Maintenance Manager

Care Concern Group; South Oxfordshire; On-site; GBP 1,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider in Oxfordshire is seeking a Maintenance Manager to maintain a safe and comfortable environment at their care home. Responsibilities include general repairs, equipment maintenance, and compliance with health and safety regulations. Ideal candidates should have prior maintenance experience, practical skills, and a proactive attitude. This role offers a competitive salary and various benefits in a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Paid breaks

Pension scheme

Uniform provided

Onsite parking

5.6 weeks annual leave

Qualifications

• Previous maintenance experience, ideally in a care home or hospitality.
• Good practical skills across a range of maintenance tasks.
• Strong awareness of health and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Carry out general repairs and routine checks.
• Ensure all equipment and tools are maintained and stored properly.
• Conduct safety checks such as fire alarms.

Skills

Previous maintenance experience

Good practical skills

Strong awareness of health and safety regulations

Proactive and organized

Team player

Job description

Overview

Maintenance Manager, Maintenance - Valerian Court Care Home

Contract: Full Time

Salary: GBP14.56 Per Hour

Shift Type: Days

Contracted hours: 40

Valerian Court Care Home, located in Didcot, Oxfordshire, is a modern, purpose-built home offering exceptional standards of Nursing, Residential, Dementia, and Respite care for up to 70 residents.

We are now looking for a reliable and skilled Maintenance Manager to ensure our home and grounds are kept to the highest standard. Your work will directly contribute to creating a safe, comfortable, and welcoming environment for residents, visitors, and staff.

What We Offer

• GBP14.56 per hour, paid breaks
• Contracted to 40 hours per week
• Paid DBS, pension scheme, uniform provided, and onsite parking
• 5.6 weeks annual leave (based on a full-time contract)
• Supportive team environment within a values-led organisation

Why This Role Matters

As Maintenance Manager, you'll play a vital role in the smooth running of our home. From carrying out repairs and inspections to supporting larger projects and keeping our outdoor spaces tidy, your work will ensure our facilities are always safe, functional, and well-presented.

What You Will Do

In this hands-on role, you will carry out general repairs, routine checks, and planned maintenance tasks across the building and grounds. You will ensure all equipment, tools, and machinery are properly maintained and stored, and that health and safety standards are always met. You'll be responsible for safety checks such as fire alarms, assist with installations, and support refurbishment or improvement projects as needed. Most importantly, you'll take pride in maintaining a care home environment where residents feel at home.

What We're Looking For

• Previous maintenance experience, ideally in a care home, hospitality, or similar setting
• Good practical skills across a range of maintenance tasks (repairs, inspections, equipment care)
• Strong awareness of health and safety regulations
• Proactive, organised, and able to prioritise tasks effectively
• A team player with a positive, can-do attitude

About Us

Valerian Court Care Home is part of Care Concern Group, a family-owned, market-leading care provider with over 100 homes across the United Kingdom. We are committed to delivering outstanding care in specialist settings and creating supportive workplaces where our teams can grow and flourish. Our five core values – Trust, Respect, Passion, Kindness, Inclusivity – shape everything we do. If you share these values and want to bring your skills to a role where you are truly appreciated, we would love to hear from you.