Maintenance

Job summaryIf you are passionate about caring for the elderly and want to build a long-term career in one of our award-winning homes, then look no further than Akari Care. Our aim is to create an environment where our residents are valued, respected, and are offered the personalised care they deserve. We now seek a Maintenance Operative who is passionate about, and thrives on, making a real and positive difference to the lives of older people. Whilst this position is a very hands-on, practical role, it is hugely important to us that you be mindful of and conscientious to individual needs and backgrounds. As part of our home team, you will play a vital role in engaging with, supporting, and improving the quality of lives for our residents. You will carry out your tasks in a way that also promotes an approachable and respectful relationship with our residents to enable them to live a fulfilled and comfortable life with a sense of security, dignity, and self-respect. Working in collaboration and unison with the home Manager and the wider maintenance team you will be responsible for ensuring that high standards are continually met with regards to maintenance in and aroundMain duties of the jobIf you are passionate about caring for the elderly and want to build a long-term career in one of our award-winning homes, Akari Care is the place for you. We aim to create an environment where residents are valued, respected, and receive personalised care. We seek a Maintenance Operative who thrives on making a positive difference in older peoples' lives. This hands-on, practical role requires you to be mindful and considerate of individual needs. You will improve residents' quality of life by supporting and engaging with them, fostering a respectful and approachable relationship to ensure they feel secure, dignified, and self-respected. Collaborating with the home Manager and maintenance team, you'll maintain high standards, including interior decoration, grounds maintenance and safety, building repairs, supplies, and utilities. Each day presents challenges that require respect and support for varied resident and colleague needs. Your role involves assessing areas in the home and providing needed attention, ensuring the home remains well-maintained, while sharing your expertise with colleagues to maintain high standards.About usAkari Care is known for its commitment to offering quality care for the elderly, aiming to provide a supportive environment where residents feel valued and respected. Their award-winning homes prioritize personalized care, ensuring residents' individual needs are met. Akari Care seeks professionals dedicated to making a difference in the lives of older people, offering roles that go beyond practical maintenance to include fostering positive, respectful relationships with residents. The organization values a community spirit and compassionate nature, providing opportunities for employees to develop skills, support vulnerable adults, and grow personally and professionally. Akari Care offers a competitive salary, pension contributions, and recognition schemes as part of a supportive work environment. The organization is working towards the 'Veteran Friendly Framework' status, demonstrating a commitment to supporting former Armed Forces members and integrating their skills and dedication into their teams, enhancing the community environment they strive to build.DetailsDate posted07 August 2026Pay schemeOtherSalary 13.42 an hour ContractPermanentWorking pattern Full-time Reference number1535258038Job locationsAkari CareWallsendNE28 7LHUnited KingdomJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesIf you are passionate about caring for the elderly and want to build a long-term career in one of our award-winning homes, then look no further than Akari Care. Our aim is to create an environment where our residents are valued, respected, and are offered the personalised care they deserve.We now seek a Maintenance Operative who is passionate about, and thrives on, making a real and positive difference to the lives of older people.Whilst this position is a very hands-on, practical role, it is hugely important to us that you be mindful of and conscientious to individual needs and backgrounds. As part of our home team, you will play a vital role in engaging with, supporting, and improving the quality of lives for our residents. You will carry out your tasks in a way that also promotes an approachable and respectful relationship with our residents to enable them to live a fulfilled and comfortable life with a sense of security, dignity, and self-respect.Working in collaboration and unison with the home Manager and the wider maintenance team you will be responsible for ensuring that high standards are continually met with regards to maintenance in and around the home. This will include but is not limited to internal decoration; grounds maintenance and safety; building repairs; supplies; and utilities. Each day will present you with challenges which must be unreservedly embraced whilst being respectful and supportive of individual and differing needs of both residents and colleagues. You will continually assess all areas of the home and provide dedicated attention if / when required. Systematically ensuring that the home is well maintained alongside imparting your knowledge to all other colleagues to ensure they adhere to the same high standards.By showing us you can match our values with the right desire for personalised excellence, community spirit and a kind, caring and compassionate nature, we, in return, can offer you a career developing your knowledge, skills and abilities to support vulnerable adults with the care their individual needs require.What we require from you:Experience of working within similar environmentSolid maintenance experience, building, DIY, cleaning, and housekeepingTechnical knowledge of mechanical and electrical systemsGeneral knowledge of plumbing and joineryAn all-round attitude to maintenance and repairs, with an innovative solution-based approachFlexible and adaptable to changes at short notice.Work well under pressure without negative impact to those around you.Warm, approachable, and engaging personaRespect everyone, treating others as you would expect to be treated.Resilient and adaptable to differing needs of colleagues and residentsWhat is in it for you:A competitive salaryPension contribution of 3%Recognition schemes and rewarding referral schemes.Uniform provided and DBS check costs paid.28 days annual leave (based on full-time hours, including Bank Holidays)Flexible working patternsFully funded training and developmentSupport with personal development plans.The opportunity to grow and develop both personally and professionally.An engaging community environment where everyone is respected and included.Akari Care is proudly working towards achieving Veteran Friendly Framework status across all of our homes, demonstrating our commitment to supporting those who have served. We warmly welcome applications from members of the Armed Forces community and value the skills, experience, and dedication that they bring to our teams. Job description Job responsibilitiesIf you are passionate about caring for the elderly and want to build a long-term career in one of our award-winning homes, then look no further than Akari Care. Our aim is to create an environment where our residents are valued, respected, and are offered the personalised care they deserve.We now seek a Maintenance Operative who is passionate about, and thrives on, making a real and positive difference to the lives of older people.Whilst this position is a very hands-on, practical role, it is hugely important to us that you be mindful of and conscientious to individual needs and backgrounds. As part of our home team, you will play a vital role in engaging with, supporting, and improving the quality of lives for our residents. You will carry out your tasks in a way that also promotes an approachable and respectful relationship with our residents to enable them to live a fulfilled and comfortable life with a sense of security, dignity, and self-respect.Working in collaboration and unison with the home Manager and the wider maintenance team you will be responsible for ensuring that high standards are continually met with regards to maintenance in and around the home. This will include but is not limited to internal decoration; grounds maintenance and safety; building repairs; supplies; and utilities. Each day will present you with challenges which must be unreservedly embraced whilst being respectful and supportive of individual and differing needs of both residents and colleagues. You will continually assess all areas of the home and provide dedicated attention if / when required. Systematically ensuring that the home is well maintained alongside imparting your knowledge to all other colleagues to ensure they adhere to the same high standards.By showing us you can match our values with the right desire for personalised excellence, community spirit and a kind, caring and compassionate nature, we, in return, can offer you a career developing your knowledge, skills and abilities to support vulnerable adults with the care their individual needs require.What we require from you:Experience of working within similar environmentSolid maintenance experience, building, DIY, cleaning, and housekeepingTechnical knowledge of mechanical and electrical systemsGeneral knowledge of plumbing and joineryAn all-round attitude to maintenance and repairs, with an innovative solution-based approachFlexible and adaptable to changes at short notice.Work well under pressure without negative impact to those around you.Warm, approachable, and engaging personaRespect everyone, treating others as you would expect to be treated.Resilient and adaptable to differing needs of colleagues and residentsWhat is in it for you:A competitive salaryPension contribution of 3%Recognition schemes and rewarding referral schemes.Uniform provided and DBS check costs paid.28 days annual leave (based on full-time hours, including Bank Holidays)Flexible working patternsFully funded training and developmentSupport with personal development plans.The opportunity to grow and develop both personally and professionally.An engaging community environment where everyone is respected and included.Akari Care is proudly working towards achieving Veteran Friendly Framework status across all of our homes, demonstrating our commitment to supporting those who have served. We warmly welcome applications from members of the Armed Forces community and value the skills, experience, and dedication that they bring to our teams.Person Specification Qualifications EssentialExperience in similar environments, solid maintenance experience, technical knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems, general plumbing and joinery knowledge, adaptable, resilient, and a warm personality. Person Specification Qualifications EssentialExperience in similar environments, solid maintenance experience, technical knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems, general plumbing and joinery knowledge, adaptable, resilient, and a warm personality.Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.Employer detailsEmployer nameAkari Care LimitedAddressAkari CareWallsendNE28 7LHUnited KingdomEmployer's websiteEmployer detailsEmployer nameAkari Care LimitedAddressAkari CareWallsendNE28 7LHUnited KingdomEmployer's website