Maintenance Assistant

Kisharon Langdon; Ovingdean; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension scheme

Wellbeing programme

Development opportunities

Job summary

Kisharon Langdon UK is seeking a Maintenance Assistant to deliver high-quality maintenance and facilities management across our North West London sites. You will ensure compliance, conduct inspections and manage contractors at 50 supported living properties.

Reporting to the Head of Maintenance, the role is full-time, 36 hours per week, with a salary of £33,000 per annum and a closing date of 27 September 2026. The post includes benefits such as a pension scheme and wellbeing programme.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of basic maintenance strategies and buildings.
• Capable of basic plumbing, carpentry, minor electrical work and painting.
• Good all-round knowledge of the building maintenance industry.
• Understand legal responsibilities around asbestos, legionella, fire safety, manual handling, working at height and COSHH.
• Level 2 in Building Maintenance or Multi-trade Repair and Refurbishment Operations or similar qualification.

Responsibilities

• Conduct health and safety checks including fire alarm testing, legionella flushing, emergency light testing and site safety inspections
• Carry out preventative and planned maintenance programmes with routine inspections of premises, fixtures, fittings, utility meters and grounds
• Undertake repairs, maintenance and improvements including furniture assembly, fitting curtain poles and general household repairs
• Act as the contact for contractors, ensuring they follow health and safety procedures, risk assessments and permits to work
• Manage keys, access cards and codes to maintain building security
• Ensure basic electrical safety procedures and PAT testing are organised and carried out as required

Skills

Basic maintenance knowledge

Plumbing

Carpentry

Minor electrical work

Painting

Health & safety awareness

Education

Level 2 in Building Maintenance or Multi-trade Repair and Refurbishment Operations

Job description

Are you ready to maintain safe, thriving spaces for people with learning disabilities and autism? Kisharon Langdon UK has an exciting Maintenance Assistant opportunity!

Location: North West London, NW9 6TD

Salary: £33,000 per annum

Job Type: Full-time

Hours: 36 hours per week

Closing Date: 27th September 2026

About Us:

Kisharon Langdon is a charity providing enhanced services across nursery, school, further education, employment and supported living for people with learning disabilities and autistic people and their families. We manage 50 properties across North West London and Hertfordshire, supporting our members to thrive and realise their ambitions. We celebrate diversity and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

Maintenance Assistant - The Role:

Reporting to the Head of Maintenance, you will deliver high-quality maintenance and facilities management services across our North West London sites. You will ensure compliance, conduct inspections and testing, and carry out repairs and maintenance works at our 50 supported living properties. You will be the front-line service contact for facilities and property management, managing sub-contractors and working on properties including Langdon College and Maccabi House, as well as our wider housing portfolio.

Maintenance Assistant - Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct health and safety checks including fire alarm testing, legionella flushing, emergency light testing and site safety inspections
• Carry out preventative and planned maintenance programmes with routine inspections of premises, fixtures, fittings, utility meters and grounds
• Undertake repairs, maintenance and improvements including furniture assembly, fitting curtain poles and general household repairs
• Act as the contact for contractors, ensuring they follow health and safety procedures, risk assessments and permits to work
• Manage keys, access cards and codes to maintain building security
• Ensure basic electrical safety procedures and PAT testing are organised and carried out as required

Maintenance Assistant - You:

• Have knowledge of basic maintenance strategies and buildings
• Can undertake basic plumbing, carpentry, minor electrical work and painting
• Possess good all-round knowledge of the building maintenance industry
• Understand legal responsibilities around asbestos, legionella, fire safety, manual handling, working at height and COSHH
• Hold Level 2 in Building Maintenance or Multi-trade Repair and Refurbishment Operations or similar qualification

Benefits:

• 21 days paid holiday per year, increasing with length of service, plus bank holidays and major Jewish festivals
• Company pension scheme
• Occupational sick pay after qualifying period, increasing with length of service
• Employee assistance and wellbeing programme with free access to independent advice and counselling
• Development and career progression opportunities

This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service and all applicants will need to demonstrate the right to work in the UK.

Please note at this time Kisharon Langdon cannot offer certificate of sponsorship support.

Closing Date: 27th September 2026