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Handyperson
Handyperson – Exeter City Centre, Devon
Salary: £27,613 per annum (pro rata, £14.12 per hour) Contract: Permanent, part time (12 hours per week), flexible hours Location: Exeter city centre
About the Role
We can’t offer Career Structure (CoS) for this role.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join our ETAAS team and contribute hands-on skills to support our mission—helping people experiencing street homelessness off the streets. As a Handyperson, you’ll assist colleagues in maintaining properties and communal areas safely and efficiently, ensuring our 19-bed hostel operates smoothly.
Your practical expertise will directly impact people’s lives—what you do makes a real difference!
Responsibilities
- Repairs & Maintenance: Perform minor or emergency repairs, including decorating, cleaning properties, and communal areas.
- Task Execution: Handle tasks such as:
- Hanging curtain poles
- Moving and rearranging furniture
- Touching up paint
- Changing washers
- Unblocking sinks
- Clearing grounds
- Fire Safety: Carry out regular fire safety checks.
- Collaboration: Work closely with colleagues of all roles, contractors, and customers.
- Repair Coordination: Liaise with the Customer Service Centre and contractors to escalate or follow up on repairs beyond your remit.
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Requirements
- Practical & Team Skills: A team player with a can-do attitude and energy.
- Technical Ability:
- Sound general maintenance knowledge
- Basic carpentry & plumbing skills
- Comfortable with painting, cleaning, or tool use
- Communication & Adaptability: Ability to engage with people across diverse backgrounds and use technology for admin, reporting, and record-keeping.
- Mobility: Requires access to an insured vehicle for business purposes—mileage is reimbursed.
Enhanced DBS check (paid by Home Group) is mandatory.
Why Join Us?
Be part of Home Group, one of the UK’s top Great Places to Work, and contribute to meaningful change every day.
- Impact: Your work supports vulnerable people in regaining stability and dignity.
- Trust & Tools: Full confidence to use your skills while having the support you need.
- Flexibility: Work hours aligned with customer needs (not a standard 9-5).
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What’s in It for You?
- Leave: 34 days per year (including bank holidays and a relaxed “me day”).
- Pensions & Security: 7% matching contribution (plus 3x salary life assurance).
- Healthcare: Save £1140/year via our health cash plan (dental, optical, therapies).
- Financial Perks: Instant pay access with Stream, supermarket discounts, and travel expense support.
Job Details
- Flexible scheduling as long as customer service demands are met.
- Base location: Exeter, with occasional out-of-area support for emergency needs.
- Full Enhanced DBS reimbursement and reimbursed mileage.
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For reasonable adjustments or support: email recruitment@homegroup.org.uk.
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