Cygnet Health Care

Maintenance Assistant

The closing date is 01 August 2025

Job summary

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 per week at Tabley House Nursing Home, helping provide a safe and healthy environment for the people in our care.

Working hours are Monday to Friday 7.30am - 4pm.

Main duties of the job

At Cygnet, we support our people to grow their careers, gain new skills and keep stepping up.

Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while reaping the rewards of making a difference to others every day.

About us

Cygnet Health Care was established in 1988. Since then we have developed a wide range of services for individuals with mental health needs, autism and learning disabilities within the UK.

We have built a reputation for delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes for the people in our care. Our expert and highly dedicated care team of 10 000 employees empower 2864 individuals across 150 services to consistently make a positive difference to their lives, through service-user focused care and rehabilitation.

Details

Date posted

03 July 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£12.75 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

VP667C652C

Job locations

Knutsford

WA16 0HB


Job description

Job responsibilities

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 per week at Tabley House Nursing Home, helping provide a safe and healthy environment for the people in our care.

Working hours are Monday to Friday 7.30am - 4pm.

Tabley House Nursing Home is located in the beautiful Cheshire countryside in acres of parklands. The service is set within a stunning 18th century country house.

Please note: A Driving license is required for this role. For Insurance purposes, applicants must be 21 years of age or over and have held a full UK driving license for at least 2 years.

At Cygnet, our perks go way beyond pension schemes and excellent professional development.

You'll also enjoy shopping, travel and leisure discounts as well as a range of healthcare and financial benefits to support you to be happy both in and out of work.

With us, you'll have the chance to progress your career in a vibrant, supportive culture tailored to help you thrive.

Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while being part of an organisation that cares about helping people.

Your day-to-day...

  • Provide a comprehensive maintenance & repair service
  • Carry out a range of tasks including basic joinery, plumbing, painting & general building work
  • Maintain plant, services & vehicles in working order
  • Comply with safe working practices & report faulty equipment & potential hazards
  • Travel to other sites & on occasions be on call to carry out emergency repairs outside of normal working hours
  • Check the fire alarm points weekly, including fire exits, door retaining devices & fire emergency lights

Why Cygnet? We'll offer you

  • Strong career progression opportunities
  • Expert supervision & support
  • Blue light and NHS discounts
  • Pension scheme
  • Cycle to work scheme & employee discount saving
  • Free GP 24 hour helpline
  • Discounted gym membership
  • Plus much more

You are...

  • Experienced in all types of painting and decorating in both indoor and outdoor environments
  • Willing to travel & hold a full valid driving licence
  • Able to communicate at all levels & record detailed, accurate maintenance information
  • Skilled at DIY & general maintenance
  • Preferably Level 2 Diploma qualified in Painting & Decorating/Maintenance
  • Friendly, conscientious & an excellent team member with a positive attitude
  • Please note: A Driving license is required for this role. For Insurance purposes, applicants must be 21 years of age or over and have held a full UK driving license for at least 2 years

Successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

Cygnet has been providing a national network of high-quality specialist mental health services for more than 30 years. In this role you'll have the chance to make a real impact on patients, service users & their families.

Job description

Job responsibilities

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 per week at Tabley House Nursing Home, helping provide a safe and healthy environment for the people in our care.

Working hours are Monday to Friday 7.30am - 4pm.

Tabley House Nursing Home is located in the beautiful Cheshire countryside in acres of parklands. The service is set within a stunning 18th century country house.

Please note: A Driving license is required for this role. For Insurance purposes, applicants must be 21 years of age or over and have held a full UK driving license for at least 2 years.

At Cygnet, our perks go way beyond pension schemes and excellent professional development.

You'll also enjoy shopping, travel and leisure discounts as well as a range of healthcare and financial benefits to support you to be happy both in and out of work.

With us, you'll have the chance to progress your career in a vibrant, supportive culture tailored to help you thrive.

Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while being part of an organisation that cares about helping people.

Your day-to-day...

  • Provide a comprehensive maintenance & repair service
  • Carry out a range of tasks including basic joinery, plumbing, painting & general building work
  • Maintain plant, services & vehicles in working order
  • Comply with safe working practices & report faulty equipment & potential hazards
  • Travel to other sites & on occasions be on call to carry out emergency repairs outside of normal working hours
  • Check the fire alarm points weekly, including fire exits, door retaining devices & fire emergency lights

Why Cygnet? We'll offer you

  • Strong career progression opportunities
  • Expert supervision & support
  • Blue light and NHS discounts
  • Pension scheme
  • Cycle to work scheme & employee discount saving
  • Free GP 24 hour helpline
  • Discounted gym membership
  • Plus much more

You are...

  • Experienced in all types of painting and decorating in both indoor and outdoor environments
  • Willing to travel & hold a full valid driving licence
  • Able to communicate at all levels & record detailed, accurate maintenance information
  • Skilled at DIY & general maintenance
  • Preferably Level 2 Diploma qualified in Painting & Decorating/Maintenance
  • Friendly, conscientious & an excellent team member with a positive attitude
  • Please note: A Driving license is required for this role. For Insurance purposes, applicants must be 21 years of age or over and have held a full UK driving license for at least 2 years

Successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

Cygnet has been providing a national network of high-quality specialist mental health services for more than 30 years. In this role you'll have the chance to make a real impact on patients, service users & their families.

Person Specification

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Person Specification

General Requirements

Essential

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Desirable

  • Please refer to job description above

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

Cygnet Health Care

Address

Knutsford

WA16 0HB


Employer's website

https://www.cygnethealth.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Cygnet Health Care

Address

Knutsford

WA16 0HB


Employer's website

https://www.cygnethealth.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Recruiter

Aimee Garbett

VP667C652C.1286@vacancyposter.com

01217288111

Details

Date posted

03 July 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£12.75 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

VP667C652C

Job locations

Knutsford

WA16 0HB


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