Head of Maintenance - Care Home

Job summary

ABOUT THE ROLE As 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 YOU The 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 o

Main duties of the job

As a Head of Maintenance at a Barchester care home, you'll ensure a clean and well-maintained environment so that residents feel at home and staff can work effectively. This role involves a variety of tasks within the care home, including maintenance of both the building and gardens. Duties can range from fixing leaky taps to planting new bulbs. Leadership skills are crucial as you'll lead a team, support the General Manager in annual budget planning, and liaise with contractors for specialized work. The wellbeing of residents is your top priority, ensuring all tasks are completed with their needs in mind. Hands-on property maintenance experience with at least one trade skill is required, along with a proven ability to undertake a wide range of maintenance tasks. Flexibility in working hours and reliability are essential, as is a full UK driving licence, IT literacy, and GCSEs in Maths and English (or equivalent). The role offers a competitive pay rate and benefits like free training, wellness tools, and employee rewards.

About us

Barchester Healthcare provides care homes and rehabilitation services across the UK, committed to delivering high-quality care and support tailored to the needs of individuals. Their mission is to ensure residents feel at home in a warm and welcoming atmosphere, with well-maintained facilities that enable staff to perform their duties efficiently. With a focus on first-class care, Barchester Healthcare values the contributions of staff members in maintaining the infrastructure and environment of their facilities. They emphasise training, development, and recognition for employees, fostering an inclusive and supportive workplace. The organisation prides itself on its sector-leading benefits and rewards, aiming to attract dedicated professionals who are committed to providing exceptional care and maintenance services. Operating over 200 care homes, Barchester Healthcare is a significant provider within the healthcare industry, ensuring high standards of living and care quality for its residents.

Details

• Date posted: 20 July 2026
• Pay scheme: Other
• Salary: £15.27 an hour
• Contract: Permanent
• Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time
• Reference number: 1528495501
• Job locations: Barchester Healthcare, Leeds, LS16 6NB, 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.

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