About the Role
As a Maintenance Person for Maria Mallaband care group you will be part the care homes team and work with other staff to ensure the safety of all the Service Users, visitors and employees. The role focuses on Health and Safety checks of the building, environment and equipment, and may require you to enter residents' rooms and be comfortable around people living with dementia. Weekend work is required.
We are only able to accept applicants who have the right to work in the UK and live within a commutable distance to the location of the job role.
Person Specification:
Professional
* The Maintenance Person will ideally hold a relevant qualification or be willing to work towards one.
* Have an understanding of the Health and Social Care Act 2008.
Experience
* Able to demonstrate an ability to manage pressure, prioritise tasks and communicate effectively at all levels.
* Genuine interest in working in a care environment.
* Health and Safety checks of the buildings, environment and equipment.
General
* Have an understanding of and empathy with older people.
* Be able to take a lead where needed and also be a team player.
* Be able to work well on their own and manage time effectively.
* Clean Driving License.
* Required to work in a Homely, Lively and Exciting environment.
Our Benefits
In return for all of this you will receive a competitive salary package plus:
* Simply Health – company funded, providing cashback for prescriptions, optical and dental costs 24/7 virtual GP access plus more for you and up to 4 children*
* Early Pay – Access to earned pay prior to payday
* Benefits platform – discounts across multiple retailers, leisure providers, hospitality etc.
* An exclusive discount on Tastecard - dine out with up to 50% off total food bill
* Free criminal record checks
* Pension Scheme with Nest
* Flexible working patterns
* Cycle to work scheme**
* Service recognition
* Training support and development opportunities
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Wellbeing support
* Discounted gym membership
*Benefits require completion of a 12-week probationary period before they can be accessed.
**Benefit subject to deduction not taking colleague below National Living Wage
*Apprenticeship opportunities available
Furze Hill Lodge
Furze Hill Lodge is a Tudor-style building based in Kingswood, Surrey, that has been purposefully converted to suit the needs of 29 residents, many of whom are elderly, some recovering from illness or injury. Owned by care provider Maria Mallaband, Furze Hill Lodge is a luxurious accommodation that goes one step further than most in ensuring that individuals enjoy their stay, with en suite facilities and landscaped grounds to enjoy. All Maria Mallaband homes provide residents with personalised care packages that are compiled by a number of health professionals to ensure all conditions, health issues and personal tastes are accounted for.
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