Maintenance (Day)

Maria Mallaband Care Group Ltd; Greater London, Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in care services is seeking a dedicated Maintenance Person to join their team. This role involves ensuring the safety and well-being of residents and staff by conducting health and safety checks and maintaining a secure environment. The ideal candidate will have a genuine interest in working with older adults and possess the ability to manage tasks under pressure. With a supportive team atmosphere and opportunities for professional development, this position is perfect for someone passionate about making a difference in a care setting.

Benefits

Simply Health

Early Pay

Discounts across retailers

Exclusive discount on Tastecard

Free criminal record checks

Pension scheme

Flexible working patterns

Cycle to work scheme

Training support

Discounted gym membership

Qualifications

• Experience in health and safety checks of buildings and equipment.
• Ability to manage pressure and prioritize tasks effectively.

Responsibilities

• Conduct health and safety checks of the building and equipment.
• Work collaboratively with the care home team to ensure safety.

Skills

Health and Safety Checks

Communication Skills

Time Management

Empathy for Older People

Education

Relevant Qualifications in Maintenance

Job description

As a Maintenance Person for Maria Mallaband Care Group, you will be part of the care home's team and work with other staff to ensure the safety of all Service Users, visitors, and employees. The role can be physically and mentally demanding. The primary responsibilities include conducting health and safety checks of the building, environment, and equipment. You will also need to enter residents' rooms and be comfortable around people living with dementia.

We are only able to accept applicants who have the right to work in the UK and live within a commutable distance to the job location.

This role will include some weekend work.

Person Specification:

Professional

• The Maintenance Person should ideally hold relevant qualifications or be willing to work towards one.
• Understanding of the Health and Social Care Act 2008.

Experience

• Ability to manage pressure, prioritize tasks, and communicate effectively at all levels.
• Genuine interest in working in a care environment.
• Experience in health and safety checks of buildings, environment, and equipment.

General

• Understanding and empathy for older people.
• Ability to take a lead when needed and work well as part of a team.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
• Clean driving license.
• Ability to work in a homely, lively, and exciting environment.

Our Benefits:

In return for your work, you will receive a competitive salary package plus:

• Simply Health – company funded, providing cashback for prescriptions, optical, and dental costs, 24/7 virtual GP access, and more for you and up to 4 children.*
• Early Pay – Access to earned pay prior to payday.
• Benefits platform – discounts across multiple retailers, leisure providers, hospitality, etc.
• Exclusive discount on Tastecard - dine out with up to 50% off the total food bill.
• Free criminal record checks.
• Pension scheme with Nest.
• Flexible working patterns.
• Cycle to work scheme**.
• Service recognition.
• Training support and development opportunities.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Wellbeing support.
• Discounted gym membership.

*Benefits require completion of a 12-week probationary period before they can be accessed.

**Benefit subject to deduction not taking colleagues below the National Living Wage.

*Apprenticeship opportunities available.