Maintenance Operative
Upton Dene Residential and Nursing Home, Caldecott Close, Chester, Cheshire CH2 1FD
£13.01 per hour
40 hours available
Sanctuary Care has over 100 care homes and you can ‘feel’ the difference a team makes the moment you step through one of our doors. The team at Upton Dene Residential and Nursing Home is special and we’re looking for special people to join us. Become a part of it and apply for this role.
Are you our next Maintenance Operative? Here’s more about the role:
As the Maintenance Operative for the home, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the safety and well-being of our residents and staff, as well as maintaining the overall presentation of the home and garden.
Regular health and safety checks are essential to create a safe environment for everyone. This may include fire alarm, water flushing and bed safety checks, among others.
Effective communication is vital in your role. You will regularly engage with residents, their families, and colleagues as part of your daily activities. Additionally, you will liaise with contractors, coordinate their services and ensure that work is completed to a high standard.
Occasional visits to other homes may be necessary to provide cover or as part of planned maintenance activities.
What skills do I need?
- Collaboration is key! A cohesive team fosters a positive environment for residents and contributes to a thriving home.
- Practical skills in recognizing and performing minor repairs are important, such as basic plumbing skills and DIY experience.
- The ideal candidate should possess fundamental knowledge of health and safety protocols. Familiarity with Legionella disease is also beneficial.
- Having a valid driver's license and access to personal transportation are necessary requirements.
Benefits and rewards
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata)
- Enhanced family leave (following a qualifying period)
- Life assurance
- CQC performance bonus
- Overtime enhancement
- Occupational sick pay after qualifying period
- Excellent training and development opportunities
- Refer a friend scheme with payment of up to £500 available
- Contributory pension from Sanctuary Care
- Access to a free 24/7 support service providing support including legal, financial, emotional and medical advice
- Exclusive discounts, wellbeing resources, recognition and much more via “Sanctuary e-hub”
- Criminal Records Checks are funded by Sanctuary Care.
We hope you feel you could be our next team member.
Job Reference: 217536
Closing date: 26 April 2024
We are only currently accepting applications from those with the right to work in the UK.
We might get a lot of applications so reserve the right to withdraw this advertisement at any time. Don’t miss out, please apply early.
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