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Role Ref
VA008896
Role
Maintenance
Location
Milton Keynes, MK7 6JD
Care home
Kents Hill Care Home
Salary
£12.50 per Hour
Type
Permanent
Hours
Full Time

About the Role

As a Maintenance Person for Maria Mallaband care group you will be part the care homes team and as such work with other staff to ensure the safety of all the Service Users, visitors and employees. The work can be both physically and mentally demanding. Predominately the job is about Health and Safety checks of the building, environment and equipment.  It will also require you to go into residents rooms and being able to feel comfortable around people living with dementia.

We are only able to accept applicants who have the right to work in the uk and live within a commutable distance to the location of the job role.

This role will include some weekend work.

 

Person Specification:

Professional

  • The Maintenance Person will ideally hold relevant qualification or be willing to work towards one,
  • Have an understanding of the Health and Social Care Act 2008.

Experience

  • Able to demonstrate an ability to manage pressure, prioritise tasks and communicate effectively at all levels.
  • Genuine interest in working in a care environment.
  • Health and Safety checks of the buildings, environment and equipment.

General

  • Have an understanding of and empathy with older people.
  • Be able to take a lead where needed and also be a team player.
  • And need to be able to work well on their own and manage their time effectively.
  • Clean Driving License.
  • Required to work in a Homely, Lively and Exciting environment.

 

Our Benefits;

In return for all of this you will receive a competitive salary package plus:

  • Simply Health – company funded, providing cashback for prescriptions, optical and dental costs 24/7 virtual GP access plus more for you and up to 4 children*
  • Early Pay – Access to earned pay prior to payday
  • Benefits platform – discounts across multiple retailers, leisure providers, hospitality etc.
  • An exclusive discount on Tastecard - dine out with up to 50% off total food bill
  • Free criminal record checks
  • Pension Scheme with Nest
  • Flexible working patterns
  • Cycle to work scheme**
  • Service recognition
  • Training support and development opportunities
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Wellbeing support
  • Discounted gym membership

*Benefits require completion of a 12-week probationary period before they can be accessed.

**Benefit subject to deduction not taking colleague below National Living Wage

*Apprenticeship opportunities available

About our home

We believe comfort is the key to creating a home-from-home atmosphere and we pride ourselves on the quality and variety of our facilities and services.

From our comfortable facilities to our individualised person-centred approach to care and well-being, we are passionate about making those staying with us feel at home.

We understand the importance of choice and independence. The care and assistance we offer gives residents the freedom to do as they choose and peace of mind knowing that all the little things are being taken care of.

Whatever your tastes or requirements, we want you to feel at home when staying with us.

Our team are like family

Our talented team members each bring their own personality and passion for care to the home. Staff are committed to delivering care tailored to the individual needs and preferences of each resident. We are here to make life easier.

About us

We’re among the UK’s largest independent care providers, employing thousands of staff in over 80 homes across the country.

Investment in new technology and services is key to our reputation for high-quality care provision, as is our commitment to staff training programmes and our emphasis on progressive career paths.

Our vision is to be the best quality, most highly regarded Care Provider in the United Kingdom, and an employer of choice for care workers.

We truly understand…

That people are unique - this means everyone we care for is one of a kind, so we surround ourselves in their stories and we celebrate their individuality.

The importance of passion - it fills every one of us, it fuels our devotion for the people we care for, and it makes our homes happier.

That honesty is everything - no-one wants to think about the time when a loved one needs care, but we’ll be here to help when that time comes.

That happiness comes with openness - we proactively support new friendships, new discoveries and better ways of living as our residents enter the next chapter in their lives.

Apply now

We are only able to accept applicants who have the right to work in the uk and live within a commutable distance to the location of the job role.

Apply now