About Our Home: Tucked away near the bustling area of Wantage, St Katharine's House is more than just a care home—it's a sanctuary of warmth, care, and vibrant life. Imagine a place where picturesque gardens stretch across five acres, a historic chapel stands tall, and the hum of friendly chatter fills the cafe. Here, every resident receives individual care and support to meet their unique needs, Dive into a world where modern amenities meet timeless charm, and every day is a new adventure. Responsibilities + Maintaining the building and equipment + Carry out routine checks weekly, monthly, and annually on systems in the home and ensuring that external checks are carried out within the agreed timeframe – e.g Loler testing + Monitor and respond to the fire alarm call, boilers and lift. + Make effective and efficient use of resources in any maintenance or repair. + To conduct Banking and purchase of small items for the home. + Maintain the building, grounds and equipment to ensure the safety of residents, staff and visitors to the House including decoration and repair, minor plumbing works and maintaining the garden areas. + Maintain good communication and relationships with other teams and colleagues at the House. + Maintain awareness of the Home's policies and procedures especially the Fire Policy. + Participate in Training and Development as an individual and as part of the team. + Get involved in the induction of new staff by training them on the building layout and fire policies and procedures. + Maintain client and business confidentiality at all times. + Control and ordering of stock and acceptance and checking of deliveries. + Maintain an awareness of the Health and Safety requirements. + Observe and maintain high levels of communication within the teams of staff, individual colleagues and residents. + Maintain client and business confidentiality at all times. + To carry out any additional duties as requested. + To undertake any additional training and development programmes the Home may consider appropriate to enhance your contribution to the work at this home. + To review on a regular basis the job description for your post and to agree on any changes. Essential Skills: + Ideal candidate should have plumbing skills/experience Our benefits include: + Salary up to £14.50 per hour + Employee of the Month + Long term service awards + Blue Light Card + Professional Development + Refer a Friend