Maintenance Assistant

Elysium Healthcare Limited; Exley Head; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in the UK is looking for a Maintenance Assistant at Three Valleys Hospital. In this role, you will help maintain a safe and presentable environment for vulnerable individuals. Responsibilities include conducting audits, performing repairs, and liaising with contractors. You will also enjoy a competitive salary and extensive benefits including career development opportunities and 33 days of annual leave. Join us and make a positive impact on lives.

Benefits

Annual base salary of £25,837

33 days annual leave plus birthday off

Career development and training

Access to Rewards & Benefits platform

Wellbeing support

Blue Light Card for discounts

Life Assurance

24/7 GP service

Enhanced maternity package

Pension contribution

Qualifications

• Previous experience within a maintenance role is essential.
• Ability to work effectively as a part of a team and independently.
• Respectful attitude towards residents for quality service.

Responsibilities

• Ensure service, buildings, and facilities are maintained and fit for purpose.
• Utilise DIY skills to maintain safety.
• Conduct regular maintenance checks and assist in repairs.

Skills

DIY skills

Teamwork

Communication

Job description

Join Three Valleys Hospital as a Maintenance Assistant where you will be part of creating a well‑presented and safe environment for some of the most vulnerable people in society. As a Maintenance Assistant, you will be responsible for ensuring the services facilities are fit for purpose, including gardening, and will regularly conduct audits to identify and repair any faults, ensuring a safe environment for service users, staff and visitors. Working alongside an established team, you will turn your hand to all maintenance‑related tasks, liaising with contractors to support the upkeep of the service. You’ll receive all necessary training to get you started and join the dedicated team, where you can make a positive difference and be part of changing lives for the better. There is also a huge range of courses on offer to help grow and develop your career. If you have the aspiration, capability and dedication, Elysium Healthcare can give you the support and opportunities to help you achieve your career goals.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with ensuring that the service, buildings, facilities and equipment requirements are maintained and fit for purpose.
• Utilising good DIY skills to ensure the safety of service users is maintained.
• Assisting in regular checks and maintenance.
• Assisting in the repair and maintenance of all buildings.
• Assisting in all decorating.
• Liaising with a manager and reporting all faults and defects.
• Participating in a 1‑week retaining on‑call rota for the purposes of emergency maintenance.
• Coordinating and supporting contractors whilst on site and completing all paperwork and tool checks.

Qualifications & Experience

• Have previous experience within a maintenance role.
• Be able to work effectively as part of a team and independently.
• Show courtesy and respect to residents at all times to ensure they enjoy the highest quality of service.
• Attend and participate in training sessions and staff meetings.
• All candidates will be subject to a DBS disclosure.

Elysium Healthcare has over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 90 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education, there is opportunity for you to grow and move.

Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people globally. It follows safer recruitment of staff for all appointments and is a Disability Confident employer, committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person’s individual responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of service users.

Join the multidisciplinary team at Three Valleys Hospital, caring for people with complex mental health issues in a safe and supportive environment. There are a range of services across five wards — including a specialist dementia service — where you’ll gain experience working with gender‑specific distinct rehabilitation and step‑down services. All 43 bedrooms have en‑suite facilities, and the communal areas are spacious with a warm, homely feel.

Benefits

What You’ll Get At Elysium Healthcare, we believe in taking care of the people who care for others. You’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, growth, and future:

• Annual base salary of £25,837
• The equivalent of 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays) — plus your birthday off and the option to buy additional annual leave, in our annual selection window.
• Career development and training to help you achieve your professional goals.
• Access to our Rewards & Benefits platform Ely‑Vate; a one‑stop destination for everyday savings, exclusive benefits, and a wellbeing hub.
• Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a healthy work‑life balance.
• Access to a Blue Light Card, which provides a range of exclusive offers and discounts.
• Life Assurance, for added peace of mind.
• Stream — instant access to earned wages when you need it, plus access to save directly from your wages, alongside financial wellbeing support.
• 24/7 GP service and second medical opinion, to ensure you are the best you can be.
• Enhanced maternity package, so you can truly enjoy this special time.
• Pension contribution, to help secure your future.

EEO Statement

Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment of staff for all appointments and is a Disability Confident employer. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person’s individual responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of service users.