Maintenance Operative

Sanctuary Group; Dornoch; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days annual leave pro rata

Sick pay linked to length of service

Contributory pension

CI inspection bonus

Health and wellbeing support

Life insurance

Enhanced parental leave

Annual leave purchase scheme

Company-funded training

Flexible working

Inclusive culture

Team Leader Development Programme

Refer a Friend scheme

Job summary

Sanctuary Care in The Meadows, Dornoch, Sutherland is seeking a Maintenance Operative to join the team. The role involves practical repairs, basic plumbing, and maintaining facilities to a high standard while ensuring safety and good communication with residents and contractors.

The position offers 39 hours per week at £14.00 per hour with opportunities for training and development as part of Sanctuary Care's award-winning care home network.

Qualifications

• Practical repairs and maintenance tasks as part of daily duties.
• Basic plumbing knowledge and repair best practices.
• Ability to perform DIY tasks to a high standard.
• Understanding of health and safety protocols and compliance.
• Good communication with residents, families, colleagues and contractors.
• Valid driving licence and access to transport.
• Comfortable using an iPad or laptop for compliance tasks.

Responsibilities

• Access practical training to build confidence in key tasks, including plumbing essentials.
• 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.

Skills

Practical repairs

Basic plumbing

DIY

Health & safety awareness

Clear communication

Driving licence

IT literacy

Tools

iPad or laptop

Job description

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Salary: £14.00 per hour

Maintenance Operative

The Meadows, Dornoch, Sutherland IV25 3SF

£14.00 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 The Meadows in Dornoch, Sutherland IV25 3SF. 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 offer a comprehensive package designed to support your wellbeing, recognise your contribution, and help you build a rewarding career with Sanctuary:

• 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
• Free uniform provided for all care colleagues
• Refer a Friend scheme, rewarding you for helping great people join Sanctuary

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.

A PVG (Protecting Vulnerable Groups scheme) check in respect of protected adults 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.