Maintenance Assistant/Gardener - Care Home

Job summary

ABOUT THE ROLE As a Maintenance Assistant/Gardener 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. We take real pride in the quality and appearance of our homes. We also know that our grounds can be a source of great enjoyment for our residents and their visitors. That's why your contribution as a Maintenance Assistant/Gardener will be so important. You'll maintain our buildings and gardens to the highest possible standards, creating positive first impressions and making a difference to the lives of our residents in this varied and fulfilling role. Shift Times: 08:00-16:00 3x Days a week, no weekends. ABOUT YOU To join us as a Maintenance Assistant/Gardener, you'll need previous experience of maintenance and gardening. We'll also look for a caring, patient nature and a genuine interest in the people we support. At Barchester, you'll have the opportunity to develop your career and your skills further on our training programmes all of which are designed to ensure that you feel confident in all aspects of your role. 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/Gardener at a Barchester care home, you'll be instrumental in maintaining the safe and attractive environment that contributes to the well-being and enjoyment of our residents and their visitors. Your role will focus on ensuring that our buildings and gardens meet the highest standards, enhancing the overall experience for everyone at our care home. This position revolves around the day-to-day maintenance of the home and its gardens, which necessitates a solid background in maintenance and gardening. We seek individuals with a nurturing and patient demeanor who genuinely care about the residents we support. Shift times are from 08:00 to 16:00 three days a week, excluding weekends. Those who join Barchester will have opportunities for professional growth with access to extensive training programs. You'll be part of an organization that values staff dedication, offers competitive pay, benefits, and rewards, including Employee of the Month and Long Service Awards. This role is perfect for someone who wants to contribute to creating a positive atmosphere in our residents' everyday lives.

About us

Barchester Healthcare is a prominent provider of high-quality care home services, with a commitment to offering the best possible environment for both residents and staff. Renowned for maintaining beautifully presented homes and gardens, Barchester Healthcare extends a wide array of services to individuals in need of care. The organization prides itself on its values and its dedication to improving the lives of residents by ensuring they have safe, pleasant, and stimulating surroundings. By placing importance on the quality of both internal and external spaces, Barchester Healthcare enhances the lives of its residents, promoting their health, happiness, and comfort. As an organization, Barchester is also invested in staff development, providing free training and a supportive work environment where staff can grow and apply their skills. By choosing a career at Barchester, individuals become part of a team dedicated to providing the level of care they would expect for their own loved ones.

Details

• Date posted: 10 July 2026
• Pay scheme: Other
• Salary: Depending on experience Salary expectations will be discussed at interview stage.
• Contract: Permanent
• Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time
• Reference number: 1525416747
• Job locations: Barchester Healthcare, Cirencester, GL7 5DT, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities

ABOUT THE ROLE As a Maintenance Assistant/Gardener 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. We take real pride in the quality and appearance of our homes. We also know that our grounds can be a source of great enjoyment for our residents and their visitors. That's why your contribution as a Maintenance Assistant/Gardener will be so important. You'll maintain our buildings and gardens to the highest possible standards, creating positive first impressions and making a difference to the lives of our residents in this varied and fulfilling role.

Shift Times: 08:00-16:00 3x Days a week, no weekends.

ABOUT YOU To join us as a Maintenance Assistant/Gardener, you'll need previous experience of maintenance and gardening. We'll also look for a caring, patient nature and a genuine interest in the people we support. At Barchester, you'll have the opportunity to develop your career and your skills further on our training programmes all of which are designed to ensure that you feel confident in all aspects of your role.

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.

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