Overview
As a Head of Maintenance at a Barchester care home, you will ensure a clean and well-maintained environment so residents feel at home and staff can do their jobs effectively. You will lead a team, work with contractors and handle a range of maintenance tasks from fixing fittings to gardening. The wellbeing of residents is the top priority, and you will be reliable, flexible and skilled in maintenance across trades.
Responsibilities
* Lead a maintenance team and liaise with contractors on work outside the team’s expertise.
* Carry out a variety of maintenance tasks across the care home building and gardens.
* Support the General Manager with annual budget planning.
* Ensure all work is carried out with sensitivity to residents’ needs.
About Us
Barchester Healthcare is a leading provider of care homes in the UK. They are committed to delivering high-quality care and support to residents and value their employees with a range of benefits and rewards.
Details
* Date posted: 10 September 2025
* Salary: £37,000 a year
* Pay scheme: Other
* Contract: Permanent
* Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time
* Location: Reading, RG6 3UJ
About You
* Hands-on experience of property maintenance with at least one trade skill and the ability to undertake a wide range of maintenance tasks.
* Reliable and flexible with working hours.
* Full UK driving licence, IT literacy and GCSEs in Maths and English (or equivalent).
Rewards Package
Competitive pay plus sector-leading benefits and rewards, including: free training and development, wellbeing tools, retail discounts, referral bonuses, Employee of the Month and Long Service Awards.
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