Maintenance Assistant

We are looking for a confident Maintenance Assistant with a passion for delivering outstanding care. You'll be working 40 hours a week (Monday to Friday 08:00am - 16:00pm), making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care at Gledholt Mews and Coach House.

At Cygnet, we support our people to grow their careers, gain new skills and keep stepping up. Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while reaping the rewards of making a difference to others every day.

Cygnet was established in 1988. Since then we have developed a wide range of services for individuals with mental health needs, autism and learning disabilities within the UK. We have built a reputation for delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes for the people in our care. Our expert and highly dedicated care team of 10 000 employees empower 2864 individuals across 150 services to consistently make a positive difference to their lives, through service‑user focused care and rehabilitation.

Helping others improve and turn their lives around there's no better feeling. It's what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it.

We are looking for a skilled Maintenance Assistant with a passion for making a difference to others.

You’ll be working full time 40 hours a week (Monday to Friday 08:00am - 16:00pm) at Gledholt Mews and Coach House, helping provide a safe and healthy environment for the people in our care.

Gledholt Mews and Coach House is our community rehabilitation (level
1) service for adults with mental health needs or a personality disorder who have been able to progress through the hospital pathway and are looking for the next stage in their rehabilitation journey or for those who may be stepping up from a community placement.

Located in Huddersfield just next to Greenhead College and Park, the service provides support to individuals who are ready to take responsibility for the continuation of their own rehabilitation and recovery in a safe environment, whilst living in the wider community.

Your Day-to-Day...

Provide a comprehensive maintenance & repair service

Carry out a range of tasks including basic joinery, plumbing, painting & general building work

Maintain plant, services & vehicles in working order

Comply with safe working practices & report faulty equipment & potential hazards

Travel to other sites & on occasions be on call to carry out emergency repairs outside of normal working hours

Check the fire alarm points weekly, including fire exits, door retaining devices & fire emergency lights

You are...

Experienced in all types of painting and decorating in both indoor and outdoor environments

Willing to travel & hold a full valid driving licence

Able to communicate at all levels & record detailed, accurate maintenance information

Skilled at DIY & general maintenance

Preferably Level 2 Diploma qualified in Painting & Decorating/Maintenance

Friendly, conscientious & an excellent team member with a positive attitude

Why Cygnet? Well offer you

• Strong career progression opportunities
• Expert supervision & support
• Pension scheme Cycle to work scheme & employee discount saving

Please note:

successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

What next?

If you care about making a difference we want to talk to you.

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This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.