Care Afloat Ltd is a long‑established provider of care and support for children and young people in the North West of England. We are specialists in medium-long term intervention for Young People displaying complex and challenging behaviour and we aim to identify, understand and meet the needs of every individual young person in our care.
The Role:
The Maintenance person is responsible for ensuring all our homes & services are safe, compliant and well maintained. You will be responsible for the daily operations, maintenance schedules and providing regular updates to the management team. This hands-on role involves using your practical skills to carry out repairs, maintenance and improvements, as well as overseeing contractors. You will have a proactive approach to identify improvements, introduce sustainable practices and ensure all facilities, equipment and grounds meet regulatory standards while supporting the daily operations of the Home.
Key Responsibilities:
Conduct maintenance and repair tasks across various residential properties our school and narrowboats.
Address and resolve issues related to plumbing, joinery, painting & decorating, tiling and other general repairs.
Liaise with external contractors to arrange works to be completed
Ensure all repairs and maintenance are completed to the highest standard
Adhere to all safety protocols and standards while performing tasks.
Provide timely feedback and reports to management on ongoing tasks and projects.
Types of Repairs:
- Joinery
- Plastering
- Painting/ decorating
- Plumbing
- Tiling
- Bathrooms and kitchen repairs
- Minor roof and gutter repairs
- Minor electrical work
- Floor tile replacements
- Painting and wall repairs
- Paving and external works
- Brickwork and small construction works
Experience:
- HNC or equivalent qualification (desirable), plus trade qualifications and relevant on-the-job training
- Practical skills in plumbing, electrics, carpentry and decoration
- Strong focus on safety, compliance and resident wellbeing
- Experience delivering maintenance projects efficiently and within budget
- Confidence overseeing contractors while ensuring quality, safety and respectful interactions
- Hands-on, collaborative approach with commitment to a safe and supportive environment
- Excellent communication skills and computer literate
Closing Date for Applications 21st June 2026
Pay: £26,266.50-£29,484.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
Work Location: In person
