As a Head of Maintenance at a Barchester care home, you'll make sure the facility 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 tasks, from fixing a leaky tap to gardening, and will work closely with the General Manager on annual budget planning.
Main duties of the job
The Head of Maintenance role at Barchester Healthcare's care home in Ashington involves ensuring the property, grounds, and facilities are well-maintained and in good condition. You'll be responsible for a range of tasks, from minor repairs to more complex maintenance work, and will also be responsible for leading a team and liaising with external contractors. The role requires hands-on experience in property maintenance, at least one trade skill, and the ability to work flexibly and sensitively to meet the needs of the residents.
About us
Barchester Healthcare is a leading provider of care homes in the UK, with a focus on delivering high-quality care and support to their residents. The company operates over 200 care homes across the country and is committed to creating a warm and welcoming environment for both residents and staff.
Job responsibilities
ABOUT THE ROLE As a Head of Maintenance at a Barchester care home, you'll ensure a clean and well-maintained environment for residents and staff. You'll handle various tasks within the care home and its gardens, from fixing a leaky tap to planting new bulbs. You should be comfortable working independently, leading a team, and supporting the General Manager with annual budget planning. Liaising with contractors for jobs outside your team's expertise is also essential.
ABOUT YOU The wellbeing of our residents will be your top priority. You will ensure all work is carried out with sensitivity to their needs. With hands-on experience in property maintenance, you should have at least one trade skill and a proven ability to undertake a wide range of maintenance tasks. Reliability and flexibility in working hours are crucial. A full UK driving licence, IT literacy, and GCSEs in Maths and English (or equivalent) are required.
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.
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
* The role requires at least one trade skill, such as plumbing or electrical work, and a proven ability to undertake a wide range of maintenance tasks. You should also have a full UK driving license, be IT literate, and have 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.
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