Head of Maintenance - Care Home
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Barchester Healthcare Head of Maintenance - Care Home
The closing date is 25 September 2026
Job summary
ABOUT THE ROLEAs a Head of Maintenance at a Barchester care home, you'll make sure we have a clean and well-maintained environment so that residents feel at home and staff can do their jobs well. Creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere is part of our commitment to delivering first-class care and support. You can expect plenty of variety as a Head of Maintenance with us. You'll turn your hand to all sorts of tasks within the care home building as well as in the gardens and grounds. That could mean fixing a leaky tap one minute and planting some new bulbs the next. You should be comfortable working alone, leading a team and supporting the General Manager with annual budget planning. We'll also need you to liaise with contractors on jobs that fall outside the expertise of your team. ABOUT YOUThe wellbeing of our residents will be your number one priority as a Head of Maintenance at Barchester you'll make sure all work is carried out with sensitivity to their needs. With hands-on experience of property maintenance, you'll have at least one trade skill and, ideally, a proven ability to undertake a wide ran
Main duties of the job
As a Head of Maintenance at a Barchester care home, you'll ensure a clean and well-maintained environment, helping residents feel at home and supporting staff in their roles. Your main responsibilities will include a wide range of maintenance tasks within the care home building and its grounds. This role involves fixing various issues, such as a leaky tap, and undertaking gardening tasks like planting new bulbs. You'll work independently, lead a team, and assist the General Manager with budget planning. You'll also coordinate with contractors for tasks outside your team's expertise. Prioritizing residents' wellbeing, you'll be sensitive to their needs, ensuring all work aligns with that focus. Having hands-on property maintenance experience is essential, and you should possess at least one trade skill and ideally a diverse skill set for various maintenance tasks. Reliability, flexibility regarding working hours, and a full UK driving licence are necessary. Additionally, IT literacy and GCSEs in Maths and English (or equivalent) are required qualifications.
About us
Barchester Healthcare is a well-established company providing quality care and support in various healthcare settings, including care homes. They are committed to maintaining a clean and welcoming environment for residents and staff, ensuring that everyone feels at home. Barchester Healthcare values first-class care and support, aiming to enrich the lives of their residents. As an organisation, they focus on creating a warm atmosphere, promoting a sense of belonging and community. Employees at Barchester Healthcare are integral to delivering exceptional service and are offered competitive pay rates and a comprehensive benefits package. Barchester Healthcare invests in their staff's development, offering free training and access to wellbeing and support tools. They also recognise and reward their staff with incentives such as Employee of the Month rewards and a bonus scheme for referring friends. Overall, Barchester Healthcare provides a rewarding work environment where employees can utilise their skills and contribute to the quality care expected for loved ones.
Details
Date posted
28 July 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£37,020 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time
Reference number
1531132096
Job locations
Barchester Healthcare
Oxted
RH8 9BD
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
ABOUT THE ROLEAs a Head of Maintenance at a Barchester care home, you'll make sure we have a clean and well-maintained environment so that residents feel at home and staff can do their jobs well. Creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere is part of our commitment to delivering first-class care and support.
You can expect plenty of variety as a Head of Maintenance with us. You'll turn your hand to all sorts of tasks within the care home building as well as in the gardens and grounds. That could mean fixing a leaky tap one minute and planting some new bulbs the next. You should be comfortable working alone, leading a team and supporting the General Manager with annual budget planning. We'll also need you to liaise with contractors on jobs that fall outside the expertise of your team.
ABOUT YOUThe wellbeing of our residents will be your number one priority as a Head of Maintenance at Barchester you'll make sure all work is carried out with sensitivity to their needs. With hands-on experience of property maintenance, you'll have at least one trade skill and, ideally, a proven ability to undertake a wide range of maintenance tasks. You should be reliable and flexible when it comes to your working hours. This role also calls for a full UK driving licence, IT literacy and GCSEs in Maths and English (or equivalent).
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 maintenance 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.
Job description
Job responsibilities
ABOUT THE ROLEAs a Head of Maintenance at a Barchester care home, you'll make sure we have a clean and well-maintained environment so that residents feel at home and staff can do their jobs well. Creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere is part of our commitment to delivering first-class care and support.
You can expect plenty of variety as a Head of Maintenance with us. You'll turn your hand to all sorts of tasks within the care home building as well as in the gardens and grounds. That could mean fixing a leaky tap one minute and planting some new bulbs the next. You should be comfortable working alone, leading a team and supporting the General Manager with annual budget planning. We'll also need you to liaise with contractors on jobs that fall outside the expertise of your team.
ABOUT YOUThe wellbeing of our residents will be your number one priority as a Head of Maintenance at Barchester you'll make sure all work is carried out with sensitivity to their needs. With hands-on experience of property maintenance, you'll have at least one trade skill and, ideally, a proven ability to undertake a wide range of maintenance tasks. You should be reliable and flexible when it comes to your working hours. This role also calls for a full UK driving licence, IT literacy and GCSEs in Maths and English (or equivalent).
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 maintenance 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.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Hands-on experience of property maintenance; at least one trade skill; ideally, a proven ability to undertake a wide range of maintenance tasks; full UK driving licence; IT literacy; GCSEs in Maths and English (or equivalent).
Qualifications
Essential
- Hands-on experience of property maintenance; at least one trade skill; ideally, a proven ability to undertake a wide range of maintenance tasks; full UK driving licence; IT literacy; GCSEs in Maths and English (or equivalent).
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
Barchester Healthcare
Address
Barchester Healthcare
Oxted
RH8 9BD
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.barchester.com/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Barchester Healthcare
Address
Barchester Healthcare
Oxted
RH8 9BD
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.barchester.com/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Recruitment Team
Barchester Healthcare
Details
Date posted
28 July 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£37,020 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time
Reference number
1531132096
Job locations
Barchester Healthcare
Oxted
RH8 9BD
United Kingdom
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