Job Description

Hours:

40

Salary:

28,368 per annum

Overview of the role

Why Join Us?

At

Choice Care

, we know that every repair makes a difference. As a

Multi-Trade Operative

, the work you do directly improves the homes and lives of our residents - and you'll see the positive impact every single day.


We're a

forward-thinking, ambitious maintenance team

with exciting growth plans. If you're hands-on, reliable, and take pride in doing a great job, this is your opportunity to join a supportive team where your skills will truly shine.


What do we offer:


Smart tech for tracking jobs Company mobile Fleet van + fuel card Company tools & materials account provided Full uniform & safety gear supplied 130 monthly on-call rate + hourly pay when called out Great team culture built on collaboration Career development and training opportunities

Key duties

What You'll Be Doing

No two days are the same! You'll carry out a wide range of

reactive repairs

to ensure our homes are safe, comfortable, and liveable -- from fixing leaks and unblocking toilets to changing lights, repairing fences, and painting touch-ups.


8-hour shifts, Monday-Friday (core hours 10am-3pm) One week per month on Out-of-Hours emergency cover (paid standby + hourly rate)

Personal attributes

Practical skills across multiple trades (plumbing, carpentry, decorating, basic electrics, etc.) A proactive problem-solver who ensures every job is completed safely and to a high standard A team player who can also manage their own workload Respectful, professional, and confident working in occupied residences

What are the benefits?

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Enhanced holiday entitlement - starting from 30 days inclusive of bank holidays Sick pay entitlement Employee Assistance Programme - comprehensive health and wellbeing support for staff Refer a friend scheme - enjoy a payment of 500 when you recruit a friend to Choice Care Choiceversary - staff receive vouchers of 75 after 5 years, 100 after 10 years and 150 after 15 years to celebrate their commitment to Choice Care Christmas bonus - vouchers for all staff members Annual staff awards - this year each winner received 400 and we had over 30 winners in total Complex in-house training - this includes our Advanced Management Development Programme for managers in the making and our Foundation Management Development Programme for rising stars A paid day off on your birthday Blue Light Card eligibility

minimum service periods and apprenticeship funding eligibility applicable to some benefits

Who are we?

Choice Care is one of the UK's leading residential care providers for people with learning disabilities, autism and mental health conditions. With over 25 years' experience, we're at the forefront of national best practice, with among the

highest CQC ratings

of any comparable organisation. We are also proud to be

one of the Top 100 Apprenticeship Employers

for the second year in a row!


Our homes are more than just a place to live, they're like a second family for everyone we support. Each home is a close knit community, with its own unique personality, and all the ups and downs of typical family life, built on trust and the promise of unconditional care. Our colleagues build close bonds with the people they care for, helping to create enduring, positive relationships that build confidence and self-esteem.


In every Choice Care home there's a strong emphasis on living life to the full and having fun, with purposeful daily activities based on individual preferences and capabilities. Alongside this there are regular social events, projects, outings and holiday breaks which everyone can get involved in and express themselves through.

Where will you work?

On the Road - National Team Based on the road, with national coverage operating in regional teams (North/West&Wales/East & South)




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