Maintenance Technician
Application Deadline: 25 October 2026
Department: Site Support Roles
Employment Type: Permanent - Part Time
Location: Kirklea
Compensation: £13.45 / hour
Description
Kirklea
£13.45 per hour
Part Time – 18 hours
Kirklea has an opportunity for a Maintenence Technician to join our team.
This role is offered on a part time basis working 18 hours per week.
Kirklea is located in the centre of Kilmarnock, within walking distance of a thriving local community. It offers residential support for 11 males and females on the autism spectrum, who may also have a learning disability, or physical health needs.
We can also support those who have:
- Difficulties with emotional regulation
- Difficulties with communication
- Mild to moderate behaviours that may challenge
- Epilepsy
- Diabetes
What you'll be doing
You’ll be part of a dedicated and compassionate team, all working together to ensure the smooth running of the service and to support the wellbeing of our residents. While your role doesn’t involve providing direct care, your contribution is vital in helping to maintain a safe, comfortable, and welcoming environment for everyone. Whether you're assisting with day-to-day operations, keeping things organised, or ensuring our spaces are well looked after, your support plays an important part in creating a positive experience for those who live and work here.
- Keeping our home in top condition, ensuring a safe, welcoming, and comfortable environment for residents and staff.
- Identifying, reporting, and resolving any maintenance or safety issues, helping the home run smoothly.
- Working with local contractors, providing guidance and support to ensure planned and preventative maintenance is completed efficiently.
- Maintaining accurate inspection certificates and records to make sure all work meets quality and statutory standards.
- Supporting the Home Manager to continuously improve our environment and services.
You can find additional information in the attached job description.
What you'll bring to the role
- Someone who takes pride in creating a safe, comfortable, and welcoming home.
- A proactive problem-solver who enjoys taking ownership of tasks and seeing them through.
- Team-oriented, with the ability to liaise confidently with contractors and colleagues.
What we will give you in return
We want you to succeed at Priory and thrive in your role. You will be well supported with regular career conversations. We also offer full training and numerous pathways into leadership and qualified clinical positions to help you shape your career with us.
- Contributory pension scheme
- Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes including gym membership, IT technology (laptops / tablets / smartphones) and Healthcare Cash Plan (Simply Health Scheme)
- Access to development opportunities
- Sponsorship of professional qualifications through our Individual Professional Development (IPD) panel
- Leadership & management development
- Long service award
- Refer a friend bonuses
Shortlisting may begin upon receipt of applications, and the Recruiting Manager may close the vacancy early if enough suitable candidates are identified.
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Maintenance Technician in Kilmarnock employer: Priory Group
At Priory Hospital Woking, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and compassionate work environment for our Consultant Psychiatrists. With clinical freedom, flexible commitments, and a steady flow of patients, you can focus on delivering high-quality care while benefiting from our established reputation and comprehensive administrative support. Join us in making a meaningful impact on the lives of those we serve, all within a state-of-the-art facility dedicated to mental health and addiction recovery.
