Head of Maintenance - Care Home

Job Description

ABOUT THE ROLE

As a Head of Maintenance at a Barchester care home, you'll ensure a clean and well-maintained environment so residents feel at home and staff can perform their duties effectively. Creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere is part of our commitment to delivering first-class care and support.

You can expect variety in your role. You'll handle tasks within the care home building, gardens, and grounds, such as fixing leaks or planting bulbs. You should be comfortable working independently, leading a team, and supporting the General Manager with annual budget planning. Liaising with contractors for specialized jobs will also be part of your responsibilities.

ABOUT YOU

The wellbeing of our residents will be your top priority. You will ensure all work is carried out with sensitivity to their needs. With hands-on property maintenance experience, you'll have at least one trade skill and ideally a broad range of maintenance capabilities. Reliability and flexibility regarding working hours are essential. A full UK driving licence, IT literacy, and GCSEs in Maths and English (or equivalent) are required.

REWARDS PACKAGE

In return, you'll receive a competitive salary plus our sector-leading benefits and rewards, including:

• Free training and development opportunities
• Access to wellbeing and support tools
• A range of retail discounts and savings
• Unlimited referrals through our 'Refer a Friend' bonus scheme
• Employee of the Month rewards and Long Service Awards

And much more!

If you're eager to apply your maintenance and leadership skills in an organization committed to quality care, this is a rewarding opportunity.