Maintenance Assistant/Gardener - Care HomeNHS
Job summary
ABOUT THE ROLE As a Maintenance Assistant/Gardener at a Barchester care home, you'll help to create the safe and attractive surroundings that enable us to give our residents the quality care and support they deserve. We take real pride in the quality and appearance of our homes. We also know that our grounds can be a source of great enjoyment for our residents and their visitors. That's why your contribution as a Maintenance Assistant/Gardener will be so important. You'll maintain our buildings and gardens to the highest possible standards, creating positive first impressions and making a difference to the lives of our residents in this varied and fulfilling role. Shift Times: 08:00-16:00 3x Days a week, no weekends. Must have a driving licence. ABOUT YOU To join us as a Maintenance Assistant/Gardener, you'll need previous experience of maintenance and gardening. We'll also look for a caring, patient nature and a genuine interest in the people we support. At Barchester, you'll have the opportunity to develop your career and your skills further on our training programmes all of which are designed to ensure that you feel confident in all aspects of your role.
Main duties of the job
As a Maintenance Assistant/Gardener at a Barchester care home, you'll be critical in creating a safe and inviting environment for our residents. Your role will encompass maintaining buildings and gardens to the highest standards, thereby playing a key part in the residents' quality of life and their visitors' experience. Your working hours will be from 08:00 to 16:00, three days a week, with no weekend shifts, and a driving license is essential for this role. You should have prior experience in maintenance and gardening, combined with a caring and patient nature and a genuine interest in supporting people. Your dedication will be rewarded with competitive pay and extensive benefits, aimed at personal and professional growth.
Job description
ABOUT THE ROLE As a Maintenance Assistant/Gardener at a Barchester care home, you'll help to create the safe and attractive surroundings that enable us to give our residents the quality care and support they deserve. We take real pride in the quality and appearance of our homes. We also know that our grounds can be a source of great enjoyment for our residents and their visitors. That's why your contribution as a Maintenance Assistant/Gardener will be so important. You'll maintain our buildings and gardens to the highest possible standards, creating positive first impressions and making a difference to the lives of our residents in this varied and fulfilling role.
Shift Times: 08:00-16:00 3x Days a week, no weekends. Must have a driving licence.
ABOUT YOU To join us as a Maintenance Assistant/Gardener, you'll need previous experience of maintenance and gardening. We'll also look for a caring, patient nature and a genuine interest in the people we support. At Barchester, you'll have the opportunity to develop your career and your skills further on our training programmes all of which are designed to ensure that you feel confident in all aspects of your role.
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 attention to detail 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 committed to providing top-quality care and support to its residents within a safe and beautiful environment. The company values the aesthetic quality of its care homes and the enjoyment its gardens bring to residents and their visitors. Barchester takes pride in maintaining its facilities, ensuring they form a welcoming first impression while significantly impacting the residents' wellbeing. The organisation also empowers its staff through comprehensive training programmes intended to enhance their skills and boost confidence in their roles. Barchester Healthcare appreciates dedication and offers a rewarding package to support and celebrate its staff's hard work.