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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 Unlim
Main duties of the job
The role of a Maintenance Assistant at Barchester care home involves creating safe and well-maintained surroundings for residents to receive quality care. The responsibilities include various tasks aimed at keeping the building and grounds in optimal condition. A candidate for this role needs property maintenance experience, a caring nature, and an interest in working with residents. Reliability and versatility in handling different maintenance tasks are essential. The position offers a competitive pay rate and an attractive rewards package, including training, wellbeing support, retail discounts, a referral bonus scheme, and employee recognition awards.
About us
Barchester Healthcare is known for providing top-notch care in a welcoming environment. As a provider of care home services, Barchester prioritizes the creation of safe and well-maintained spaces to ensure residents receive the care and support they need. The company values first impressions and strives to keep their facilities in excellent condition with the help of Maintenance Assistants. In addition to competitive pay, Barchester offers a range of benefits to its employees, including training, wellbeing tools, and incentive packages, which reflect its commitment to quality care and employee satisfaction.
Details
- Date posted: 21 July 2026
- Pay scheme: Other
- Salary: £13.21 an hour
- Contract: Permanent
- Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time
- Reference number: 1528798868
- Job locations: Barchester Healthcare, Stone, ST15 8SQ, United Kingdom
Job responsibilities
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.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Experience in property maintenance, a caring nature, and reliability.
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This advert is for Maintenance Assistant - Care Home with Barchester Healthcare in Bristol, South East, England. It is listed as a Estates and facilities role. The advertised salary is £13.21 an hour. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 19 Sep 2026.
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