Caretaker / Handyperson - Business Support

NHS National Services Scotland; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a Caretaker/Maintenance Assistant to ensure a clean and safe environment for its facilities. This role involves performing general maintenance tasks, portering services, and liaising with various departments. Ideal candidates will possess essential skills in communication, teamwork, and flexibility. With comprehensive training provided, this position is perfect for those looking to contribute to a vital public service while gaining valuable experience in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• No formal qualifications required; training provided.
• Experience in minor maintenance or caretaking is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide maintenance and portering services.
• Ensure a clean and hazard-free environment.
• General maintenance duties and minor new work.

Skills

Minor maintenance

Good written communication

Good verbal communication

Teamwork

Workload prioritization

Flexibility

Job description

About NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is one of the largest healthcare systems in the UK, employing around 40,000 staff across various clinical and non-clinical roles. We provide acute hospital, primary, community, and mental health services to a population of over 1.15 million, extending to 2.2 million with regional and national services.

Position Details

Shift Pattern: Monday, 7.00am – 11.20am; Tuesday, 7.00am – 11.10am; Wednesday, 7.00am – 11.10am. (Please note the salary is Pro Rata for part-time hours.)

Role Overview

The Caretaker/Maintenance Assistant is responsible for providing maintenance and portering services, ensuring a clean and hazard-free environment. Responsibilities include general maintenance duties and minor new work.

Training and Supervision

After initial induction and on-the-job training, the post holder will work independently with guidance from a supervisor or line manager. The role includes building security responsibilities and potential coverage at other sites within the North West Sector.

Communication and Liaison

The role requires liaison with internal departments, external contractors, General Practitioners, and all premises users.

Qualifications and Competencies

No formal qualifications are required as training will be provided. Essential skills include:

• Carrying out minor works
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work as part of a team and follow protocols
• Workload prioritization and flexibility

Experience in minor maintenance, caretaking, or portering is desirable, along with keyboard skills and data input experience.

Contact Information

Informal contact: June McMullan, Assistant Business Support Manager, [e-mail], 07909894829.

Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service are available within the Candidate Information Packs.

Additional Information

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