Maintenance Person

Family-owned Kingsley Healthcare; Downham Market; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-ranked healthcare company in Downham Market is seeking a dedicated Maintenance Person to maintain premises and assist in the overall well-being of residents. You will ensure a high standard of maintenance, perform regular checks, and carry out necessary repairs. Ideal candidates will have experience in maintenance roles and maintain a strong focus on health and safety. The position offers a supportive and caring work environment, committed to staff development.

Qualifications

• Capability of working to a very high standard.
• Experience in a facilities / maintenance role.
• A full valid UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the premises and grounds to a high standard.
• Perform regular checks and repairs as needed.
• Carry out fire, basic electrical and appliance checks.

Skills

Team collaboration

Maintenance tasks

Effective communication

Health and safety knowledge

Tools

General maintenance tools

Job description

Maintenance Person

Posting date: 24 September 2025

Salary: £13 per hour

Hours: Full time

Closing date: 22 October 2025

Location: Downham Market, Norfolk, PE38 9PA

Company: Kingsley Healthcare

Job type: Permanent

Job reference: 4106

Summary

About the company

Family-owned Kingsley Healthcare is a UK top 20 ranked care home group (carehome.co.uk) employing 2,000-plus staff and supporting 1,400 residents.

We have a sector-leading 4.7 Glassdoor rating and are proud to be a Real Living Wage employer. Furthermore, we are proud to have been ranked Number 1 in the UK for work wellbeing in recruiter Indeed's Better Work Awards 2023. A true testament to Kingsley's caring ethos.

As a Maintenance Person, you will make sure the premises and grounds are maintained to a high standard. Performing regular checks, carrying out repairs and, when needed, contact engineers or service agents. You will be confident in doing fire, basic electrical and appliance checks. As the home's Maintenance Person, you'll be a valuable member of their friendly, close-knit team, promoting the well-being of the residents and the successful running of the home.

Reports to: Home Manager/Asset Manager

Responsibilities

• Maintain the premises and grounds to a high standard, performing regular checks and repairs as needed.
• Contact engineers or service agents when required.
• Carry out fire, basic electrical and appliance checks.

Qualifications

• Capability of working to a very high standard.
• Ability to work as part of a team, take direction and communicate effectively.
• Experience in a facilities / maintenance role.
• Ability to perform repair work, painting, gardening and other maintenance duties.
• Ability to use tools and equipment in a safe manner.
• Knowledge of health and safety requirements relevant to a maintenance role.
• A full valid UK driving licence.

What will you get from the role

You will have the satisfaction of working with and being supported by an enthusiastic and caring team that puts people at the heart of the business. We know the happiness of our staff improves the service we give our residents. You will have plenty of opportunities to learn and develop your skills, and we have the procedures and processes in place to help you at every step.