About Our Home:
Tucked away near the bustling area of Wantage, St Katharine's House is more than just a care home—it's a sanctuary of warmth, care, and vibrant life. Imagine a place where picturesque gardens stretch across five acres, a historic chapel stands tall, and the hum of friendly chatter fills the cafe. Here, every resident receives individual care and support to meet their unique needs, Dive into a world where modern amenities meet timeless charm, and every day is a new adventure.
Responsibilities
* Maintaining the building and equipment
* Carry out routine checks weekly, monthly, and annually on systems in the home and ensuring that external checks are carried out within the agreed timeframe – e.g Loler testing
* Monitor and respond to the fire alarm call, boilers and lift.
* Make effective and efficient use of resources in any maintenance or repair.
* To conduct Banking and purchase of small items for the home.
* Maintain the building, grounds and equipment to ensure the safety of residents, staff and visitors to the House including decoration and repair, minor plumbing works and maintaining the garden areas.
* Maintain good communication and relationships with other teams and colleagues at the House.
* Maintain awareness of the Home's policies and procedures especially the Fire Policy.
* Participate in Training and Development as an individual and as part of the team.
* Get involved in the induction of new staff by training them on the building layout and fire policies and procedures.
* Maintain client and business confidentiality at all times.
* Control and ordering of stock and acceptance and checking of deliveries.
* Maintain an awareness of the Health and Safety requirements.
* Observe and maintain high levels of communication within the teams of staff, individual colleagues and residents.
* Maintain client and business confidentiality at all times.
* To carry out any additional duties as requested.
* To undertake any additional training and development programmes the Home may consider appropriate to enhance your contribution to the work at this home.
* To review on a regular basis the job description for your post and to agree on any changes.
Essential Skills:
* Ideal candidate should have plumbing skills/experience
Our benefits include:
* Salary up to £14.50 per hour
* Employee of the Month
* Long term service awards
* Blue Light Card
* Professional Development
* Refer a Friend