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We are looking for a Maintenance Assistant to join our team and support the upkeep and smooth running of our villages. We are driven by a clear purpose: to build real communities that enhance the lives of our residents every single day.
As a Maintenance Assistant, you will play a key role in maintaining the safety, comfort, and appearance of both residents’ homes and communal areas. From assisting with repairs and general maintenance to supporting larger projects, your practical skills and proactive approach will help ensure our villages remain welcoming, safe, and well-presented.
If you enjoy working hands-on, solving problems, and making a visible difference every day, there is a place for you at Inspired Villages.
The Role
As a Maintenance Assistant, You Will Be
- Undertaking repair work to support preventative maintenance tasks, including legionella control, residential checks, site surveys, and general repairs
- Prioritising and completing work requests raised by residents and colleagues, determining the most effective solutions
- Reporting damages and defects promptly and accurately to ensure timely resolution
- Conducting residential checks, monitoring issues, and providing practical maintenance solutions
- Supporting the grounds team with gardening, landscaping, and general exterior maintenance duties
- Driving the village minibus as part of the driver rota, where required
- Assisting the Head of Maintenance with repairs related to new building defects
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Key Requirements
- Previous experience in building repair, maintenance, or grounds care
- Full UK driving licence
- Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team
- Confident, personable, and professional, with strong communication skills
- Any relevant qualifications in building trades, maintenance, or health and safety would be advantageous, though hands-on experience is highly valued
The Benefits
- Medicash Health Cash Plan
- Life Assurance at 4x Your Annual Salary
- 33 Days Annual Leave, Inclusive of Bank Holidays (Pro-Rated to Contracted Hours)
- Holiday Buying Scheme - Purchase Up to 5 Additional Days
- Big Birthdays Off for Milestone Birthdays Ending in a 0
- 5% Matched Contribution Pension Scheme
- Pension Salary Sacrifice Scheme
- Retail Discounts Across a Variety of Outlets and Access to SMART Tech
- Ongoing Opportunities to Grow Your Skills and Career
- Access to a Wellbeing Hub, Including Discounts on Wellbeing Interventions
- Cycle to Work Scheme and Electric Car Scheme
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At Inspired Villages, we invite everyone, regardless of background, to join our thriving community. Here, you'll be included, involved, and inspired to contribute your unique talents. We are committed to creating a culture of belonging, where uniqueness is celebrated and you’re inspired to be your best, every day.
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