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Maintenance Assistant - Bank - Care HomeNHS

Milton Keynes, MK6 5LS Bank £14.80
Posted 22 August 2026 Closing date 20 October 2026
Milton Keynes Central Rail Station (1.5 miles, direct) Luton Airport DART Station (18.7 miles, direct) Milton Keynes Coachway (2.6 miles, direct)

Job summary

This role will be covering Ashby House in Milton Keynes, Collingtree Park in Northampton and Juniper House in Brackley. You must be a driver for this role. ABOUT THE ROLE This is a casual, part-time role offering flexible working. As a Bank Maintenance Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll help to create the safe and attractive surroundings that will enable us to give our patients the quality care and support they deserve. It's important that our homes give the right first impression and that every area is always well-maintained. In the role of Bank Maintenance Assistant, you can expect plenty of variety as you provide the cover that ensures our building and grounds are at their best all day, every day. ABOUT YOU You'll need some experience of property maintenance to join us as a Bank Maintenance Assistant. We'll also look for a patient, caring nature and a genuine interest in our patients. As well as that, you should be flexible, reliable and ready to turn your hand to a range of tasks all focused on keeping the hospital maintained to the highest standards. REWARDS PACKAGE As well as competitive pay, you can look forward to a role that offers true flexibility and plenty of free learning and development opportunities. As one of the UK's leading healthcare providers, we take the growth of everyone who works for us seriously. As this is a Bank position to provide cover as and when we need it (such as for annual leave or sick leave), the hours and days you work will vary.

Main duties of the job

The Maintenance Assistant is a bank position at Barchester Healthcare, based out of Milton Keynes and covering Ashby House as well as two other locations. This is a casual, part-time role that emphasizes flexibility, offering work when necessary, like during staff absences. A central responsibility is ensuring that the care homes maintain a safe, clean, and inviting environment which is key to delivering excellent patient care. Individuals in this role need to possess some property maintenance experience and should display attributes like patience, reliability, and a caring attitude. It's vital that the maintenance assistant can adapt to a variety of tasks, all aimed at keeping the facility in top-notch condition. That includes grounds maintenance and addressing issues as they arise. The role offers competitive pay and opportunities for professional development as Barchester is committed to the growth and training of its staff. Having a driver's license is imperative since the position involves covering multiple locations. Additionally, this position comes with a sense of purpose as the assistant becomes an integral part of delivering quality care expected for loved ones.

Job description

This role will be covering Ashby House in Milton Keynes, Collingtree Park in Northampton and Juniper House in Brackley. You must be a driver for this role.ABOUT THE ROLEThis is a casual, part-time role offering flexible working. As a Bank Maintenance Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll help to create the safe and attractive surroundings that will enable us to give our patients the quality care and support they deserve. It's important that our homes give the right first impression and that every area is always well-maintained. In the role of Bank Maintenance Assistant, you can expect plenty of variety as you provide the cover that ensures our building and grounds are at their best all day, every day.

ABOUT YOUYou'll need some experience of property maintenance to join us as a Bank Maintenance Assistant. We'll also look for a patient, caring nature and a genuine interest in our patients. As well as that, you should be flexible, reliable and ready to turn your hand to a range of tasks all focused on keeping the hospital maintained to the highest standards.

REWARDS PACKAGEAs well as competitive pay, you can look forward to a role that offers true flexibility and plenty of free learning and development opportunities. As one of the UK's leading healthcare providers, we take the growth of everyone who works for us seriously.

As this is a Bank position to provide cover as and when we need it (such as for annual leave or sick leave), the hours and days you work will vary.

If you'd like to use your maintenance and people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you'd expect for your loved ones, this is a rewarding place to be.

About us

Barchester Healthcare is a premier healthcare provider in the UK, focusing on delivering quality care across its numerous facilities. Renowned for its commitment to creating safe, clean, and delightful environments, Barchester supports individuals by providing exceptional care and by maintaining surroundings that reflect a warm, welcoming first impression. Employees play a vital role in realizing this vision through a concerted effort to keep the facilities and grounds well-maintained and presentable. As an employer, Barchester is dedicated to its team's professional advancement, offering plenty of free learning and development options. In the realm of healthcare, Barchester is noted for encouraging a collaborative and growth-oriented culture where each employee is valued and contributes to upholding the highest standards of care and customer satisfaction. The organisation not only cherishes its patients but also deeply invests in the welfare and development of its staff, ensuring everyone can deliver the best possible care.

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