Maintenance Assistant - Care Home
Barchester Healthcare
Southwick, BrightonView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)
Salary
£28,891
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
Not specified
In plain English
What this job actually involves
You will keep the care home building and grounds clean, safe and tidy. The job mixes small repairs, cleaning and checking safety. It suits people who enjoy practical work and like helping others. You’ll work as part of a team to support residents.
What you'll need
- Basic DIY skills and ability to use hand tools safely
- Ability to follow health and safety rules
- Good communication and teamwork
- Reliability and willingness to work flexible hours
- GCSE or equivalent is helpful but not always required
How to boost your chances
- List any previous maintenance or cleaning jobs on your CV
- Mention any health and safety or manual‑handling training you have
- Give examples of fixing things quickly when asked
- Dress neatly and arrive on time for any interview
- Read about Barchester’s values and show you care about residents
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Job description
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 …
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Provenance
Source
Adzuna
First seen
22 October 2026
Last checked
22 October 2026
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