Maintenance Operative

To manage the internal and external maintenance of the facility and grounds at Headingley to ensure that they are of an appropriate hotel standard and reflect the vision of a high quality care setting to customers and visitors at all times.

To plan and agree schedules of maintenance with the Management Team to ensure that maintenance work does not conflict with the provision of care, customer enjoyment of the facilities and that emergency work is minimised.

To work independently and autonomously to manage maintenance whilst building excellent relationships with the Manager, Administrator, colleagues, customers and suppliers.

To carry out and record all facility, maintenance checks and tests as directed by the Manager and organisation.

To proactively identify and agree opportunities to improve the standard of buildings and grounds to ensure they meet the changing needs of new and existing customers thereby maximising customer satisfaction with regard to the facilities and grounds.

To contribute to the success of events and marketing activities by contributing to the planning and management of the event in a positive and practical manner and ensuring the facility and grounds are seen at their best by visitors and prospective customers.

About The Role

This role is a casual position to cover annual leave and sickness and will be required to work over our 4 sites.

Required Criteria

• Basic Plumbing & Carpentry: Fixing leaky faucets, unblocking drains, repairing doors, and assembling or fixing furniture.
• Painting & Decorating: Keeping the environment fresh, which is vital for the mental well-being of residents.
• Electrical Safety: Safely replacing light bulbs, fuses, and checking appliance cords.
• Logging & Reporting: Understanding the difference between minor in-house fixes and what requires certified specialist servicing (like LOLER testing).
• Infection Prevention and Control: Knowledge of deep cleaning protocols, waste disposal, and maintaining water temperatures to prevent bacterial outbreaks like Legionella.
• Fire Safety Awareness: Understanding fire prevention techniques, evacuation procedures, and conducting routine testing of fire doors, extinguishers, and emergency lighting.

Desired Criteria

• Patience and Empathy: Interacting with residents who may have cognitive impairments, physical disabilities, or dementia.
• Adaptability & Problem Solving: Prioritizing urgent health and safety issues over routine cosmetic fixes

Skills Needed

Carpentry

About The Company

Passionate about making a difference

Here at Westward Care, we all share the same ambition – to deliver the very best care and support. It’s our aim to make a real difference, always prioritising health and happiness in everything we do. And with our on-going training and development, we’re always learning new ways of meeting the changing needs of older people.

Company Culture

Trust - Trust is built through consistent actions, honest care, and mutual respect. Across our services, delivering care with integrity will develop meaningful connections and empower us to act with confidence, knowing we’re all accountable for each other’s well-being. Without trust, we are just providing a service. With trust, it’s a relationship that transforms lives.

Kindness - Each day we will lead with small, simple acts—a smile, a kind word, a supportive action —that make a big impact. Kindness builds trust, comfort, and belonging. It creates an atmosphere where everyone feels valued, seen and cared for. We believe every interaction is an opportunity to turn ordinary moments into extraordinary ones, filling our communities with love, warmth, and genuine care.

Respect - Respect goes beyond polite gestures. It’s about treating everyone with fairness and dignity. It’s about truly appreciating the humanity in everyone we connect with and celebrating individuality. By embracing diversity and supporting choices we will deliver compassionate care and create a community where everyone feels safe, supported, and valued.

Teamwork - We know we are stronger when united as a team to provide exceptional care and every contribution is important, no matter how big or small. By sharing responsibilities, solving challenges, and celebrating collective achievements we will foster a sense of community where everyone has a voice and a place. This will ensure that every task is tackled with care, efficiency, and an unwavering commitment to quality.

Company Benefits

Employee development programs, Free parking, Referral bonus, Employee of the Month

Salary

£14.67 per hour