves assisting in providing a safe, homely, containing, and well-maintained environment for the organisation and children. This includes responding to a variety of requests within budget for repairs and general maintenance of our homes, school, and office buildings, fixings, fittings, and equipment, as well as leading and being part of creative projects. The role could also involve occasional emergency call-outs after normal working hours. The role will work between our Fontwell and Littlehampton sites. A full clean driving licence and use of own vehicle are therefore essential.
If you…
* have previous Maintenance/general building experience and skills
* are enthusiastic, reliable, and approachable
* have a caring and sensitive approach towards people
* want to make a difference to the lives of children
* hold a full UK driving licence
…then you could be the person we are looking for!
We can offer you:
* An enthusiastic, supportive, encouraging management and staff team
* A fully accredited Therapeutic Community environment specialised in working with children who have suffered trauma
* Company Pension Scheme
* Enhanced Sick Pay
* Excellent Induction and training opportunities
* Free meals available
A full UK driving license is essential. Between site mileage is paid.
Amicus is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children. Applicants will therefore be required to complete a full application pack and to undergo Enhanced DBS checks and Warner/Safeguarding Interviews as part of our Safer Recruitment Process.
Please do visit our website - www.theamicuscommunity.com for more information about our aims and ethos.
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Pay: £9,070.00-£13,605.00 per year
Benefits:
* Casual dress
* Company pension
* Discounted or free food
* Free parking
* Life insurance
* Referral programme
* Sick pay
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 29/11/2024
Reference ID: Maintenance Worker
Expected start date: 02/01/2025
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