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Maintenance Assistant - Bank - Care Home


Location
Salary
£14.80 an hour
Profession
Estates and facilities
Deadline
11 Sep 2026
Contract Type
Bank
Posted Date
13 Jul 2026
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Job summary

ABOUT THE ROLE This is a casual, part-time role offering flexible working. As a Bank Maintenance Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll help to create the safe and attractive surroundings that will enable us to give our patients the quality care and support they deserve. It's important that our homes give the right first impression and that every area is always well-maintained. In the role of Bank Maintenance Assistant, you can expect plenty of variety as you provide the cover that ensures our building and grounds are at their best all day, every day. ABOUT YOU You'll need some experience of property maintenance to join us as a Bank Maintenance Assistant. We'll also look for a patient, caring nature and a genuine interest in our patients. As well as that, you should be flexible, reliable and ready to turn your hand to a range of tasks all focused on keeping the hospital maintained to the highest standards. REWARDS PACKAGE As well as competitive pay, you can look forward to a role that offers true flexibility and plenty of free learning

Main duties of the job

The job of a Bank Maintenance Assistant at Barchester Healthcare involves creating a safe and pleasant environment within a care home setting, allowing staff to deliver high-quality care. This casual and part-time position emphasizes the importance of flexible working conditions, aligning with the immediate requirements of the care home, such as covering for staff absences. The employee should possess experience in property maintenance, show a genuine interest in patient welfare, and be ready to adapt to various tasks. The role provides competitive pay along with continuous learning and development opportunities, reflecting the employer's commitment to staff growth. This job embodies a spirit of adaptability, reliability, and engagement toward maintaining high standards in healthcare settings.

About us

Barchester Healthcare is a leading independent care provider in the UK, known for delivering quality care and excellent service in its homes and hospitals. With a commitment to ensuring the well-being of its patients, Barchester focuses on employing staff who are as dedicated to care as they are competent. The organization values flexibility and a readiness to adapt to meet the diverse needs of residents in its extensive network of care facilities across the country. Opportunities for learning and career growth are abundant, as Barchester emphasizes the personal and professional development of its employees. Additionally, they are passionate about creating supportive work environments that empower staff to make a meaningful impact in their roles.

Details

  • Date posted: 13 July 2026
  • Pay scheme: Other
  • Salary: £14.80 an hour
  • Contract: Bank
  • Working pattern: Flexible working
  • Reference number: 1526131121
  • Job locations: Barchester Healthcare, Salisbury, SP1 1NJ, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities

ABOUT THE ROLEThis is a casual, part-time role offering flexible working. As a Bank Maintenance Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll help to create the safe and attractive surroundings that will enable us to give our patients the quality care and support they deserve. It's important that our homes give the right first impression and that every area is always well-maintained. In the role of Bank Maintenance Assistant, you can expect plenty of variety as you provide the cover that ensures our building and grounds are at their best all day, every day.

ABOUT YOUYou'll need some experience of property maintenance to join us as a Bank Maintenance Assistant. We'll also look for a patient, caring nature and a genuine interest in our patients. As well as that, you should be flexible, reliable and ready to turn your hand to a range of tasks all focused on keeping the hospital maintained to the highest standards.

REWARDS PACKAGEAs well as competitive pay, you can look forward to a role that offers true flexibility and plenty of free learning and development opportunities. As one of the UK's leading healthcare providers, we take the growth of everyone who works for us seriously.

As this is a Bank position to provide cover as and when we need it (such as for annual leave or sick leave), the hours and days you work will vary.

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.

Person specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Experience in property maintenance and a caring nature with a genuine interest in patients.

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This advert is for Maintenance Assistant - Bank - Care Home with Barchester Healthcare in Bristol, South East, England. It is listed as a Estates and facilities role. The advertised salary is £14.80 an hour. The contract type is Bank. The application deadline is 11 Sep 2026.

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