Job Description

About Us

Would you like to continue your career with one of the most respected care charities?
At Greensleeves Care we deliver exceptional 24-hour residential, dementia and nursing care to older people across our 28 care homes in England. We are an accredited Living Wage employer and Greensleeves Care are endorsed with Skills for Care and an Assured City and Guilds provider who offer a range of free learning and development to our colleagues.

As the Maintenance Operative, you will:

Carry out minor repairs to buildings, furniture, fixtures and equipment, minor plumbing and carpentry within the home as required, liaise with the Property Advisor and external contractors for more specialised repairs or projects. Assist with the induction and training of colleagues, e.g., fire familiarisation, operation of emergency exits, fire points and evacuation procedures. Participate support to lead fire drills and exercises. Carry out general gardening tasks, ensure outbuildings, storage sheds etc. are tidy, safe, and secure.

To apply, you will need:

A trade or similar qualification Experience in a similar role within maintenance (or experience in a trade), Extensive experience of carrying out repairs, general decoration, basic electrical, plumbing and carpentry Demonstrable experience of Fire and all Health & Safety checks and other legislative obligations along with the associated record keeping Strong communication and organisational skills
We would encourage those with prior experience as Plumbers, Painters, Decorators to apply

Rewards & Benefits Package

28 days paid holiday FTE (Including Bank Holidays) Overtime Incentive scheme Company pension scheme - employers contribution matched up to 6% 2 x Salary Death in Service benefit Length of Service Awards at 5,10,20,30,40 and 50 year Voluntary Lifestyle Benefits through the Hapi App Cycle to work scheme Access to Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) and Wellbeing Thrive App Refer a Friend scheme (you can earn up to 300 per referral) Free learning and development - Opportunities to undertake RQF level qualifications with an endorsed Skills for Care provider Free DBS

DBS - The successful applicant will be appointed subject to providing evidence of ISA first and enhanced DBS disclosure. This post is not subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Greensleeves Care is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community

Greensleeves Care

Core Values

Respect

- We treat residents and colleagues with dignity and value their unique life experiences and personal contributions.

Openness

- We act openly and honestly, building confidence in our intentions and behaviour. We choose words and actions that are sincere, not misleading.

Responsibility

- We are committed to meeting the needs of others and behave responsibility towards residents and colleagues, being careful of the choices we make.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

Please note this role is open to UK-based candidates only.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: 12.93-15.36 per hour

Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person