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Broughton House is a 29 bed specialist residential service for adults with severe learning disabilities, autism and behaviours that challenge
We are looking for a skilled
Maintenance Assistant with a passion for making a difference to others.
You’ll be working full time 40 hours a week, Monday to Friday 8am to 4pm carrying out day-to-day maintenance tasks on the fabric of the building, its services and grounds in order to ensure the home is maintained in a safe and efficient functional order.
No specific qualifications needed however applicants will need to have a general background of maintenance work i.e. carpentry, plumbing, painting and decorating and must be a car driver.
Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while reaping the rewards of making a difference to others – every day.
Your Day-to-Day…
- Undertake day-to-day maintenance and planned remedial works to keep building, plant, and services in working order, keeping records of call-outs and routine checks as directed.
- Carry out a range of tasks including basic joinery, plumbing, painting & general building work
- Ensure all equipment used is clean and well maintained.
- Comply with safe working practices & report faulty equipment and potential hazards
- Check the fire alarm points weekly, including fire exits, door retaining devices & fire emergency lights
- Test and record all portable appliances as specified in Group procedures
We Are Looking For People Who Have…
- Previous experience working within a team and on your own in a maintenance / building contractors role
- Previous experience of repairing of various equipment and materials, painting, decorating, plumbing, carpentry and basic wiring work.
- Full driving license and own car
- Preferably hold a City & Guilds qualification or equivalent in Carpentry or plumbing.
- A working knowledge of health and safety requirements and safe working practices.
- A good practical knowledge in basic plumbing would be an advantage
Why Cygnet? We’ll offer you…
- Paid holiday
- Free meals
- Strong career progression opportunities
- NHS Discount and the Blue Light Card
- Free Parking
- Employee referral scheme
- “Cycle to work” scheme & employee discount saving
Successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.
What next?
If you care about making a difference – we want to talk to you.
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