Maintenance

NHS; Parbold; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider in Parbold seeks a Maintenance Operative to ensure the smooth running of the care home. Responsibilities include maintenance tasks like repairs and decoration while collaborating with the home manager and team. Candidates should have solid maintenance experience and an engaging persona to support residents effectively. This role offers opportunities for personal and professional development in a caring environment.

Benefits

Pension contribution of 5%

Recognition and referral schemes

Uniform provided and DBS check costs paid

28 days annual leave

Fully funded training

Support for personal development plans

Qualifications

• Experience of working within a similar environment.
• Experience with building, DIY, cleaning, and housekeeping is essential.
• Ability to work well under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Perform a wide range of maintenance tasks including decoration and repairs.
• Collaborate with the home manager and maintenance team.
• Maintain high standards and ensure a well-maintained environment.

Skills

Solid maintenance experience

Technical knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems

General knowledge of plumbing and joinery

Flexible and adaptable

Engaging persona

Job description

Akari Care is a leading provider of high-quality care for the elderly, with a focus on creating a supportive and enriching environment for residents. The Maintenance Operative role is crucial in ensuring the smooth running and maintenance of the care home, contributing to the overall well-being and comfort of the residents.

Main duties of the job

The Maintenance Operative will be responsible for a wide range of maintenance tasks, including internal decoration, grounds maintenance, building repairs, and utilities management. They will work closely with the home manager and the wider maintenance team to maintain high standards and ensure the home is well-maintained. The successful candidate will have a hands-on, practical approach, coupled with a compassionate and caring nature to support the needs of the residents.

About us

Akari Care is a respected and award-winning provider of residential and nursing care for the elderly. With a strong focus on person-centered care, the organisation aims to create a warm and inclusive environment where residents can thrive and enjoy a high quality of life. Akari Care operates several care homes across the UK, each designed to provide a comfortable and nurturing setting for older adults.

Job responsibilities

Package Description:

If you are passionate about caring for the elderly and want to build a long-term career in one of our award-winning homes, then look no further than Akari Care. Our aim is to create an environment where our residents are valued, respected, and are offered the personalised care they deserve.

We now seek a Maintenance Operative who is passionate about, and thrives on, making a real and positive difference to the lives of older people.

Whilst this position is a very hands-on, practical role, it is hugely important to us that you be mindful of and conscientious to individual needs and backgrounds. As part of our home team, you will play a vital role in engaging with, supporting, and improving the quality of lives for our residents. You will carry out your tasks in a way that also promotes an approachable and respectful relationship with our residents to enable them to live a fulfilled and comfortable life with a sense of security, dignity, and self-respect.

Working in collaboration and unison with the home Manager and the wider maintenance team you will be responsible for ensuring that high standards are continually met with regards to maintenance in and around the home. This will include but is not limited to: internal decoration; grounds maintenance and safety; building repairs; supplies; and utilities. Each day will present you with challenges which must be unreservedly embraced whilst being respectful and supportive of individual and differing needs of both residents and colleagues. You will continually assess all areas of the home and provide dedicated attention if / when required. Systematically ensuring that the home is well maintained alongside imparting your knowledge to all other colleagues to ensure they adhere to the same high standards.

By showing us you can match our values with the right desire for personalised excellence, community spirit and a kind, caring and compassionate nature, we, in return, can offer you a career developing your knowledge, skills and abilities to support vulnerable adults with the care their individual needs require.

What we require from you:

Experience of working within similar environment

Solid maintenance experience, building, DIY, cleaning, and housekeeping

Technical knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems

General knowledge of plumbing and joinery

An all-round attitude to maintenance and repairs, with an innovative solution-based approach

Flexible and adaptable to changes at short notice

Work well under pressure without negative impact to those around you

Warm, approachable, and engaging persona

Respect everyone, treating others as you would expect to be treated

Resilient and adaptable to differing needs of colleagues and residents

Whats in it for you:

Pension contribution of 5%

Recognition schemes and rewarding referral schemes

Uniform provided and DBS check costs paid

28 days annual leave (based on full-time hours, including Bank Holidays)

Fully funded training and development

Support with personal development plans

The opportunity to grow and develop both personally and professionally

An engaging community environment where everyone is respected and included

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Person Specification

Qualifications

• The ideal candidate will have experience working in a similar environment, with solid maintenance skills in areas such as building, DIY, cleaning, and housekeeping. They should also have technical knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems, as well as general knowledge of plumbing and joinery. A flexible, adaptable, and solution-oriented approach is essential, as is the ability to work well under pressure while maintaining a warm and approachable persona.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.