At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead maintenance efforts to create a welcoming environment for residents and staff.
- Company: Barchester, a leading care home provider focused on quality and support.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, free training, wellbeing tools, and retail discounts.
- Other info: Flexible hours and opportunities for career growth in a supportive environment.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in residents' lives while developing your skills.
- Qualifications: Hands-on maintenance experience, at least one trade skill, and a full UK driving licence.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
About the role
As a Head of Maintenance at a Barchester care home, you'll make sure we have a clean and well‑maintained environment so that residents feel at home and staff can do their jobs well. Creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere is part of our commitment to delivering first‑class care and support. You can expect plenty of variety as a Head of Maintenance. You'll handle a range of tasks across the care home building, gardens, and grounds. This may involve fixing a leaky tap or planting new bulbs. You should be comfortable working independently, leading a team, and supporting the General Manager with annual budget planning. You'll also liaise with contractors on projects outside the expertise of our team.
About you
The wellbeing of our residents is your number one priority. You will ensure all work is carried out with sensitivity to their needs. With hands‑on experience in property maintenance, you have at least one trade skill and a proven ability to manage a wide range of maintenance tasks. You should be reliable, flexible with working hours, hold a full UK driving licence, possess IT literacy, and have GCSEs in Maths and English (or equivalent).
Rewards package
In return for your dedication, you'll receive a competitive rate of pay plus sector‑leading benefits and rewards including:
- Free training and development for all roles
- Access to wellbeing and support tools
- A range of retail discounts and savings
- Unlimited referrals with our Refer a Friend bonus scheme
- Employee of the Month rewards and Long Service Awards
- And so much more!
If you would like to use your maintenance and people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you expect for your loved ones, this is a rewarding place to be.
Care Home Maintenance Lead — Building & Grounds in Kent employer: Barchester Healthcare
Barchester is an exceptional employer that prioritises the wellbeing of both residents and staff, fostering a warm and welcoming environment in our care homes. With a strong commitment to employee development, we offer free training, a range of wellbeing support tools, and generous rewards for hard work, making it a fulfilling place to grow your career in maintenance. Join us in creating a first-class care experience while enjoying competitive pay and unique benefits in a supportive team culture.
