Maintenance Assistant

Overview

St Catherines Care Home – Bolton (BL6 5QU
). Harbour Healthcare is recruiting a full‑time Maintenance Assistant (Job ). Permanent position, 37.5 hours per week, £12.37 per hour. Closing date: 31 March 2026.

• Carry out day‑to‑day maintenance on the building, its services and grounds to keep the Care Centre safe and functional.
• Ensure all legal documentation is completed on time.
• Report and address defects, damaged furniture or equipment and other hazards to the Home Manager.
• Maintain exterior areas: sheds, outbuildings, waste storage areas, driveways, paths, gardens, flower beds and signs/lighting.
• Clear snow and grit driveways and public access areas.
• Carry out touch‑up decoration, patching and painting as required.
• Test fire alarm system, call points, fire exits, emergency lights and ventilation units weekly, logging results.
• Test and record portable appliance safety and water temperatures as per procedures.
• Maintain a Maintenance Book recording defects and effect repairs or replacements.
• Assist or supervise deliveries to the Care Centre and monitor items closely.
• Liaise with the Home Manager or delegated staff regarding maintenance work.
• Participate in staff and client meetings as required.
• Attend mandatory training courses and maintain professional knowledge.
• Use paints, varnishes and other chemicals in accordance with safety instructions and keep work areas ventilated.
• Report any illness or accident of Clients, staff or yourself to the Home Manager or Person in Charge immediately.
• Ensure implementation of the Care Centre’s Health & Safety policy, emergency and fire procedures.
• Promote safe working practices throughout the Care Centre.

• General maintenance knowledge/experience (electrical, plumbing, joinery, minor tasks).
• Good communication skills.
• Confident team player.
• Clean driving licence and access to a car or similar vehicle.
• Willingness to receive training on current Health & Safety/EHO issues.
• Successful Police check and check against the POVA List where applicable.

• Understanding of central heating, laundry equipment and hot & cold water systems.
• Knowledge of current Health & Safety regulations.

• Discounts on shopping, fashion, days out, travel and entertainment.
• Flex Earn – earned wage access.
• Free face‑to‑face counselling for you and your family.
• Staff recognition award ceremonies.
• £30 voucher every month for the nominated "Employee of the month".
• Opportunities for training and career progression.
• Salary Sacrifice Pension scheme.
• Blue Light Card – up to 50 % discount across 100s of retailers.
• Free eye test and discounted glasses.
• Cashback card – save up to £500 annually, usable at over 80 major brands.
• Wellbeing portal with free meditation, podcasts, live virtual events, mental health support and workout plans.
• Seasonal company events, competitions and incentives.
• On‑site parking.

Harbour Healthcare (Family‑run business). Contact:

Address:
The Lodge House, Dodge Hill, Heaton Norris, Stockport, Cheshire SK4 1RD

Phone:

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