Head of Maintenance - Care Home

Job summary

ABOUT THE ROLEAs a Head of Maintenance at a Barchester care home, you'll make sure we have a clean and well-maintained environment so that residents feel at home and staff can do their jobs well. Creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere is part of our commitment to delivering first-class care and support. You can expect plenty of variety as a Head of Maintenance with us. You'll turn your hand to all sorts of tasks within the care home building as well as in the gardens and grounds. That could mean fixing a leaky tap one minute and planting some new bulbs the next. You should be comfortable working alone, leading a team and supporting the General Manager with annual budget planning. We'll also need you to liaise with contractors on jobs that fall outside the expertise of your team. ABOUT YOUThe wellbeing of our residents will be your number one priority as a Head of Maintenance at Barchester you'll make sure all work is carried out with sensitivity to their needs. With hands-on experience of property maintenance, you'll have at least on

Main duties of the job

You'll ensure a well-maintained environment in a Barchester care home, handling various tasks from fixing taps to gardening. You should work independently and lead a team. Experience in property maintenance and flexibility are important, along with having a full UK driving license and IT literacy. This role supports resident wellbeing and involves liaising with contractors. You'll also help the General Manager with budget planning. Benefits include competitive pay, training, support tools, retail discounts, and more, making it a rewarding environment for someone with the relevant maintenance skills.

About us

Barchester Healthcare provides care in a warm, welcoming atmosphere. They prioritize first-class care and support by maintaining clean environments where residents feel at home and staff work efficiently. With a wide range of tasks from property maintenance to budgeting, Barchester offers roles that demand dedication and experience. Employees receive benefits like training, wellbeing tools, and a rewards scheme, reflecting the organization's commitment to both quality care and employee satisfaction. Working here means using your skills in a place built on values of care and support.

Details

• Date posted: 07 July 2026
• Pay scheme: Other
• Salary: £16.30 an hour
• Contract: Permanent
• Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time
• Reference number: 1524439544
• Job locations: Barchester Healthcare, Cambridge, CB25 9BX, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities

ABOUT THE ROLEAs a Head of Maintenance at a Barchester care home, you'll make sure we have a clean and well-maintained environment so that residents feel at home and staff can do their jobs well. Creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere is part of our commitment to delivering first-class care and support.

You can expect plenty of variety as a Head of Maintenance with us. You'll turn your hand to all sorts of tasks within the care home building as well as in the gardens and grounds. That could mean fixing a leaky tap one minute and planting some new bulbs the next. You should be comfortable working alone, leading a team and supporting the General Manager with annual budget planning. We'll also need you to liaise with contractors on jobs that fall outside the expertise of your team.

ABOUT YOUThe wellbeing of our residents will be your number one priority as a Head of Maintenance at Barchester you'll make sure all work is carried out with sensitivity to their needs. With hands-on experience of property maintenance, you'll have at least one trade skill and, ideally, a proven ability to undertake a wide range of maintenance tasks. You should be reliable and flexible when it comes to your working hours. This role also calls for a full UK driving licence, IT literacy and GCSEs in Maths and English (or equivalent).

REWARDS PACKAGEIn return for your dedication, you'll receive a competitive rate of pay plus our sector-leading benefits and rewards package including: Free training and development for all roles Access to wellbeing and support tools A range of retail discounts and savings Unlimited referrals with our Refer a Friend' bonus scheme Employee of the Month' rewards and Long Service Awards'

And so much more!

If you'd like to use your maintenance and people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you'd expect for your loved ones, this is a rewarding place to be.