Care is Central is looking for an individual with knowledge and experience in both planned and reactive maintenance work Ensuring the physical environment is maintained to a high standard across our care home. This job opportunity can offered as full time or as two part time contract, we are looking to recruit up to 40 hours per week.
Marigold House is one of only two in the UK designed to meet Passivhaus standards, making it highly energy-efficient, sustainable, and environmentally friendly.
If you have a passion for ensuring a safe and well-maintained environment for older people and want to make a real difference in their lives, then this job is for you!
Duties and Responsibilities
- Perform planned and reactive maintenance work as required.
- Carry out repairs, general decoration, basic electrical, plumbing, and carpentry tasks.
- Check and maintain safety equipment, including fire extinguishers, smoke detectors, and alarms.
- Safely and effectively use a variety of hand and power tools.
- Oversee and manage onsite building contractors.
- Ensure compliance with Health and Safety and Fire Safety regulations.
- Maintain records and documentation as required.
- Promote the safety and wellbeing of residents.
- Work flexibly, including out-of-hours when required.
Essential:
- NVQ, HNC, HND, or other Maintenance Qualification, or equivalent experience in a maintenance role.
- Knowledge of Health and Safety and Fire Safety regulations.
- Ability to communicate effectively in verbal and written English.
- Strong IT skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office and online reporting platforms.
- Good physical stamina for tasks involving lifting and carrying.
- Positive attitude, excellent time management, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work on own initiative and establish good rapport with staff and residents.
- Full driving license and ability to travel between sites.
- To be eligible to work in the UK
Desirable:
- IOSH, NEBOSH, PAT certifications.
- Membership in a professional institute or body.
- Experience in a similar role within a care environment.
- Experience communicating with individuals of varying abilities.
- Familiarity with Building Management Systems.
- Knowledge of current Housing and Social Care legislation.
What We Can Offer You:
A supportive, positive and proactive workplace that cares about people and values treating them well
Competitive pay rate of £14.70- £15.42
An employee assistance and wellbeing support service to help in times of need.
Multiple platforms to access high street discounts and offer schemes, including a Blue Light Card.
Company Sick Pay (Terms Apply)
28 days statutory annual leave
Plus, an additional 5 day’s contractual annual leave
PLUS, Your Birthday off as paid discretionary leave
Paid induction training
Double pay on Christmas day/Boxing Day/New Year’s Day
Free uniform & DBS checks
Enrolment in the company pension scheme (But you can opt out if you wish)
Plus other employee benefits
Skills and Attributes - Our Values, Your Values:
We need all team members to model our organisational C.A.R.E values of Compassion, Aspiration, Respect & Empowerment and actively promote a culture that:
Drives Continuous Improvement
Delivers with Compassion
Champions Person-Led Care
Values Collaboration and Partnership Working
Application Process:
If you are interested in applying for this role, please click the apply button and submit a CV which we consider to be your expression of interest. If you are successfully shortlisted, we will contact you to discuss the role, arrange an interview and send a link to an application form to you. If you relish in meeting new people, caring for others and would like to work for a company that supports and celebrates our hard-working staff, then please apply.
Please Note: Applications are reviewed as received and we may close this position upon finding a suitable candidate. We are not able to contact or provide feedback to unsuccessful applicants.
If you wish to find out more about this role, please email Hollie Wiseman at [email protected]
To find out more about Care is Central and our vision to be the leading provider of adult social care services in Central Bedfordshire, please visit our website: www.careiscentral.org.uk
Pay: £14.70-£15.42 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site parking
Licence/Certification:
- Drivers licence (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
