Job summary
As a Head of Maintenance at a Barchester care home, you'll be responsible for ensuring a clean and well-maintained environment for residents and staff. Your role will involve a variety of tasks, from fixing a leaky tap to gardening, and you'll also be required to liaise with contractors and support the General Manager with budget planning.
Main duties of the job
You can expect plenty of variety as a Head of Maintenance with us. You'll turn your hand to all sorts of tasks within the care home building as well as in the gardens and grounds. That could mean fixing a leaky tap one minute and planting some new bulbs the next. You should be comfortable working alone, leading a team and supporting the General Manager with annual budget planning. We'll also need you to liaise with contractors on jobs that fall outside the expertise of your team.
About us
Barchester Healthcare is a leading provider of care homes and healthcare services in the UK. They are committed to delivering high-quality care and support to their residents, and the Head of Maintenance role is essential in ensuring a clean and well-maintained environment.
Details
Date posted
31 July 2025
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£13.99 an hour
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time
Reference number
1352735002
Job locations
Barchester Healthcare
Ashington
NE63 9AN
Employer details
Employer name
Barchester Healthcare
Address
Barchester Healthcare
Ashington
NE63 9AN