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Maintenance Assistant

Elysium Healthcare

Swindon, SN3 3RTView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)

Salary

£26,869

Contract

Permanent

Hours

Not specified

Closing date

31 October 2026

12 days left

Job description

Join the Avalon Centre in Swindon as a Maintenance Assistant where you will be part of creating a well-presented and safe environment for some of the ...

Join the Avalon Centre in Swindon as a Maintenance Assistant and be part of creating a well-presented and safe environment for vulnerable individuals. Responsibilities include ensuring facilities are fit for purpose, conducting regular audits to identify and repair faults, and liaising with contractors for service maintenance. Necessary training is provided to make a positive impact on changing lives. Elysium Healthcare offers career development opportunities and various courses to support growth. The role requires assisting with maintenance of buildings, facilities, and equipment, utilizing DIY skills, and participating in an on-call rota for emergencies.

Join the Avalon Centre in Swindon as a Maintenance Assistant where you will be part of creating a well- presented and safe environment for some of the most vulnerable people in society.

As a Maintenance Assistant, you will be responsible for ensuring the services facilities are fit for purpose, gardening and will regularly conduct audits to identify and repair any faults ensuring a safe environment for service users, staff and visitors.

Working alongside an established team, you will turn your hand to all maintenance-related tasks, liaising with contractors to support the upkeep of the service.

You’ll receive all necessary training to get you started and join the dedicated team, where you can make a positive difference and be part of changing lives for the better. There’s also a huge range of courses on offer to help grow and develop your career. If you have the aspiration, capability and dedication, Elysium Healthcare can give you the support and opportunities to help you achieve your career goals.

  • Assisting with ensuring that the service, buildings, facilities and equipment requirements are maintained and fit for purpose.
  • Utilising good DIY skills to ensure safety of service users is maintained.
  • Assisting in regular checks and maintenance.
  • Assisting in the repair and maintenance of all buildings.
  • Assisting in all decorating.
  • Liaising with a manager reporting all faults and defects.
  • Participating in a 1 week retaining on-call rota for the purposes of emergency maintenance.
  • Coordinating and supporting contractors whilst on site and completing of all paperwork and tool checks.

To be successful in this role, you will:

  • To comply with system and procedures.
  • Have previous experience within a maintenance role.
  • To work effectively as part of a team and independently.
  • Show courtesy and respect to residents at all times to ensure that they enjoy the highest quality of service.
  • Attend and participate in training sessions and staff meetings.

The Avalon Centre, Edison Park Hindle Way, Swindon, Wiltshire, SN3 3RT

You will be working at The Avalon Centre, a purpose built neurological centre for men and women over the age of 18 years, who have an acquired brain injury.

The centre has been designed specifically to support people with Neurological conditions, because of their injury, have challenging and complex needs and require a neurobehavioral rehabilitation programme.

At Elysium Healthcare, we believe in taking care of the people who care for others, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, growth, and future:

  • Annual base salary of £26,868.71
  • The equivalent of 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays) – plus your birthday off and the option to buy additional annual leave, in our annual selection window.
  • Career development and training to help you achieve your professional goals
  • Access to our Rewards & Benefits platform Ely-Vate; Your one-stop destination for everyday savings, exclusive benefits, and wellbeing hub!
  • Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance
  • Access to Blue Light Card, which provides a range of exclusive offers and discounts
  • Life Assurance, for added peace of mind
  • Stream – instant access to earned wages when you need it, plus access to save, directly from your wages, alongside financial wellbeing support.
  • 24/7 GP service and second medical opinion, to ensure you are the best you can be
  • Enhanced Maternity Package, so you can truly enjoy this special time
  • Pension contribution, to help secure your future
  • Free meals and onsite parking

Elysium Health care has over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 80 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education, there is opportunity for you to grow and move.

Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people globally.

Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment of staff for all appointments and is a Disability Confident employer, committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person’s individual responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of service users. All candidates will be subject to a DBS disclosure

Elysium Healthcare has over 8,000 employees and offers a unique approach to the delivery of care. With over 80 services across England and Wales, they cover various fields including Mental Health, Neurological conditions, Learning Disabilities & Autism, and more. Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care, a global network extending across 10 countries with over 86,000 employees worldwide. The company is a Disability Confident employer, committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment, emphasizing the responsibility of staff to promote and safeguard the welfare of service users. They offer a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

Essential

  • Previous experience within a maintenance role is required. Candidates should be able to work effectively both as part of a team and independently, showing courtesy and respect to residents at all times. Attendance and participation in training sessions and staff meetings are essential.

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First seen

2 October 2026

Last checked

6 October 2026

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