Maintenance Operative - South Quay Nursing Home
Are you passionate about maintenance and take pride in creating safe, well kept environments?
At Roseberry Care, we’re looking for a hands-on, proactive Maintenance Operative who is committed to keeping our home running smoothlyand making a real difference to the daily lives of others—especially older and vulnerable people.
Salary: £13.85/Hour
Hours: 30 Hours per week
About Us:
Roseberry Care is a warm and welcoming community with over 1,500 dedicated professionals across 25 homes—from Morpeth to Milton Keynes. We support nearly 1,200 residents, offering everything from elderly and dementia care to care for younger adults with neurological or physical disabilities.
At the heart of everything we do? Kindness, inclusivity, and putting people first—always.
About the role
Your Role:
As a Maintenance Operative, you will be responsible for general repairs, routine maintenance, and ensuring the home is compliant with health and safety regulations. Your role is essential in ensuring the home runs smoothly and safely on a day-to-day basis. .
You’ll be responsible for:
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Conduct routine inspections of premises and equipment.
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Perform basic repairs and maintenance tasks (e.g., plumbing, carpentry, electrical, painting, plastering).
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Respond promptly to reported faults or emergency maintenance requests.
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Perform general handyman duties, including assembling furniture, moving equipment, and minor groundskeeping.
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Support external contractors when on site.
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Keep maintenance records and reports up to date.
What We’re Looking For:
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Relevant trade qualifications or certifications (desirable but not required)
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Proven experience in a similar maintenance or handyman role.
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Basic knowledge of plumbing, electrical systems, and general building maintenance.
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Strong problem-solving and time-management skills.
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Full UK driving licence (if travel between sites is required).
What You’ll Get in Return:
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Competitive pay
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Ongoing training & professional development
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Supportive, friendly team environment
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Genuine career progression across 25 care homes
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Employee Assist Programme for mental health & well-being support
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Go the Extra Mile (GEM) Awards – celebrating your amazing work
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Employee Of The Month – Appreciating our employees
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FlexEarn – access your earnings early for any extra shifts worked
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Refer a Friend Scheme – earn £200 for every successful referral
About the company
At Roseberry Care Centres, we are dedicated to providing the highest standards of person-centred care across England.
Our core purpose is simple: taking care of loved ones is what we do best.
Operating a vibrant network of specialist care homes, we deliver everything from general residential and nursing support to complex dementia care.
We believe in empowering our residents while building a deeply rewarding environment for our teams.
If you want a meaningful career where your compassion makes a genuine impact, we invite you to join our growing family.
Required Criteria
- Possess practical, hands-on maintenance skills
- Demonstrate a proactive approach to maintenance tasks
- Committed to ensuring the smooth operation of facilities
Desired Criteria
- Take pride in creating safe and well-kept environments
- Experience working with or supporting older and vulnerable people
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Maintenance Operative - South Quay Nursing Home employer: Roseberry Care Centres
Roseberry Care Centres is an excellent employer, offering a nurturing work environment where compassion and teamwork are at the forefront of our care philosophy. Located in the picturesque Whitley Bay, we provide our Night RGN Nurses with competitive pay, extensive professional development opportunities, and a strong commitment to inclusive care, ensuring that every team member feels valued and supported in their role.
