Maintenance Assistant - Care Home

Job summary

Please note this is a part-time role 20 hours per week ABOUT THE ROLE As a Maintenance Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll help to create the safe and attractive surroundings that enable us to give our residents 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. The role of Maintenance Assistant offers plenty of variety as you'll undertake a range of tasks to make sure 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 Maintenance Assistant. We'll also want to see a patient, caring nature and a genuine interest in our residents. As well as that, you should be reliable and ready to turn your hand to a range of tasks all focused on keeping the home maintained to the highest standards. REWARDS PACKAGE In 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 attention to detail 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.

Main duties of the job

As a Maintenance Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll help to create a safe and attractive environment for our residents. The role involves undertaking various maintenance tasks to ensure the building and grounds are well-maintained. The position requires some experience in property maintenance, a patient and caring nature, and a genuine interest in the welfare of our residents. In return, we offer a competitive rate of pay and a sector-leading benefits package, including free training and development, access to wellbeing and support tools, a range of retail discounts, and other rewards.

About us

Barchester Healthcare is a leading provider of care services in the UK. Our care homes and hospitals provide a modern and supportive environment for residents, where quality care and attention to individual needs are paramount. We focus on delivering exceptional service, ensuring that every aspect of our facilities is maintained to high standards. Barchester values its employees, offering comprehensive training and development opportunities, competitive salaries, and a rewarding work environment. Our commitment to staff welfare and continuing professional development is reflected in our benefits and rewards package.

Details

• Date posted: 23 July 2026
• Pay scheme: Other
• Salary: £13.74 an hour
• Contract: Permanent
• Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time
• Reference number: 1529715193
• Job locations: Barchester Healthcare, Guildford, GU3 3LQ, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities

Please note this is a part-time role 20 hours per week

ABOUT THE ROLEAs a Maintenance Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll help to create the safe and attractive surroundings that enable us to give our residents 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. The role of Maintenance Assistant offers plenty of variety as you'll undertake a range of tasks to make sure 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 Maintenance Assistant. We'll also want to see a patient, caring nature and a genuine interest in our residents. As well as that, you should be reliable and ready to turn your hand to a range of tasks all focused on keeping the home maintained to the highest standards.

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 attention to detail 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.