Overview
Are you an experienced maintenance person looking for a flexible opportunity to work with elderly people and a diverse team? If you are seeking a part-time role, or planning to retire and want flexible work or freelance opportunities, this role may suit you. We are a small nursing home looking for a person who can complete day-to-day basic property maintenance to ensure the Home operates safely. The role is part time, up to 20–24 hours per week over 3–4 days.
Responsibilities
* Maintain the environment, including general repairs, painting and decorating (internal and external) as directed.
* Basic plumbing and electrical work.
* Carry out regular checks on equipment including wheelchairs, electric beds, and window restrictors as required.
* Clean appliances and light fittings as required.
* Complete environmental audits and carry out fire door checks.
* Organise and maintain storage facilities in an orderly fashion.
* Maintain and keep the grounds tidy and accessible for residents; maintain all equipment and schedule service arrangements as necessary.
* Be able to carry out any other necessary duties as agreed with the management team.
Qualifications / Skills
* Empathy whilst working with elderly people and/or with disabilities.
* Knowledge of carpentry, plumbing and general building repairs.
* Ability to organise and prioritise own workload effectively.
* Ability to use own initiative, work unsupervised and accept responsibility for own work.
* A commitment to working to high standards and providing a quality service.
* Enthusiastic and positive outlook.
Offer
Suitable candidate will be rewarded with a competitive salary of £12.50 – £13.65 per hour, with the opportunity to train and work with a well-motivated, diverse and friendly team in a learning environment. We will consider retired people with relevant skills. The job offer is subject to satisfactory DBS outcome and references.
How to apply
Do you have what it takes to be a property maintenance person? If so, please apply.
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