YMCA East Surrey
Accommodation Maintenance Operative
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Employment Type
Part Time, Permanent
Application Start Date
18-08-2026
Application End Date
26-08-2026
Location
Hillbrook House, Redhill
Zip Code
RH1 6QT
Work Style
On-site
Industry
Non-profit charitable organisations
Description
Our mission is to provide opportunities for people to develop to their full potential, with a focus on children and young people and those who are vulnerable, have a disability or face disadvantage.
We are recruiting for an Accommodation Maintenance Operative to join our Housing Team. The role involves carrying out practical room turnaround, refurbishment and minor repair work at Hillbrook House, ensuring vacant rooms are made safe, clean, presentable and ready for reoccupation in a timely and efficient manner.
We are looking for someone who can help reduce room downtime, improve accommodation standards and support occupancy by ensuring rooms meet YMCA East Surrey’s agreed standard before handover.
The successful candidate must have relevant trade, property maintenance, decorating or refurbishment training, or equivalent experience.
For this role, we also welcome applications from self-employed candidates for consideration.
Key Responsibilities
- Ensure rooms meet YMCA East Surrey’s agreed standard before handover to the Housing Team.
- Work safely and always follow YMCA East Surrey health and safety requirements.
- Complete agreed works within target turnaround timescales and report progress or delays promptly.
- Painting walls, ceilings, woodwork and doors as required.
- Reinstate rooms following resident departure so they are presentable for the next resident.
- Undertake minor carpentry repairs and general practical maintenance tasks within own competence.
- Minor plumbing repairs including removal of tap and shower fittings for descaling along with any minor plumbing repairs tasks within own competence.
- Work closely with the Housing Operations Manager and Housing Team to understand vacancy priorities and agree room turnaround requirements.
- Provide clear updates on progress, expected completion dates and any issues affecting handover.
- Identify and report significant defects or concerns that require specialist intervention.
- Report risks, hazards, damage or safeguarding concerns promptly through the appropriate route.
- Maintain appropriate standards of confidentiality, professionalism and respect when working in supported housing accommodation.
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We are seeking candidates who are passionate about working for a charity and making a difference to the lives of the children and young people in our community.
If you’re enthusiastic about this opportunity but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every requirement, we encourage you to apply anyway and demonstrate how your experience is transferrable. You may be just the right candidate.
Working Hours
21 hours per week.
Working Pattern
Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, either 8:00 am–4:00 pm or 9:00 am–5:00 pm, including a 1-hour unpaid lunch break.
PAY
£18,777 per annum (pro-rata) (FTE £31,296 per annum)
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Benefits
- Be part of a long-standing and well-respected charity
- Discounted childcare for permanent employees
- Gym membership and free access to all leisure facilities for permanent employees
- Eligibility for Blue Light Discount Retail Card
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- 6.6 weeks annual leave which increases after 2 years' continuous service
- Free access to our Employee Assistance Programme
- On site parking
INTERVIEWS
01/09/2026
TO APPLY
Please scroll down the page to the application form.
Successful candidates will already have the right to live and work in the UK without restrictions. We are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.
An inclusive workplace
We are committed to policies and practices of equality, diversity and inclusion and to supporting our people to make sure our culture is consistent with this commitment.
Accessibility if you require assistance or have questions regarding the application process, please do contact us at HR@ymcaeastsurrey.org.uk
Safeguarding
YMCA East Surrey requires all staff and volunteers to be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and to respond proactively to safeguarding concerns. Successful applicants are required to undertake an Enhanced DBS (including the Children’s and Adult’s barred lists) check, along with reference checks.
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