Maintenance Operative

Sanctuary Group; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days’ annual leave pro rata

Sick pay linked to length of service

Contributory pension

Health and wellbeing support

Company-paid life insurance

Enhanced parental leave

Employer-funded training

Flexible working options

Inclusive culture

Retail discounts / Cycle to Work

Job summary

Sanctuary Care is hiring a Maintenance Operative at Meadow View Residential Care Home in Canterbury. The role involves carrying out minor repairs, basic plumbing and DIY to maintain the home and garden to a high standard, with a focus on safety and resident comfort.

You will join a supportive team with access to practical training and development opportunities. A driving licence and reliable transport are required to cover other homes when needed, and you will use digital tools like an iPad for

Qualifications

• Experience in minor repairs and basic plumbing/D.I.Y.
• Good health & safety practices and compliance understanding.
• Driving licence and access to transport.

Responsibilities

• Carry out minor repairs and keep the home and garden in good condition.
• Access practical training and development opportunities.
• Coordinate contractor visits and ensure work meets quality standards.
• Communicate clearly with residents, families, colleagues and contractors.
• Provide cover at other homes when needed.
• Support with health and safety checks and compliance tasks.

Skills

Maintenance skills

Basic plumbing

DIY

Health & safety awareness

Communication

Teamwork

Driving licence

Digital literacy (iPad/laptop)

Job description

Operation: Sanctuary Care

Salary: £14.28 per hour

Requisition: 229962

Inclusion is one of our core values. Our goal is to be a diverse, inclusive organisation where our people thrive and meet our customers’ needs with fairness and empathy. We know having a range of ideas and opinions makes a difference. We encourage and welcome applications from people from diverse backgrounds to support this mission. We will make adjustments throughout your application process, in line with Sanctuary’s commitment to our Disability Confident employer status.

Maintenance Operative

Meadow View Residential Care Home, Blackthorn Road, Hersden, Canterbury, Kent, CT3 4GB

£14.28 per hour

39 hours per week

Discover your sense of belonging

We believe care is more than a job – it’s a calling, and we’d love you to be part of it. We’re excited to welcome a Maintenance Operative to our friendly team at Meadow View in Canterbury. And with sector leading results showing our colleagues highly recommend Sanctuary Care as a great place to work, you’ll be joining a culture that supports you to thrive, grow, and be recognised for the difference you make.

We're proudlyInvestors in People Platinum accredited and not-for-profit, which means every penny we make goes straight back into our people and our homes. Whether you’ve already found your calling or you’re still discovering it, we’ll support you every step of the way. From your first day to your dream role, we’ll help you get there.

When you join Sanctuary Care, you’re joining an award-winning team where colleagues and residents truly matter. We’re proud winners of the 2025 Nursing Times Award for Care of Older People and the 2025 Care Home Awards Best for Training and Development, and Outstanding Larger Care Home Group.

Your role

• Access practical training to build confidence in key tasks – including plumbing essentials and repair best practices
• Benefit from development opportunities shaped by Maintenance Operative feedback
• Carry out regular health and safety checks to keep everyone safe
• Complete minor repairs and maintain the home and garden to a high standard
• Communicate clearly with residents, families, colleagues and contractors
• Coordinate contractor visits and ensure work meets quality standards
• Provide cover at other homes when needed
• Practical experience in minor repairs, basic plumbing and DIY
• Understanding of health and safety protocols (Legionella awareness desirable)
• Ability to work well with others and communicate effectively
• Valid driving licence and access to transport
• Confidence using an iPad or laptop for compliance tasks

Your rewards

You deserve more than the basics. That’s why, alongside 33 days’ annual leave pro rata (including bank holidays), occupational sick pay linked to length of service, and a contributory pension, we’ve created a package to help you thrive:

• CQC/CI inspection bonus
• Health and wellbeing support – including Aviva Digicare+ with virtual GP appointments, plus an Employee Assistance Programme offering medical, financial, and legal advice, as well as short-term counselling
• Company-paid life insurance
• Enhanced parental leave arrangements and annual leave purchase scheme
• Company-funded training and ongoing career development opportunities, including our Team Leader Development Programme
• Flexible working options and an inclusive culture where everyone belongs, supported by our staff networks including PRISM, Disability, Race Equality and Parent networks
• Exclusive retail discounts , Cycle to Work, and salary sacrifice arrangements

Some rewards are subject to a qualifying period or other criteria – visit our website for more information.

Before you apply

• We can only accept applications from individuals with the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available for this vacancy.
• All roles require safeguarding and pre-employment checks, including criminal records and overseas police checks if needed; for more information, please get in touch.
• Internal candidates should apply via their internal careers account.
• We may close this advert early, so please apply as soon as possible.

We work closely with the Home Office in order to prevent illegal working.

An enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check will be necessary in the event of a successful application which we will pay for.

Sanctuary Care Limited is a subsidiary of Sanctuary Housing Association, an exempt charity.