Handyperson (Birchwood Care Home) 04473

West Berkshire Council; Newbury; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

West Berkshire Council is seeking a skilled Handyperson for their Adult Social Care Service. The role involves performing maintenance tasks, ensuring a safe environment for service users, and requires good communication and problem-solving skills. This fixed-term position offers flexible and hybrid working options.

Benefits

Flexible working

Hybrid working

Generous Local Government pension scheme

Family friendly policies

Wellbeing Programme

28 days annual leave

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a similar handyperson or maintenance role.
• Sound knowledge of general maintenance practices across various trades.

Responsibilities

• Performing general maintenance and repairs, including plumbing, electrical, and joinery work.
• Conducting regular inspections to identify maintenance needs.

Skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Maintenance practices

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location_on Location Newbury - Birchwood Care Home

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Handyperson (Birchwood Care Home) 04473

location_on Newbury - Birchwood Care Home 21/05/2025 Handyperson (Birchwood Care Home) 04473 Apply online

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Job details

Salary From £27,269 to £31,067 per annum (Grade F) Contractual hours 37 Package Fixed term Job category/type Adult Social Care Date posted 07/05/2025 Job reference REQ00000595 Attachments attachment Handyperson JD.pdf

Job description

Are you a skilled and versatile handyperson looking to contribute to the maintenance and smooth operation of a leading local authority? West Berkshire Council is seeking a dedicated individual to join our Adult Social Care Service as a Handyperson, providing essential support to ensure the highest standards of care are delivered to our service users.

The Role

As a Handyperson, you will be responsible for carrying out a range of maintenance and repair tasks across the Adult Social Care Service. Your key responsibilities will include:

• Performing general maintenance and repairs, including plumbing, electrical, and joinery work
• Conducting regular inspections to identify maintenance needs and proactively addressing issues
• Assisting with the installation and removal of equipment as required
• Ensuring a safe and suitable environment for service users by carrying out necessary adaptations
• Reporting any significant issues to the Registered Manager

The ideal candidate will possess the following skills and attributes:

• Proven experience in a similar handyperson or maintenance role
• Sound knowledge of general maintenance practices across various trades
• Ability to work independently, prioritising tasks and managing time effectively
• Good communication skills, with the ability to liaise with colleagues and service providers
• Problem-solving mindset, with the ability to identify and address maintenance issues

Additionally, a full driving licence and access to a vehicle are essential for this role, as you will be required to travel between sites.

This role is fixed term until February 2026 – Interim support (short term organisational change)

West Berkshire Council offer excellent employment benefits such as:

• Flexible working wherever possible between the hours of 07.00-21.00
• Hybrid working wherever possible working 40% in the office
• Access to a wide range of training and development opportunities
• Generous Local Government pension scheme
• Family friendly policies
• A range of local discounts
• Wellbeing Programme including Employee Assistance Programme and employee benefits
• You will also be entitled to a generous annual leave entitlement starting at 28 days per annum (plus public holidays) Rising by an additional 5 days after 5 years’ service.

Please note that the closing date is given as a guide.We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible to avoid disappointment.

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Liam Lewis on 01635 33967 or [e-mail] .

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Equal Opportunities

The Council supports Equal Opportunity of employment and positively encourages applications from people who fall within any of the nine protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010.

How to apply

Please now complete a short online application form. You will then be able to upload your CV.

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