Grounds and Maintenance Worker

Bridgend County Borough Council; Bridgend; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous annual leave entitlement

Comprehensive training and career dev.

24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

Staff reward and discount schemes

Car Benefit Scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Job summary

Bridgend County Borough Council is seeking a practical and proactive caretaker to support Bryn y Cae Residential Home in Bridgend. You will perform general maintenance, ensure safety, and help keep communal areas welcoming for residents.

The role requires DIY experience, reliability, and the ability to work with contractors. Welsh language ability is a plus and weekend shifts may be needed.

Qualifications

• Experience in caretaking, maintenance, repairs or general DIY work.
• Ability to work independently and use initiative to solve practical problems.
• Understanding of health and safety responsibilities and maintaining high standards.
• Excellent communication skills and a person-centred approach.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out general maintenance, repairs, painting, decorating and DIY tasks.
• Maintaining gardens, pathways and outdoor spaces to a high standard.
• Completing essential health and safety checks, including fire safety and water temperature monitoring.
• Helping to maintain a clean, safe and secure environment across the premises.
• Supporting contractors on site and acting as a key holder.
• Managing maintenance supplies, deliveries and operational tasks.

Skills

Caretaking experience

Maintenance & repairs

DIY skills

Health and safety awareness

Independent worker

Reliable and organized

Job description

The job requirements are detailed below. Where applicable the skills, qualifications and memberships required for this job have also been included.

Job details

Salary £26,427 per annum

Contractual hours 37

Basis Full time

Job category/type Social Care – Adults/Children

Date posted 15/10/2026

Job reference 19220

37 hours per week

Make a Difference Behind the Scenes at Bryn y Cae

Do you take pride in keeping buildings safe, well maintained and welcoming? Are you someone who enjoys practical work, solving problems and creating environments where people can thrive?

If so, we would love to hear from you.

At Bryn y Cae Residential Home, you'll play a vital role in supporting older people by ensuring their home remains safe, secure, attractive and fit for purpose. This is much more than a maintenance role. Every repair completed, garden maintained and safety check carried out contributes directly to the wellbeing of the people who live here.

What You'll Be Doing

• Carrying out general maintenance, repairs, painting, decorating and DIY tasks.
• Maintaining gardens, pathways and outdoor spaces to a high standard.
• Completing essential health and safety checks, including fire safety and water temperature monitoring.
• Helping to maintain a clean, safe and secure environment across the premises.
• Supporting contractors working on site and acting as a key holder.
• Managing maintenance supplies, deliveries and operational support tasks.

We're Looking For Someone Who

• Has experience in caretaking, maintenance, repairs or general DIY work.
• Can work independently and use their initiative to solve practical problems.
• Understands health and safety responsibilities and takes pride in maintaining high standards.
• Has excellent communication skills and a person-centred approach.
• Is reliable, organised and committed to making a positive difference every day.

Why Join Us? In return, we offer:

• Generous annual leave entitlement
• Comprehensive training and career development opportunities
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
• Staff reward and discount schemes
• Car Benefit Scheme and Cycle to Work Scheme

Additional Information

The successful candidate will be based at Bryn y Cae Residential Home, although occasional support may be required at other Provider Services locations to meet service needs.

Weekend and Bank Holiday working may be required, with shifts arranged according to the needs of the service.

If you're practical, proactive and want a role where your work genuinely matters.

The ability to greet customers through the medium of Welsh is a requirement for this post.

Protecting children, young people or adults at risk is a core responsibility of all council employees.

An Enhanced with Adults Barred list criminal records check by the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) is a requirement for this post.

A valid driving licence is requirement for this post.