Maintenance Assistant
External
Children’s Hospice South West · BarnstaplePrepare for this interview
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About the role
Children's Hospice South West (CHSW) is a well-established and highly respected charity providing hospice care for children and babies with life-limiting conditions and their families across the South West. Working with CHSW is more than a job - it's an opportunity to be part of a compassionate organisation where your work directly supports children, babies and families when they need it most.
Responsibilities
- Working as part of a small on-site maintenance team, you will:
- Carry out general maintenance and repairs across the hospice, including plumbing, carpentry, painting, and basic electrical work
- Support the planned preventative maintenance programme, ensuring records are accurate and up to date
- Assist with the upkeep of buildings, equipment, utilities, vehicles and grounds
- Perform routine safety checks, including fire alarms and equipment testing
- Help maintain specialist facilities such as the spa/Jacuzzi and external play equipment
- Support contractors on site and step in when required in the absence of the Site Manager
- Undertake occasional driving duties, including transporting supplies or equipment
- Ensure all work is carried out safely and in line with health & safety standards and CHSW policies
- About you
- We're looking for someone who is hands-on, organised and committed to high standards.
- You will have:
- Experience across a range of general maintenance skills (e.g. plumbing, carpentry, electrical, decorating)
- A good understanding of health & safety practices and record keeping
- Strong organisational and communication skills, with the ability to explain technical issues clearly
- A proactive, flexible and positive approach to work
- The ability to manage your workload and respond to changing priorities
- A full UK driving licence (essential)
- Ideally, you will also hold a relevant trade or health & safety qualification.
Benefits
Additional Information
Hours : 37 hours per week (working within core hours between 08:00-17:00, Monday to Friday) Salary : £26,416 - £29,273 per annum Join our team and make a real difference 98% of staff say they are proud to work for Children's Hospice South West. We are looking for a practical, proactive and reliable Maintenance Assistant to join our friendly team at Little Bridge House. This is a rewarding opportunity to play a vital role in maintaining a safe, welcoming and well-functioning environment for children and babies with life-limiting conditions and their families.
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