Maintenance Assistant in Leicester

Leicester Full-Time 13.45 - 13.45 £ / hour (est.) No working from home possible

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At a Glance

Tasks: Carry out general maintenance, repairs, and DIY tasks across two sites.
Company: Join a dedicated team at Priory, focused on creating safe environments for residents.
Benefits: Enjoy a contributory pension scheme and flexible benefits like gym membership.
Other info: The position covers two locations: Lansdowne Road and Mar Lodge.
Why this job: This role offers variety with no two days being the same in a supportive environment.
Qualifications: Candidates should be practical, hands-on, and skilled in areas like plumbing and carpentry.

The predicted salary is between 13.45 - 13.45 £ per hour.

Do you take pride in fixing things, turning your hand to different tasks, and making spaces feel safe, welcoming, and well cared for? If so, we’d love you to join our team! Tools will be provided for you to get the jobs done around our sites. As part of our dedicated and compassionate team, you’ll play a key role in keeping things running smoothly behind the scenes. While this isn’t a direct care role, your work makes a real difference to the wellbeing of our residents and staff – creating a safe, comfortable, and homely environment for everyone.

This role is to cover 2 sites:

Lansdowne Road 67 - 71 Lansdowne Road Aylestone Leicester LE2 8AS (30 hours)
Mar Lodge 26 Nottingham Road Melton Mowbray Leicestershire LE13 0NP (10 hours)

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.

Every day will be varied, drawing on your multi-skills to:

Carry out general maintenance, repairs, and DIY tasks.
Keep our sites safe, well-presented, and welcoming.
Tackle jobs from painting, decorating, and wallpapering through to plumbing (fixing leaks, changing taps) and putting up furniture.
Spot and report any issues that need attention and take action to put things right.
Work alongside a supportive team to make sure everything meets quality and safety standards.

What you'll bring to the role:

Our work is rewarding but can be challenging, so resilience is key. No two days are the same! Your natural empathy will help you support others through both the highs and lows. We’re after someone who is:

Practical, hands-on, and confident with general DIY.
Skilled across a mix of areas such as painting, decorating, carpentry, plumbing, or general repairs.
Organised and detail-focused, with the ability to prioritise tasks.
Happy to work independently but also a great team player.
Friendly, approachable, and motivated by making a positive difference.

If you’re multi-skilled, reliable, and enjoy variety in your work, this is a fantastic opportunity to use your talents in a role where no two days are the same!

What we will give you in return:

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.