Job Description

35 hours per week - Monday - Friday, 9 am - 4 pm, odd occasional weekend work.

Thameside care home provides quality 24-hour residential care and specialist care for residents with dementia. At Thameside, every detail matters, from the gardens to the living spaces, and our dedicated staff play a vital role in creating a safe, homely atmosphere.


As a Handyperson, you'll be the go-to person for keeping our home running smoothly. Your skills will ensure that residents live in a safe, well-maintained environment, and your work will directly contribute to the warm, welcoming atmosphere that makes our home special.

Key Responsibilities:

Carry out day-to-day repairs and maintenance across the home. Conduct health and safety checks and ensure compliance with health and safety standards. Support with decorating, minor refurbishments, and keeping the home looking its best. Respond quickly to maintenance requests from staff and residents. Help create a safe, comfortable, and attractive environment for residents, families, and colleagues.

What We're Looking For:

Practical skills in maintenance, repairs, and general DIY. A proactive, can-do attitude with attention to detail. Knowledge of health and safety regulations Reliability, teamwork, and a commitment to high standards. Previous experience in a similar role

Please note all applicants must already hold the legal right to work in the UK

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Thameside in West Molesey is home to well trained and helpful staff with rooms for up to 61 residents. At Anchor, we pride ourselves in providing 24-hour care and specialised services for elderly people, the beauty of our grounds, the quality of our catering and our engaging activities we deliver.


Rated GOOD by CQC in October 2018 Easy access from Hampton Court station either by public transport or a 20 minute walk. Parking also available on site Thameside has a great family atmosphere with friendly staff and approachable management

Anchor - a great place to work

Anchor is England's largest not-for-profit providers of care and housing for older people. Our heartfelt ambition is to transform housing and care so everyone can have a home where they love living in later life.


We're not-for-profit which means every penny we make or save is invested in the people who live with us, the places they live and the people who work here. That means a better standard of care and customer service, better wages, more investment in training and development and improved facilities.

A rewarding environment

From health and happiness to finance and your career, we'll give you all the support you need.

Health & happiness

Gym, fitness and wellbeing discounts Mental health support Flexible working options

Finance

Pension plan - contribute between 4% and 8% and we'll match it or better Quick and easy pension transfer service Savings and financial advice, loans, free life assurance Discounts on shopping, holidays, phones, technology and more

Career

Ongoing personal and professional development programme Leadership Pathways online learning resources Career progression and promotion opportunities

To see our full range of benefits, check out our dedicated rewards website

Celebrating diversity, celebrating you

Anchor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We aim to celebrate diversity and inclusion in all that we do, as we know that the more diverse our colleagues are, the better care and support we can give to our residents and each other.


We are proud to have an LGBT+ group for our residents, and also Disability, LGBT+ and race and ethnicity colleague networks. These work to celebrate diversity, address concerns, review policy and practice and empower their members. We also have an Inclusive Ambassador network to allow all colleagues to be part of promoting diversity and to be an ally to others.


We are a member of Inclusive Employers, a Stonewall Diversity Champion and a signatory to the Care Leaver Covenant and HouseProud Pledge schemes.