20 hours per week
We are seeking a reliable and practical individual to join our in-house maintenance team to help maintain a safe, clean and welcoming environment for the people who use our service. This varied role combines building and grounds maintenance with providing compassionate support to the people who use our service, ensuring their individual needs, wishes and goals are respected and promoted. Working as part of a dedicated team, you will carry out routine maintenance checks, general gardening duties, minor repairs, decorating, basic plumbing tasks and other day-to-day upkeep activities to keep the service safe and fit for purpose.
The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining outdoor spaces, carrying out health and safety checks, reporting defects and incidents, and ensuring equipment and tools are used and stored safely. You will also build positive relationships with residents, offering encouragement and practical support in line with their support plans. Strong communication skills, a caring attitude and a commitment to equality, dignity and respect are essential. Previous maintenance experience is desirable, along with knowledge of health and safety procedures, good record-keeping skills and the ability to work flexibly. A full UK driving licence would be advantageous, as driving duties may be required to support residents and the service.
The Isle of Wight Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable children and adults and operates stringent recruitment practices. All employees are expected to familiarise themselves with the Council’s Safeguarding Policies and all other relevant policies so our staff can work safely, professionally and competently always.
In accordance with the Safeguarding and Vulnerable Groups Act 2006, it is a criminal offence for a person barred to work with children or adults to work in a Regulated Activity.
For further information or an informal discussion, please contact Lauren Cato at [email protected] or phone 01983 433192.
Join #TeamIWC and you'll receive our staff benefits package, including:
- Annual leave entitlement of 32 days p/a PLUS public holidays!
- Local Government pension scheme
- Discounted Solent ferry travel
- Island bus network discount
- Cycle to work scheme
- Staff parking permit scheme
- Discounted island sports & leisure gym membership
- National and local discounts & benefits schemes
- Relocation scheme of up to £8,000 may be available for some roles (subject to criteria)
- Travel allowance may be available if commuting from the mainland (subject to criteria)
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The Isle of Wight Council currently does not have a license to sponsor overseas workers.
We actively promote the diversity of our workforce, and provide flexible working options (where appropriate) to support the different needs of our employees. We are an equal opportunities employer, proud to encourage applications from all cultures, backgrounds and abilities to better reflect the diversity within our local community.
We are a Disability Confident employer. Along with a number of commitments, this means, providing you meet the basic essential requirements of the advertised role and have declared yourself as disabled, you will be offered an opportunity for an interview within the council.
The Isle of Wight Council protects its employees from discrimination, and this is supported by;
unacceptable behaviour policy
employee code of conduct
The Isle of Wight Council’s Terms & Conditions of employment are available upon request. Please contact our recruitment team via [email protected] if you would like to receive a copy.
The Isle of Wight Council reserve the right to close vacancies earlier than stated, if required. To ensure your application is considered, it is recommended to submit your application promptly.
Please note, appointment to a regulated role will require you to provide additional personal details, including full employment history, referee information, and consent for any required safeguarding checks, as part of the Council’s commitment to safer recruitment and compliance with regulatory requirements.
Out of Hours Standby and Call Out. You may be asked to provide support in exceptional circumstances, outside of usual business hours. Unless stated otherwise in the for the role this is not part of the department’s usual standby arrangements.
For support completing your online application or for further information on how to apply, phone 01983 823134 or email [email protected] Only applications submitted online by the closing date will be accepted.
We often receive a high volume of applicants for our vacancies. If you do not hear from the recruiting manager within three weeks of the closing date, we regret that your application will not have been successful on this occasion. Please revisit our job page for alternate posts that may be suitable.
