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Maintenance Assistant - Care HomeNHS

Guildford, GU3 3LQ Permanent
Posted 8 September 2026 Closing date 7 November 2026
Worplesdon Rail Station (1.8 miles, direct) Heathrow Terminal 4 Underground Station (14.9 miles, direct) Friary Bus Station (2.2 miles, direct)

Job summary

Please note this is a part-time role 20 hours per week ABOUT THE ROLE As a Maintenance Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll help to create the safe and attractive surroundings that enable us to give our residents the quality care and support they deserve. It's important that our homes give the right first impression and that every area is always well-maintained. The role of Maintenance Assistant offers plenty of variety as you'll undertake a range of tasks to make sure our building and grounds are at their best all day, every day. ABOUT YOU You'll need some experience of property maintenance to join us as a Maintenance Assistant. We'll also want to see a patient, caring nature and a genuine interest in our residents. As well as that, you should be reliable and ready to turn your hand to a range of tasks all focused on keeping the home maintained to the highest standards. REWARDS PACKAGE In return for your dedication, you'll receive a competitive rate of pay plus our sector-leading benefits and rewards package including: Free training and development for all roles Access t

Main duties of the job

As a Maintenance Assistant at a Barchester care home, your primary responsibility is to help create safe and attractive living spaces for residents. This involves undertaking a variety of maintenance tasks to ensure the building and grounds are always well-maintained. The role is part-time, requiring 20 hours of work per week. You will need some experience in property maintenance, a patient and caring nature, and a genuine interest in the wellbeing of residents. Reliability and a readiness to address a range of tasks are also necessary. In return for your work, you will receive a competitive rate of pay with a comprehensive benefits package, which includes free training, development opportunities, access to wellbeing tools, retail discounts, a 'Refer a Friend' bonus scheme, and recognition rewards through Employee of the Month' and Long Service Awards'. If you possess attention to detail and are interested in a role that impacts others' lives positively, this position offers a rewarding experience.

Job description

Please note this is a part-time role 20 hours per week

ABOUT THE ROLEAs a Maintenance Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll help to create the safe and attractive surroundings that enable us to give our residents the quality care and support they deserve. It's important that our homes give the right first impression and that every area is always well-maintained. The role of Maintenance Assistant offers plenty of variety as you'll undertake a range of tasks to make sure our building and grounds are at their best all day, every day.

ABOUT YOUYou'll need some experience of property maintenance to join us as a Maintenance Assistant. We'll also want to see a patient, caring nature and a genuine interest in our residents. As well as that, you should be reliable and ready to turn your hand to a range of tasks all focused on keeping the home maintained to the highest standards.

REWARDS PACKAGEIn return for your dedication, you'll receive a competitive rate of pay plus our sector-leading benefits and rewards package including: Free training and development for all roles Access to wellbeing and support tools A range of retail discounts and savings Unlimited referrals with our Refer a Friend' bonus scheme Employee of the Month' rewards and Long Service Awards'

And so much more!

If you'd like to use your attention to detail and people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you'd expect for your loved ones, this is a rewarding place to be.

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About us

Barchester Healthcare is an organization that manages care homes and aims to provide quality care and support to its residents. The company places great importance on creating comfortable, safe, and attractive environments, as it believes these are crucial to offering the high standards of care expected by residents and their families. Barchester Healthcare values its staff and provides sector-leading benefits as a part of its commitment to employee satisfaction and development. By prioritizing the maintenance of its facilities, the organization ensures that its residents receive the best possible living experience, akin to what employees would want for their own loved ones. Through roles like the Maintenance Assistant, Barchester Healthcare supports its mission of delivering compassionate and professional care in well-maintained and operationally efficient homes.

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