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Reading, Berkshire
Maintenance Operative
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Maintenance Operative Beacher Hall Care Home, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 6PG It's the small things that can often make the biggest difference. At Bupa Care Homes, we know it's our privilege to care for people - supporting them to live with dignity and independence. Right now, we're looking for a caring and organised individual to join us as a Maintenance Operative at Beacher Hall care home in Reading to help us be the positive difference to our resident's lives. Working hours and salary 9.01 - 11.10 per hour DOE 9 am - 5 pm Full time available What your typical day involves * Carrying out a wide range of routine building, maintenance and repair jobs, with minimum disruption to the care home * Checking electrical items brought into the home by our residents, overseeing heating systems, fire alarm checks, refrigeration and general electrics * Being accountable for compliance with the Health and Safety at Work Act, COSHH, service contract and inspections * Responding to off duty emergencies within the home (as necessary) * Supervising the Maintenance Assistants (dependent on size of home) Who we're looking for Friendly and approachable, you'll have previous experience working in a maintenance role and take pride in your work. You understand the importance of maintaining high standards in and around the home, ensuring our residents enjoy a safe, pleasant and comfortable environment. Nothing is too much trouble and you're always happy to help the wider team. You'll enjoy communicating with others and you'll cherish the little moments with our residents. What's in it for you? * Comprehensive induction, on-going training and development, access to internal apprenticeship schemes * Your DBS Check (44) paid for * Access to Wagestream - an app-based service that offers you the choice to be in control of when you access your earnings* * NEST work place pension and Life assurance * 28 days annual leave (inclusive of statutory bank holidays) * Hot meal provided on a 12-hour shift * Refer a friend bonus scheme * Uniform provided * Smile Everyday - a health and well-being package giving access to 24/7 health lines along with access to a Physiotherapist for muscle, joint and bone support * Retailer discounts, including interest free travel ticket loans, discounted gym membership and discounts on Bupa dental care * Free flu vaccine *Only available to permanent employees where HealthRoster is used. About our home Close to Reading station, Beacher Hall is a one minute walk from the bus stop. The home provides care to the young physically disabled and those living with spinal or brain injuries, respiratory conditions and specialist care for Huntington's and Parkinson's. With a real friendly feel, the team are passionate about providing person centred care, championing dignity and independence - organising a wide variety of activities meaning there's no typical day here. As part of the team, you're supported from day one to learn, develop and encouraged to progress. Who we are As a leading healthcare group, we run care homes, retirement villages, health centres, dental centres and hospitals all over the world. As well as providing insurance to over 16 million people. We're a big company but no matter what business area you're in, our purpose is simple - helping people live longer, healthier, happier lives. And we have belief in you to help us achieve it. Want to know more? Check us out on Facebook and Twitter by searching for Bupa UK Careers. Bupa is committed to ensuring that every applicant is assessed for employment, promotion and development solely based on personal merit and qualifications, regardless of gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, marital or civil partner status, gender reassignment, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability or age.