Maintenance Assistant

Elysium Healthcare Limited; Town of Newark (WI); On-site; USD 31,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

35+ days leave incl. birthday

Career development and training

Pension contributions

Free meals

Parking

Blue Light Card

Wellbeing support

Job summary

Elysium Healthcare is seeking a Maintenance Assistant at The Farndon Unit, Newark, Nottinghamshire, for a 6-month fixed-term contract. You’ll perform maintenance on buildings, facilities and equipment, support contractors, and help keep residents safe and comfortable.

You will join an established team, receive training, and contribute to a positive care environment, with opportunities for career development and a large benefits package.

Qualifications

• Previous maintenance experience in a care or similar setting.
• Ability to perform regular checks and maintenance.
• Comply with procedures and safety standards.
• Good communication with residents and staff.

Responsibilities

• Maintain service buildings, facilities and equipment.
• Carry out regular safety checks and fault repairs.
• Liaise with managers and contractors on site.
• Coordinate and support on-site contractors and complete paperwork.
• Participate in a one-week on-call rota for emergencies.
• Ensure compliance with systems and procedures.

Skills

Maintenance experience

DIY skills

Teamwork

Communications

Job description

as a Maintenance Assistant where you will be part of creating a well- presented and safe environment for some of the most vulnerable people in society.

As a Maintenance Assistant, you will be responsible for ensuring the services facilities are fit for purpose, gardening and will regularly conduct audits to identify and repair any faults ensuring a safe environment for service users, staff and visitors.

Working alongside an established team, you will turn your hand to all maintenance-related tasks, liaising with contractors to support the upkeep of the service.

You’ll receive all necessary training to get you started and join the dedicated team, where you can make a positive difference and be part of changing lives for the better.There’s also a huge range of courses on offer to help grow and develop your career. If you have the aspiration, capability and dedication, Elysium Healthcare can give you the support and opportunities to help you achieve your career goals.

This is a 6 Month fixed term position.

As a Maintenance Assistant you will be:

Assisting with ensuring that the service, buildings, facilities and equipment requirements are maintained and fit for purpose.

Utilising good DIY skills to ensure safety of service users is maintained

Assisting in regular checks and maintenance

Assistingin the repair and maintenance of all buildings

Liaising with a manager reporting all faults and defects

Participating in a 1 week retaining on-call rota for the purposes of emergency maintenance

Coordinating and supporting contractors whilst on site and completing of all paperwork and tool checks

To be successful in this role, you will:

Comply with system and procedures

Have previous experience within a maintenance role

Work effectively as part of a team and independently

Show courtesy and respect to residents at all times to ensure that they enjoy the highest quality of service

Attend and participate in training sessions and staff meetings

Where you will be working:

Location

: The Farndon Unit, Farndon Road, Newark, Nottinghamshire, NG24 4SW

You will be working at the Farndon Unit, a purpose-built low secure hospital that offers personalised assessment and recovery-based treatment pathways, including a trauma‑specific pathway, for women with complex care needs.

You will join the multidisciplinary team in providing specialist care for people with a diagnosis of severe and enduring Mental Health illness and/or Personality Disorder and/or mild Learning Disability.

The combination of general low secure wards and a recovery ward area (also within the low secure perimeter) provide a seamless internal care pathway supporting and empowering recovery and rehabilitation.

What You’ll Get:

At Elysium Healthcare, we believe in taking care of the people who care for others, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, growth, and future:

Annual base salary of £25,565

The equivalent of 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays) – plus your birthday off and the option to buy additional annual leave, in our annual selection window

Career development and training to help you achieve your professional goals

Access to our Rewards & Benefits platform Ely-Vate; Your one-stop destination for everyday savings, exclusive benefits, and wellbeing hub!

Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance

Access to Blue Light Card, which provides a range of exclusive offers and discounts

Life Assurance, for added peace of mind

Stream – instant access to earned wages when you need it, plus access to save, directly from your wages, alongside financial wellbeing support

24/7 GP service and second medical opinion, to ensure you are the best you can be

Enhanced Maternity Package, so you can truly enjoy this special time

Pension contribution, to help secure your future

Free meals and local parking

About your next employer:

Elysium Health care has over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 80 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education, there is opportunity for you to grow and move.

Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people globally.

Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment of staff for all appointments and is a Disability Confident employer, committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person’s individual responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of service users. All candidates will be subject to a DBS disclosure.