Maintenance Assistant

Care Concern Group; Sefton; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 13,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid DBS

Pension

Uniform provided

Job summary

Hesketh Park Lodge Care Home in Southport is seeking a Maintenance Assistant to keep the home safe, well maintained and comfortable. This hands-on role covers repairs, basic electrical checks, installations and general upkeep, with a focus on a high quality living environment.

You will work independently and with the team, follow health and safety procedures, support planned maintenance, and contribute to a well organised and welcoming setting for residents.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in maintenance, facilities or a similar role
• Basic knowledge of general repairs, electrical and building maintenance
• Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively
• Understanding of health and safety procedures
• A proactive and practical approach
• Reliable, organised and able to problem solve

Responsibilities

• Carry out a wide range of maintenance tasks across the building and grounds
• Ensure equipment and systems are working safely and efficiently
• Respond promptly to issues and support planned maintenance
• Follow health and safety procedures and maintain a safe environment
• Work independently and with the wider team to keep the home in good repair

Skills

Maintenance experience

Facilities management

Electrical basics

Independent worker

Health & safety

Problem solving

Job description

Hesketh Park Lodge Care Home is a modern, purpose built 79 bed care home in Southport, Merseyside, delivering high quality residential, nursing, dementia and respite care within a supportive, person centred environment.

Maintenance Assistant Contract

• £13.39 per hour
• Contracted to 16 hours per week
• Paid DBS, pension, uniform provided
• 5.6 weeks annual leave (based on a full time contract)

Role Overview

As Maintenance Assistant, you will play a key role in ensuring the home remains safe, well maintained and comfortable at all times. This is a hands on and varied role where your practical skills and attention to detail will have a direct impact on the environment and daily experience.

You will carry out a wide range of maintenance tasks across the building and grounds, including repairs, basic electrical checks, installations and general upkeep. You will ensure equipment and systems are working safely and efficiently, responding promptly to issues and supporting planned maintenance.

Working independently and alongside the wider team, you will follow health and safety procedures, support compliance checks and help maintain a well organised, safe and welcoming environment.

What We Are Looking For

• Previous experience in maintenance, facilities or a similar role
• Basic knowledge of general repairs, electrical and building maintenance
• Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively
• Understanding of health and safety procedures
• A proactive and practical approach
• Reliable, organised and able to problem solve

About Us

Hesketh Park Lodge Care Home is part of Care Concern Group, a family owned, market leading care provider with a strong and growing presence across the United Kingdom. We are committed to delivering high quality care and developing supportive, rewarding workplaces where our teams can thrive.

Our five core values Trust|Respect|Passion|Kindness|Inclusivity are at the heart of everything we do, shaping the care we deliver and the environments we create. If you share these values and want to build or develop your career in care, we would love to hear from you.