At a Glance
- Tasks: Maintain services and facilities at a children's hospice, ensuring everything runs smoothly.
- Company: Acorns Children’s Hospice Trust, dedicated to supporting children and families in need.
- Benefits: Earn £15.39 per hour with flexible bank shifts.
- Other info: Join a caring team committed to safeguarding and supporting vulnerable individuals.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of children and families while gaining valuable experience.
- Qualifications: Experience in general maintenance and ability to travel to various sites.
The predicted salary is between 15.39 - 15.39 £ per hour.
Acorns Children’s Hospice Trust is seeking a Casual Bank Maintenance Person to maintain services and facilities at the hospice, including equipment, plant decoration and fittings. You'll work occasional shifts, when required, to cover absence.
About the Role
At Acorns Children’s Hospice we offer specialist palliative care and support for children and their families across the West Midlands. We are there wherever and whenever they need us, in the hospice, community and at home. Our aim is to help families feel equipped to cope at every stage of their child’s life with dedicated teams offering psychological, emotional and practical support.
Responsibilities
- Plan and undertake minor repairs
- Be responsible for routine maintenance of the hospice and grounds in line with the planned maintenance schedule
- Ensure that the maintenance is carried out within set budgetary requirements
- Monitor chemical treatments and plant for the safe use of the hydrotherapy pool and spa
Qualifications
- Previous experience of working within a general maintenance role
- Experience of completing risk assessments
- Ability to undertake basic maintenance tasks
- Ability to travel to our sites in Walsall, Worcester and Birmingham
What We Offer
- £15.39 per hour
- Bank shifts
Safeguarding and Equality
You need to be eligible to work in the UK to be considered for this role. We are committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults and therefore any successful candidate will be subject to a DBS check and will be asked to provide two satisfactory references. In addition, candidates will be asked to provide evidence of immunisation against specific diseases or confirm their willingness to receive the necessary vaccinations.
