Job Description
Looking for a hands‑on maintenance role where your work directly supports safe care and dignity? As an Onsite Maintenance Operative at Matthews Unit, you will play a key part in keeping the environment safe, compliant and well maintained for the people who live and work within the service.
Location
Matthews Unit, Epinal Way Care Centre, Loughborough
Hours
40 hours per week, Monday to Friday 08:00 to 16:30
Salary
£14.50 per hour
About Rushcliffe Care Group
Rushcliffe Care has over 35 years of experience offering the highest levels of care to our most vulnerable. Across our services we support people to live safer, more fulfilling lives, with dignity, choice and consistency at the centre of everything we do. Our values guide how we work, treat people and set the standards we expect daily.
About the Role
As Matthews Onsite Maintenance you will support the Safety, Health, Environment and Facilities Manager in maintaining a safe, secure, suitable and welcoming environment across the unit. You will carry out planned preventive maintenance and respond to reactive issues, ensuring statutory and company compliance standards are met. Responsibilities include minor plumbing, minor electrical work, decorating, drainage maintenance, equipment checks, fire safety checks and completion of compliance documentation. Though based at Matthews you will also provide maintenance support across the wider Epinal Way Care Centre site, including Aarons and The Hall, ensuring consistent standards across all three units. You will liaise with contractors and internal teams, support refurbishment or improvement projects, complete monthly compliance records, and elevate risks appropriately. On‑call duties may be required in line with business needs. This is a practical, visible role within a live care environment. You will work around service users and staff and must act professionally at all times.
Qualifications & Experience
You have previous experience in building maintenance and are confident carrying out general repairs safely and independently. Qualifications in a relevant trade are desirable but not essential if you can demonstrate practical experience. You are reliable, punctual and comfortable working within clear procedures. You understand the importance of compliance in a regulated care setting and take responsibility for completing tasks properly and recording evidence accurately. You must hold a full UK driving licence and have access to a vehicle for business use where required.
What Our Values Mean In Practice
Reputable Care
* Keeping the building safe, compliant and well maintained at all times.
* Completing documentation accurately to evidence compliance.
* Escalating risks promptly rather than ignoring issues.
Respect and Compassion
* Working considerately around service users and staff.
* Maintaining confidentiality at all times.
* Understanding that a clean and safe environment supports dignity and wellbeing.
Robust Communication
* Updating managers clearly about maintenance issues.
* Working professionally with contractors and colleagues.
* Recording work completed so there is a clear audit trail.
Real Commitment
* Being dependable and prepared for each shift.
* Responding promptly to urgent issues.
* Taking pride in maintaining high standards across the site.
About The Service
Epinal Way Care Centre in Loughborough brings together three specialist units: Matthews Neuro Rehabilitation, Aarons Dementia and The Hall Mental Health. Each unit provides focused support while sharing the wider resources of the centre. Matthews supports people with brain injury, neurological conditions, spinal cord injury and palliative care. Aarons is a nurse‑led dementia unit for people with complex needs. The Hall supports individuals with long‑standing mental health conditions, delivered in a structured, recovery‑focused setting.
What We Offer
We provide a structured induction, ongoing supervision and clear expectations so you understand what good looks like in this role. You will work within an established facilities structure with support from the SHEF Manager and wider team. All roles are subject to an enhanced DBS check, the cost of which is covered by Rushcliffe Care.
Equal Opportunities Statement
Rushcliffe Care Group is committed to being an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and are dedicated to creating an inclusive workplace where all individuals are treated with dignity and respect, in line with the Equality Act 2010. We encourage applications from all sections of the community, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. Employment decisions are based on individual merit, qualifications and the needs of the service. Some roles may have specific requirements, such as effective communication in English or physical ability, due to the nature of the service. These requirements are applied fairly and proportionately to ensure the safety and wellbeing of our service users. If you require any reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process, please let us know so we can support you.
Job Types: Full‑time, Permanent
Benefits
* Free parking
* On‑site parking
Licence/Certification
Driving Licence (required)
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: RCG-RECRUIT250226MAT198
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