Maintenance Assistant

Job summary

Positioned at the Gateway to Mid-Wales, the Rhallt provides exceptional person-centred care for General Nursing and Dementia Nursing to the population of Powys, Shropshire and Gwynedd. With easily accessible road links and a conveniently located Rail station nearby, the Rhallt is nestled in the most beautiful location adjacent to Offa’s Dyke Path, straddling the Montgomery Canal and the magnificent hills of the surrounding countryside. Our incredible staff provide unrivalled care 24 hours a day and our residents are established at the centre of everything we do. Renowned locally for its’ long serving staff, the Rhallt really does provide a home from home where you can rest assured, your loved one will be cherished and cared for by highly trained and experienced staff who really advocate for residents and support them to live their best lives. The Rhallt provides a values rich environment where the care is evidence based and delivered with dignity and respect. The home reflects the Lovett Care vision of providing the highest standards of safety, comfort and care. We invest in the latest technology and offer a purposeful programme of daily activity and gentle exercise to enhance the experience, care and wellbeing of our residents. All team members are hand selected for their warmth and passion; they have a full induction and ongoing training from our in-house trainers.?Across Lovett Care all of our staff are paid the national minimum wage or above.

We are seeking to appoint a kind, organised and reliable Maintenance Assistant to join our team. The successful candidate will support the Maintenance Manager on the upkeep of the buildings, equipment and fixtures, ensuring they are maintained in good, safe working order, compliant with safety regulations, with records kept up to date. You will also support the maintenance of the accommodation so that it remains clean, safe and attractive at all times.

This is a 30 hour contract with a competitive salary of £12.60 per hour. Shift times are Monday to Friday 0900 - 1700, with flexibility required to meet the needs of the business.



Role Responsibilities

Carry out regular inspections throughout the Home and report any maintenance issues identified.
Assist with actioning maintenance tasks as directed by the Maintenance Manager/Home Manager.
Report defects requiring specialist attention in a timely manner.
Carry out domestic painting, decorating and wallpapering according to an agreed schedule, ensuring bedrooms are prepared to a good standard for new admissions.
Complete minor joinery and basic plumbing tasks where appropriate.
Undertake regular room checks to identify defects and record findings in the maintenance log book.
Support the prioritisation and completion of maintenance tasks as required by the Management team.
Ensure compliance documentation is kept up to date.
Assist with Health & Safety and Fire Safety checks, drills and training as required.
Support Legionella testing in liaison with external consultants.
Take responsibility for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of adults you come into contact with.


Skills and Experience Required

Experience in basic plumbing, electrical, joinery or gardening work is essential.
Specialist skills in a building trade are desirable but not essential.
Ability to use basic tools and operate equipment safely.
Full clean driving licence required.
Reliable, approachable, and able to communicate effectively with residents and colleagues.
Previous experience within a care home or similar environment is preferable.


The Benefits

Opportunities to progress through our career paths into more senior and management roles
Bank holiday and overtime enhancements
5.6 weeks annual leave per annum
Paid DBS
Uniform provided
Paid training
Refer a Friend referral scheme (for specific roles)
Excellent induction programme for new starters
A rewarding career with opportunities to progress within the company
Ongoing support and training for nationally recognised qualifications
Competitive rate of pay
Cycle to work scheme
Wellbeing programmes
Recognition awards – Employee of the Month and Golden Tickets
Ongoing career development
Travel plan – walk or cycle to work and receive a free meal that day
Pension scheme
Early Pay – access your earnings as you earn