Akari Care is seeking a Maintenance Operative who is passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of older people. This hands-on role involves ensuring the high standards of maintenance in and around the home, including internal decoration, grounds maintenance, building repairs, and utilities. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with the home manager and maintenance team, continuously assessing and addressing the needs of the residents and colleagues.
Main duties of the job
The Maintenance Operative will be responsible for maintaining high standards of maintenance in and around the home, including internal decoration, grounds maintenance and safety, building repairs, supplies, and utilities. They will work closely with the home manager and maintenance team to ensure the home is well-maintained and that all areas are continually assessed and addressed as required. The role requires a solution-oriented approach, flexibility, and the ability to work well under pressure while being respectful and supportive of the individual needs of residents and colleagues.
About us
Akari Care is an award-winning provider of residential care for the elderly. The organization's aim is to create an environment where residents are valued, respected, and offered personalized care that meets their individual needs. Akari Care is committed to providing a fulfilling and supportive career for its employees, with opportunities for personal and professional development.
Job responsibilities
Package Description:
If 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 environment
Solid maintenance experience, building, DIY, cleaning, and housekeeping
Technical knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems
General knowledge of plumbing and joinery
An all-round attitude to maintenance and repairs, with an innovative solution-based approach
Flexible and adaptable to changes at short notice
Work well under pressure without negative impact to those around you
Warm, approachable, and engaging persona
Respect everyone, treating others as you would expect to be treated
Resilient and adaptable to differing needs of colleagues and residents
Whats in it for you:
A competitive salary of £12.65 Per Hour
Pension contribution of 5%
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)
Fully funded training and development
Support with personal development plans
The opportunity to grow and develop both personally and professionally
An engaging community environment where everyone is respected and included
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Person Specification
Qualifications
* The ideal candidate will have experience working in a similar environment, solid maintenance experience in areas such as building, DIY, cleaning, and housekeeping, and technical knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems. They should also have a general understanding of plumbing and joinery, as well as an innovative, solution-based approach to maintenance and repairs. Flexibility, adaptability, and the ability to work well under pressure are also essential.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This 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 name
Akari Care Limited
Address
Akari Care
Wallace House Ravensworth Road Dunston Gateshead North East
Wallace House Ravensworth Road Dunston Gateshead North East
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