Maintenance Operative
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Avery Healthcare Group Ltd. Maintenance Operative
The closing date is 23 November 2026
Job summary
Package Description: Shift details: Full time and part time shifts available At Avery Healthcare, we are all about supporting the people who care for our residents. We know how hard our teams work, and were here to celebrate and support you every step of the way. When you join us, youll be making a positive impact on residents lives every day your compassion and dedication truly make a difference. Were committed to helping you grow in a caring, supportive environment, with opportunities to learn and develop throughout your career. And as part of our close-knit team, youll experience a culture that values respect, compassion, and a shared commitment to exceptional care. Were now looking for a warm, enthusiastic, and dedicated individual to join our award-winning team as a Maintenance Operative at Aire View Care Home in Leeds. If this sounds like the place for you, wed love to hear from you! ABOUT THE ROLE Your focus as a Maintenance Operative will be to ensure the building and grounds are well maintained, undertaking a variety of routine maintenance tasks, checks to services applying basic fixes to equipment and systems whilst ensuring facilities are fully functional.
Main duties of the job
As a Maintenance Operative at Avery Healthcare, you'll ensure the building and grounds are well maintained, performing routine maintenance tasks and checks on services. Responsibilities include general maintenance tasks, electrical, plumbing, joinery, and building tasks both inside and outside the Home. You'll support new residents in arranging their rooms, ensure re-decoration is undertaken to maintain home standards, advise on supply and quality of items used for tasks, and provide out-of-hours emergency service as part of the on-call rota. You will have one year of experience in general maintenance, hold a driving licence, and have knowledge of Health and Safety.
About us
Avery Healthcare is one of the UKs largest providers of luxury elderly care homes. We are committed to creating enriching experiences for our residents and team members. At Avery, we value respect, compassion, and exceptional care. Our vision of 'creating meaningful lives together' highlights our dedication to providing outstanding care across our network of over 100 homes. We support and empower our employees, creating a rewarding work environment where they feel valued. Join us to see why Avery is the preferred choice for residents and staff alike, as we build a supportive and inspiring environment.
Details
Date posted
31 October 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£14 an hour
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
1569524661
Job locations
Avery Healthcare
Kirkstall
LS5 3ED
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Package Description:
Shift details: Full time and part time shifts available
At Avery Healthcare, we are all about supporting the people who care for our residents. We know how hard our teams work, and were here to celebrate and support you every step of the way.When you join us, youll be making a positive impact on residents lives every day your compassion and dedication truly make a difference. Were committed to helping you grow in a caring, supportive environment, with opportunities to learn and develop throughout your career. And as part of our close-knit team, youll experience a culture that values respect, compassion, and a shared commitment to exceptional care.Were now looking for a warm, enthusiastic, and dedicated individual to join our award-winning team as a Maintenance Operative at Aire View Care Home in Leeds. If this sounds like the place for you, wed love to hear from you!ABOUT THE ROLE
Your focus as a Maintenance Operativewillbetoensurethe building and grounds are wellmaintained, undertaking a variety of routine maintenance tasks, checks to services applying basic fixes to equipment and systemswhilstensuringfacilities are fully functional.
Other responsibilitieswillinclude:
- Carryingout all general maintenance tasks and basic repairs includingall electrical, plumbing joinery and building tasks both inside and outside the Home.
- Supporting new residents to arrange their room as they wish.
- Ensuringroutine re-decoration is undertaken asrequiredtomaintainthe standards in thehome.
- Advisingon the supply and quality of items used to carry out tasks, ensuring thetimelyandappropriate orderingof replacement goods.
- Providingout of hours emergency service,participatingin the on-call rota.
ABOUT YOU
To be successful in your application, you will live our values of caring,supportive,honest, respectful, and accountable in all that you do.
Our ideal candidatemust:
- Have a minimum of one years experience in a general maintenance or handy person role and/or hold a professional qualification in a trade.
- Hold a full driving licence.
- Have knowledge of Health and Safety, particularly Moving and Handling techniques, Fire Safety and COSHH assessments.
- Be able to be adaptive and flexible to cover a range of responsibilities at short notice.
ABOUT AVERY
At Avery, were not just one of the UKs largest providers of luxury elderly care homes were a place where people love to work. We believe that the later years of life should be as enriching as any other, and were passionate about creating meaningful experiences for our residents and our team alike. With our vision of "creating meaningful lives together," we proudly offer exceptional care across our growing network of over 100 homes, building a supportive and inspiring environment where employees feel valued and empowered every day. Join us and see why Avery is the preferred choice for residents and team members alike.Please note this role will require:
- ADBS Disclosure check, the cost of which will be met by Avery Healthcare.
- Proof of eligibility to work in the UK.
Job responsibilities
Package Description:
Shift details: Full time and part time shifts available
At Avery Healthcare, we are all about supporting the people who care for our residents. We know how hard our teams work, and were here to celebrate and support you every step of the way.When you join us, youll be making a positive impact on residents lives every day your compassion and dedication truly make a difference. Were committed to helping you grow in a caring, supportive environment, with opportunities to learn and develop throughout your career. And as part of our close-knit team, youll experience a culture that values respect, compassion, and a shared commitment to exceptional care.Were now looking for a warm, enthusiastic, and dedicated individual to join our award-winning team as a Maintenance Operative at Aire View Care Home in Leeds. If this sounds like the place for you, wed love to hear from you!ABOUT THE ROLE
Your focus as a Maintenance Operativewillbetoensurethe building and grounds are wellmaintained, undertaking a variety of routine maintenance tasks, checks to services applying basic fixes to equipment and systemswhilstensuringfacilities are fully functional.
Other responsibilitieswillinclude:
- Carryingout all general maintenance tasks and basic repairs includingall electrical, plumbing joinery and building tasks both inside and outside the Home.
- Supporting new residents to arrange their room as they wish.
- Ensuringroutine re-decoration is undertaken asrequiredtomaintainthe standards in thehome.
- Advisingon the supply and quality of items used to carry out tasks, ensuring thetimelyandappropriate orderingof replacement goods.
- Providingout of hours emergency service,participatingin the on-call rota.
ABOUT YOU
To be successful in your application, you will live our values of caring,supportive,honest, respectful, and accountable in all that you do.
Our ideal candidatemust:
- Have a minimum of one years experience in a general maintenance or handy person role and/or hold a professional qualification in a trade.
- Hold a full driving licence.
- Have knowledge of Health and Safety, particularly Moving and Handling techniques, Fire Safety and COSHH assessments.
- Be able to be adaptive and flexible to cover a range of responsibilities at short notice.
ABOUT AVERY
At Avery, were not just one of the UKs largest providers of luxury elderly care homes were a place where people love to work. We believe that the later years of life should be as enriching as any other, and were passionate about creating meaningful experiences for our residents and our team alike. With our vision of "creating meaningful lives together," we proudly offer exceptional care across our growing network of over 100 homes, building a supportive and inspiring environment where employees feel valued and empowered every day. Join us and see why Avery is the preferred choice for residents and team members alike.Please note this role will require:
- ADBS Disclosure check, the cost of which will be met by Avery Healthcare.
- Proof of eligibility to work in the UK.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Minimum of one years experience in a general maintenance or handy person role and/or hold a professional qualification in a trade. Must hold a full driving licence and have knowledge of Health and Safety, including Moving and Handling techniques, Fire Safety, and COSHH assessments.
Qualifications
Essential
- Minimum of one years experience in a general maintenance or handy person role and/or hold a professional qualification in a trade. Must hold a full driving licence and have knowledge of Health and Safety, including Moving and Handling techniques, Fire Safety, and COSHH assessments.
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
Avery Healthcare Group Ltd.
Address
Avery Healthcare
Kirkstall
LS5 3ED
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.averyhealthcare.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Avery Healthcare Group Ltd.
Address
Avery Healthcare
Kirkstall
LS5 3ED
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.averyhealthcare.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Recruitment Team
Avery Healthcare
Details
Date posted
31 October 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£14 an hour
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
1569524661
Job locations
Avery Healthcare
Kirkstall
LS5 3ED
United Kingdom
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