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Maintenance

Maria Mallaband Care Group Ltd

England

On-site

GBP 20,000 - 30,000

Full time

26 days ago

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Job summary

An established industry player in care services is seeking a dedicated Maintenance Person to join their team. This role is vital in ensuring the safety and well-being of residents and staff within the care home environment. You will be responsible for conducting Health and Safety checks and maintaining a safe and welcoming atmosphere for residents, particularly those living with dementia. The position requires a proactive individual who can manage tasks effectively under pressure while demonstrating empathy and understanding towards older people. Join a supportive team where your contributions will make a real difference in the lives of others.

Benefits

Simply Health – company funded
Early Pay – Access to earned pay prior to payday
Benefits platform – discounts across multiple retailers
Exclusive discount on Tastecard
Free criminal record checks
Pension Scheme with Nest
Flexible working patterns
Cycle to work scheme
Training support and development opportunities
Discounted gym membership

Qualifications

  • Understanding of the Health and Social Care Act 2008.
  • Willingness to work towards relevant qualifications.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct Health and Safety checks of the building and equipment.
  • Ensure safety for Service Users, visitors, and employees.

Skills

Health and Safety checks
Time management
Effective communication
Empathy with older people
Ability to manage pressure

Education

Relevant qualification in maintenance

Tools

Driving License

Job description

As a Maintenance Person for Maria Mallaband care group, you will be part of the care homes team and work with other staff to ensure the safety of all Service Users, visitors, and employees. The work can be both physically and mentally demanding. Predominantly, the job involves Health and Safety checks of the building, environment, and equipment. It will also require you to go into residents' rooms and be comfortable around people living with dementia.

We are only able to accept applicants who have the right to work in the UK and live within a commutable distance to the location of the job role.

This role will include some weekend work.

Person Specification:
Professional
  • The Maintenance Person will ideally hold a relevant qualification or be willing to work towards one.
  • Have an understanding of the Health and Social Care Act 2008.
Experience
  • Able to demonstrate an ability to manage pressure, prioritize tasks, and communicate effectively at all levels.
  • Genuine interest in working in a care environment.
  • Experience in Health and Safety checks of the buildings, environment, and equipment.
General
  • Have an understanding of and empathy with older people.
  • Be able to take a lead where needed and also be a team player.
  • Be able to work well on their own and manage their time effectively.
  • Clean Driving License.
  • Required to work in a homely, lively, and exciting environment.
Our Benefits:

In return for all of this, you will receive a competitive salary package plus:

  • Simply Health – company funded, providing cashback for prescriptions, optical and dental costs, 24/7 virtual GP access plus more for you and up to 4 children.*
  • Early Pay – Access to earned pay prior to payday.
  • Benefits platform – discounts across multiple retailers, leisure providers, hospitality, etc.
  • An exclusive discount on Tastecard - dine out with up to 50% off total food bill.
  • Free criminal record checks.
  • Pension Scheme with Nest.
  • Flexible working patterns.
  • Cycle to work scheme**.
  • Service recognition.
  • Training support and development opportunities.
  • Employee Assistance Programme.
  • Wellbeing support.
  • Discounted gym membership.

*Benefits require completion of a 12-week probationary period before they can be accessed.

**Benefit subject to deduction not taking colleague below National Living Wage.

*Apprenticeship opportunities available.

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