Job summary
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
Main duties of the job
The role of a Maintenance Assistant at Barchester Healthcare involves creating safe and attractive surroundings for residents, ensuring that every area is well-maintained. The position requires someone with property maintenance experience, a patient and caring nature, alongside a genuine interest in residents' wellbeing. Tasks will be diverse, focused on keeping the home to the highest maintenance standards. Employees are rewarded with competitive pay and sector-leading benefits including free training, development opportunities, wellbeing support tools, retail discounts, and a Refer a Friend bonus scheme. This role requires attention to detail and a range of skills.
About us
Barchester Healthcare is a renowned provider of quality care services in the UK, dedicated to delivering the highest standards of support and residential care to its clients. The company prides itself on the well-being and satisfaction of its residents, ensuring that each care home provides a safe and nurturing environment. Barchester Healthcare invests heavily in the development and welfare of its employees, offering comprehensive training and a supportive work culture. It is committed to maintaining excellent facilities and services across all its care homes, reinforcing its reputation for quality care.
Details
- Date posted: 13 June 2026
- Pay scheme: Other
- Salary: £13.40 an hour
- Contract: Permanent
- Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time
- Reference number: 1515812557
- Job locations: Barchester Healthcare, Bath, BS39 7BD, 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, reliability, patience, and a caring nature are essential qualifications for the role of a Maintenance Assistant.
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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 £13.40 an hour. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 11 Aug 2026.
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