Head of Maintenance - Care HomeNHS

Job summary

ABOUT THE ROLE As a Head of Maintenance at a Barchester care home, you'll make sure we have a clean and well-maintained environment so that residents feel at home and staff can do their jobs well. Creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere is part of our commitment to delivering first-class care and support. You can expect plenty of variety as a Head of Maintenance with us. You'll turn your hand to all sorts of tasks within the care home building as well as in the gardens and grounds. That could mean fixing a leaky tap one minute and planting some new bulbs the next. You should be comfortable working alone, leading a team and supporting the General Manager with annual budget planning. We'll also need you to liaise with contractors on jobs that fall outside the expertise of your team. ABOUT YOU The wellbeing of our residents will be your number one priority as a Head of Maintenance at Barchester you'll make sure all work is carried out with sensitivity to their needs. With hands-on experience of property maintenance, you'll have at lea

Main duties of the job

The position of Head of Maintenance at Barchester Healthcare involves ensuring a clean and well-maintained environment for residents and staff at a care home in Blackpool. The role includes a variety of tasks within the care home and its grounds, requiring flexibility and a range of maintenance skills including plumbing and gardening. The Head of Maintenance will work independently and as part of a team, will participate in annual budget planning, and will coordinate with contractors when necessary. The role prioritizes the wellbeing of residents and calls for sensitivity in operations, along with a full UK driving licence, IT literacy, and GCSEs in Maths and English.

Job description

ABOUT THE ROLEAs a Head of Maintenance at a Barchester care home, you'll make sure we have a clean and well-maintained environment so that residents feel at home and staff can do their jobs well. Creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere is part of our commitment to delivering first-class care and support.

You can expect plenty of variety as a Head of Maintenance with us. You'll turn your hand to all sorts of tasks within the care home building as well as in the gardens and grounds. That could mean fixing a leaky tap one minute and planting some new bulbs the next. You should be comfortable working alone, leading a team and supporting the General Manager with annual budget planning. We'll also need you to liaise with contractors on jobs that fall outside the expertise of your team.

ABOUT YOUThe wellbeing of our residents will be your number one priority as a Head of Maintenance at Barchester you'll make sure all work is carried out with sensitivity to their needs. With hands-on experience of property maintenance, you'll have at least one trade skill and, ideally, a proven ability to undertake a wide range of maintenance tasks. You should be reliable and flexible when it comes to your working hours. This role also calls for a full UK driving licence, IT literacy and GCSEs in Maths and English (or equivalent).

REWARDS PACKAGEIn return for your dedication, you'll receive a competitive rate of pay plus our sector-leading benefits and rewards package including: Free training and development for all roles Access to wellbeing and support tools A range of retail discounts and savings Unlimited referrals with our Refer a Friend' bonus scheme Employee of the Month' rewards and Long Service Awards'

And so much more!

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.

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About us

Barchester Healthcare is a provider of care home services in the UK, committed to delivering first-class care and support. The organization values creating warm and welcoming environments for both residents and staff, ensuring that their facilities are well-maintained and pleasant. Barchester Healthcare emphasizes the importance of skilled and flexible staff who can multitask and provide sensitive care to residents. They offer competitive compensation, ongoing training and development, and a comprehensive benefits package. Their mission is to provide the quality care one would expect for their loved ones in a caring and supportive environment.