Facilities Technician

Job summary

Facilities Technician Maintenance - Ashridge Court Care Centre Contract:PermanentSalary:£14.20 Per HourShift Type:DayshiftContracted hours:37.5

Ashridge Court Care Centre is a bright, modern care home near Bexhill-on-Sea, set in the East Sussex countryside with sea views and peaceful gardens. The home provides high-quality general nursing care for up to 51 residents in spacious, well-furnished rooms, with compassionate support delivered with dignity, empathy and respect.

Keep our home running safely and smoothly become our Facilities Technician at Ashridge Court Care Centre!

At Ashridge Court Care Centre, we believe every member of the team plays a vital role in creating a safe, welcoming and well-maintained environment for our residents. As our Facilities Technician, you’ll be the go-to person for all things maintenance keeping everything in good working order, solving problems, and ensuring our home is a safe place to live and work.

Role: Facilities Technician
Location: 163 Barnhorn Road, Bexhill-On-Sea
Salary: £14.20ph
Hours: 37.5 hours, with flexibility required for occasional out-of-hours or on-call support

This is a hands-on role full of variety and responsibility. From fixing a leaky tap or checking fire alarms to liaising with contractors and keeping our gardens tidy, no two days are the same. You’ll be essential to the smooth running of our home and the wellbeing of everyone in it.

What you’ll be doing:

•  Carrying out day-to-day repairs and planned maintenance throughout the home
•  Managing health & safety and ensuring all areas are safe, secure and well maintained
•  Performing regular fire and smoke alarm checks and responding promptly to any faults
•  Conducting routine inspections of the building, equipment, drains, bathrooms, windows, etc.
•  Keeping clear and accurate maintenance records
•  Liaising with external contractors and overseeing on-site works where needed
•  Ensuring pathways and gardens are tidy, safe and free from hazards
•  Making small improvements or decorations to keep the home looking its best
•  Working closely with the Home Manager and Head of Facilities to prioritise tasks

What you’ll bring:

•  Practical experience of general property maintenance and repair
•  Basic skills in plumbing, electrics, decorating and general DIY
•  A strong sense of responsibility and pride in your work
•  Great time management skills and the ability to work independently
•  A proactive and flexible approach ready to roll up your sleeves and get stuck in
•  An understanding of health and safety and a willingness to learn more

Why join Canford Healthcare?
We’re a family-run care provider that values Care, Family, Honesty, and Commitment. You’ll be part of a supportive and friendly team, trusted to make a real impact. You’ll be appreciated not just for your skills, but for the way you help keep our home safe, comfortable and running like clockwork.

Ready to bring your practical skills and can-do attitude to a role with real purpose?
Apply now to become our Facilities Technician.

Contract Details

• Pension
• Onsite Parking
• Paid DBS
• Uniform Provided
• 5.6 Weeks Annual Leave (Based on a full-time contract)