Maintenance Assistant

£14.34 per hour, paid breaks plus lots of great benefits!

Live Well Today, Thrive Tomorrow as a Maintenance Assistant and Driver with Berkley Care

Are you currently working in maintenance or as a handyperson?  Would you love to work in a care setting?  Do you have a full and clean driving licence? If you answered yes, then taking the first step in your career as a Maintenance Assistant and Driver with Berkley Care Group could be the right move for you.

A Top Employer 2024

Berkley Care is the only UK care company to be recognised in this year’s Top Employer Awards for going above and beyond when it comes to employee well-being and development.  This award is given in recognition of the group’s commitment to creating a nurturing, inclusive and supportive work environment, where the culture is warm and encouraging. 

What we are looking for:

• An individual who is caring and patient and has a compassionate nature
• That you are able to hold meaningful conversations with our residents
• Someone who is enthusiastic, takes pride in their work and is focussed on solutions
• An individual who works to the highest standard ensuring the presentation of a luxury care home

Do you have the following?:

• A wide range of maintenance skills, including proficiency in plumbing, electricity, carpentry, painting, decorating and garden maintenance
• Attention to detail to present the home and grounds in excellent condition  
• Strong organisational, communication and time management skills with the ability to work under pressure
• A full and clean driving licence in order to drive the home mini-bus and car
• The knowledge and skills to provide training in emergency procedures
• The skills and experience to carry out regular checks, inspections and risk assessments
• The ability to assist with the movement and assembly of furniture

• Above minimum wage and enhanced bank holiday pay
• Paid breaks, free meals and drinks whilst at work
• Equal pay for young workers who are paid the same as those aged 25+
• Monetary rewards for long service and referring family and friends
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay
• You can buy and sell annual leave
• Industry leading Company Sick Pay (for critical illness and clinically necessary surgery)
• Berkley Care Hardship Fund if in financial hardship
• Access to a raft of benefits and discounts in hundreds of online and high street locations, plus a Blue Light Card
• Employee Assistance Programme plus a 24/7 GP Helpline
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• On-Demand Pay
• A luxury working environment
• Excellent learning, development and training opportunities
• Regular communications via our newsletter and podcasts so that you’ll always know what’s going on

So, if you would like to work as a Maintenance Assistant and Driver in a rewarding environment where you’ll be valued for the person you are and where you’ll be appreciated and respected for what you can bring to the role, apply today.  There is one face-to-face in-person interview with the Maintenance Manager.  We can send you the interview questions before your interview, giving you the best chance to prepare.

Equality, Diversion and Inclusion (EDI)

At Berkley Care Group, we are committed to providing EDI at all levels in our company.  We recognise that employing people who have diverse talents, experiences and perspectives not only contributes to our success but also allows us to have a more exciting, innovative and creative workforce.  Therefore, we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that respects and values all individuals, including those who are Neurodiverse.

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