Join Our Team as a Maintenance Operative – Keep Our Home Safe, Functional and Welcoming!
Part-time role | Three hours per day, three-days per week | Occasional call-outs may be required
Are you a skilled and reliable Maintenance Operative who takes pride in creating a safe, comfortable, and well-maintained environment? We are looking for a dedicated individual to join our supportive and hardworking team at a highly regarded care home that provides residential and dementia care.
You’ll play a vital part in ensuring the building, grounds, and equipment are maintained to the highest standards — directly contributing to the comfort, wellbeing, and safety of residents, staff, and visitors.
About the Role
As a Maintenance Operative, your key responsibilities will include:
- Carrying out day-to-day maintenance and repair tasks throughout the home
- Conducting regular safety and compliance checks on systems including fire alarms, boilers, lighting, and lifts
- Responding promptly to maintenance requests and ensuring minimal disruption to residents
- Supporting health and safety across the home by adhering to regulatory and internal policies
- Maintaining accurate records of checks, repairs, and maintenance tasks
- Undertaking minor plumbing, decorating, and carpentry work
- Ensuring the grounds and communal areas are clean, safe, and tidy
- Carrying out local errands such as banking and purchasing supplies for the home
- Working flexibly, including occasional out-of-hours call-outs when needed
What We Offer
We believe in supporting our team members to feel appreciated and empowered in their roles. As part of our maintenance team, you will benefit from:
- A supportive and inclusive working environment
- Thorough induction and training
- Ongoing development opportunities
- Clear expectations and a structured workload
- The chance to contribute meaningfully to residents’ daily lives
What We're Looking For
We're seeking someone with a proactive mindset, strong technical skills, and a can-do attitude. You should be:
- Experienced in a general maintenance or facilities role, or highly competent with DIY
- Confident in basic plumbing, joinery, painting, and general building maintenance
- Knowledgeable about health and safety legislation and procedures
- Comfortable carrying out routine checks and safety inspections
- Able to communicate clearly and respectfully with residents, colleagues, and contractors
- Organised, efficient, and capable of managing your workload independently
- Competent with basic IT tasks, including email and reporting maintenance logs
A Culture of Care and Respect
Everything we do is guided by our values — belonging, excellence, openness, and growth.
Just like our care team, our maintenance staff play a key role in creating a safe, homely and respectful environment where residents feel at ease.
Your work behind the scenes helps ensure that everyone who lives and works in the home is supported with dignity and safety — and for that, you’ll be valued as a core member of the team.
Our Mission, Vision and Values
Mission: To provide high standards of care in a safe, well-maintained, and supportive environment.
Vision: To place the wellbeing of our residents and staff at the heart of everything we do, creating a culture of professionalism and mutual respect.
Our Values:
B – Belonging
E – Excellence in Care and Environment
L – Learning & Development
O – Openness
N – Nurturing Relationships
G – Growth Through Change
Please Note:
We are unable to accept applications that require sponsorship to work in the UK.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From £14.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Free parking
Work Location: In person
