Handyperson

Applefields School; Harrogate; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local government pension scheme

Health Assured

Generous annual leave 28–34 days pro‑r

Salary sacrifice and discounts

Job summary

North Yorkshire Council is seeking a hands-on operative to carry out minor adaptations and practical works across North Yorkshire, helping older and vulnerable residents stay independent in their homes. You will install assistive equipment, assess needs and collaborate with therapists to ensure safe, compliant solutions.

The role involves travel throughout North Yorkshire, a vehicle will be provided, and the team emphasises customer service and problem solving in daily duties.

Qualifications

• Practical experience in building maintenance or joinery.
• Able to use hand and power tools safely.
• Commitment to improving independence and well-being of residents.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Undertake minor adaptations and handyperson works in customers' homes
• Install grab rails, handrails, key safes and other assistive equipment
• Construction of small steps and access solutions
• Assess work requirements and recommend practical solutions
• Provide excellent customer service to residents, families and professionals
• Work closely with Occupational Therapists, Trusted Assessors and partner organisations
• Ensure all work is completed safely and to high standard in line with relevant legislation and procedures
• Support the delivery of non-complex adaptation works
• You will be provided with a vehicle and will be responsible for performing daily checks and ensuring compliance with vehicle maintenance requirements.

Skills

Building maintenance

Joinery

Repairs

Tools experience

Customer service

Independent worker

Driving licence

Job description

About the Role

Join North Yorkshire Home Improvement Agency and become part of a supportive team dedicated to helping older and vulnerable residents live safely, independently and comfortably in their own homes for longer. This rewarding role involves carrying out minor adaptations and practical works that have a real impact on people's daily lives, enabling people to remain independent, maintain their wellbeing and continue accessing their home safely and confidently.

From fitting grab rails and handrails to installing key safes, constructing access solutions and completing small adaptations, no two days are the same. Through the delivery of repairs, adaptations and practical support, you will play a vital role in helping residents across North Yorkshire maintain their independence and quality of life, making this an ideal opportunity for someone who enjoys practical work, solving problems and helping others.

Key Responsibilities

• Undertake minor adaptations and handyperson works in customers' homes
• Install grab rails, handrails, key safes and other assistive equipment
• Construction of small steps and access solutions
• Assess work requirements and recommend practical solutions
• Provide excellent customer service to residents, families and professionals
• Work closely with Occupational Therapists, Trusted Assessors and partner organisations
• Ensure all work is completed safely and to high standard in line with relevant legislation and procedures
• Support the delivery of non-complex adaptation works

You will be provided with a vehicle and will be responsible for performing daily checks and ensuring compliance with vehicle maintenance requirements.

What You Will Bring

• Practical experience of building maintenance, joinery, repairs or similar trade
• Good practical and problem-solving skills with experience of using hand and power tools
• A commitment to enhancing the independence and wellbeing of vulnerable residents through the delivery of high-quality services
• Excellent customer service and communication skills
• The ability to work independently and manage your own workload
• Basic IT skills and the ability to maintain accurate records
• Full UK driving licence

A Trusted Assessor qualification or experience of delivering adaptations would be advantageous but is not essential.

Working for Us

• Our holiday entitlement starts at 28 days rising to 34 days (pro-rata) per year with continued service, plus public holidays
• Pension: save for your retirement with our generous local government pension scheme
• Salary sacrifice, employee cash back and discounts schemes
• Learning, development and career advancement opportunities
• Health Assured – confidential help and support for your wellbeing

This role is subject to an DBS check and requires travel throughout North Yorkshire.

Please note we will be interviewing whilst this advert is live and reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are successful.

NYC are committed to directly recruiting staff and will not accept applications nor services from agency suppliers in respect of our vacancies.

We are committed to meeting the needs of our diverse community and aim to have a workforce reflecting this diversity. We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

North Yorkshire Councils’ purpose is to deliver services and facilities to the diverse residents and visitors of North Yorkshire. To ensure we deliver inclusive services we strive to have a diverse workforce where everybody can be themselves by respecting differences and embedding equality of opportunity. We celebrate diversity and recognise each other’s contributions, we therefore welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds.