- WINNER of the GBBO Employers of Year Award 2025 and National Finalist GBBO 2025, Winner Leaders in Care Awards 2024- Innovation in Care Homes
- CQC GOOD RATING- OUTSTANDING in Caring
- Promotional and Training Opportunities
- Flexible and supportive management
- Excellent friendly management
- Very supportive team- under ownership of same group 20 years
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Job Summary
Handyman / Maintenance Assistant – The Hollies Care Home
Location: The Hollies Care Home
Hours- 12 hours per week (flexible)
Salary: Competitive, depending on experience
Help us keep our home safe, welcoming and well maintained.
At Caring & Leading, we believe that a well-maintained environment plays a vital role in providing exceptional care. We are looking for a reliable and practical Handyman / Maintenance Assistant to join our team at The Hollies Care Home for 10–12 hours per week.
This flexible part-time role would suit someone with previous maintenance experience who enjoys a varied workload and takes pride in completing jobs to a high standard.
About the Role
Working alongside the Home Manager, you will help ensure the home remains safe, compliant and welcoming for our residents, visitors and staff.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Carrying out general repairs and maintenance throughout the home.
- Basic plumbing, joinery, decorating and minor electrical repairs (where competent).
- Assembling furniture and equipment.
- Replacing light bulbs, fixing doors, locks, handles and fixtures.
- Completing routine health and safety checks.
- Supporting with fire safety and environmental compliance checks.
- Maintaining the gardens and outdoor areas, including seasonal upkeep.
- Liaising with external contractors where required.
- Reporting maintenance issues and keeping accurate maintenance records.
- Ensuring all work is completed safely and with minimal disruption to residents.
About You
We are looking for someone who:
- Has previous experience in property maintenance, handyman work or a similar role.
- Is practical, organised and able to work independently.
- Has good problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Takes pride in delivering high-quality work.
- Understands the importance of health and safety.
- Has excellent communication skills and enjoys working with older people.
- Is reliable, trustworthy and flexible.
What We Offer
At Caring & Leading, our people are at the heart of everything we do. Guided by our CARE and LEAD values, we are committed to creating a supportive and rewarding workplace.
Our Benefits Include
- Flexible 10–12 hours per week to fit around your availability.
- Competitive hourly rate.
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), including:
- 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support.
- GP appointments.
- Mental health support.
- Financial and legal advice.
- Lifestyle and wellbeing resources.
- Ongoing training and development.
- Recognition and reward programmes.
- Long Service Awards.
- Opportunities to progress within our growing organisation.
- Friendly, supportive team environment.
About Caring & Leading
At Caring & Leading, we are passionate about providing outstanding care in outstanding environments. Our values guide everything we do:
CARE
- Compassion
- Accountability
- Respect
- Excellence
LEAD
- Leadership
- Empowerment
- Ambition
- Development
If you are practical, dependable and enjoy making a real difference behind the scenes, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and help us keep The Hollies a safe, comfortable and welcoming home for our residents.
Pay: Up to £14.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
Application question(s):
- currently living and working in the UK?
- need sponsorship? none available
- dispense medication?
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
