Maintenance Operative – Care Home (On-Call & Repairs)

Avery Healthcare Group; Droitwich Spa; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Avery Healthcare Group is seeking a Maintenance Operative for Droitwich Mews Care Home in Droitwich Spa, Worcestershire. You will maintain the building and grounds, perform routine maintenance tasks, and support residents with room setup.

The role requires general maintenance experience, a full driving licence, and knowledge of health and safety practices. You will be part of a caring team dedicated to high standards of care and safety.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year’s experience in a general maintenance or handy person role.
• Full driving licence.
• Knowledge of Health and Safety, particularly Moving and Handling techniques, Fire Safety and COSHH assessments.
• Able to be adaptive and flexible to cover a range of responsibilities at short notice.
• DBS check will be required; proof of eligibility to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Carry out general maintenance tasks and basic repairs (electrical, plumbing, joinery, building) inside and outside the Home.
• Support new residents to arrange their room as they wish.
• Ensure routine re-decoration to maintain home standards.
• Advise on supplies and quality of items; order replacements as needed.
• Provide out-of-hours emergency service and participate in the on-call rota.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Driving licence

Health and Safety

Adaptable & flexible

Education

Trade qualification

Job description

Avery Healthcare Group is seeking a Maintenance Operative for Droitwich Mews Care Home in Droitwich Spa, Worcestershire. You will maintain the building and grounds, perform routine maintenance tasks, and support residents with room setup.

The role requires general maintenance experience, a full driving licence, and knowledge of health and safety practices. You will be part of a caring team dedicated to high standards of care and safety.