Head of Maintenance & Facilities — Care Home Leader

Barchester Healthcare; Malton; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training and development

Wellbeing tools

Retail discounts

Refer a Friend bonus

Long Service Awards

Job summary

Barchester Healthcare is seeking a Head of Maintenance for a care home in the UK. You will manage a busy maintenance agenda across the building and grounds, lead a small team, and coordinate with contractors to deliver reliable, safe environments for residents and staff.

The role requires hands-on maintenance experience, at least one trade skill, and willingness to drive. GCSEs in Maths and English are expected, with a focus on flexibility and reliability.

Qualifications

• Hands-on property maintenance experience.
• Able to lead a team and work with contractors.

Responsibilities

• Lead maintenance tasks across care home and grounds.
• Support the General Manager with annual budget planning.
• Liaise with contractors for specialised work.
• Ensure maintenance work respects residents’ needs and safety.

Skills

Property maintenance

Team leadership

Trade skill

Education

GCSE Maths & English

Job description

Barchester Healthcare is seeking a Head of Maintenance for a care home in the UK. You will manage a busy maintenance agenda across the building and grounds, lead a small team, and coordinate with contractors to deliver reliable, safe environments for residents and staff.

The role requires hands-on maintenance experience, at least one trade skill, and willingness to drive. GCSEs in Maths and English are expected, with a focus on flexibility and reliability.