Job Description

Maintenance Operative

Location: Wingham Court, Oaken Lane, Claygate, Esher, Surrey KT10 0RQ

Contract: Permanent – Full Time

Hours: 40 hours per week with on call responsibilities

Salary: £14.10 to £17.30 per hour dependent on experience

CQC rating: Good

Carehome.co.uk rating: 9.8 / 10

Wingham Court features comfortable en-suite bedrooms and a number of lounges, where residents can relax and socialise. The home benefits from four acres of beautifully well-maintained gardens.

The therapy department has a fully equipped gym, providing slow stream rehabilitation. The physical management programme is person-centred and focuses on preventing secondary complications and maximising function.

There is a bustling atmosphere in the home, with things going on which residents can freely join in with like quizzes, singing workshops, films, sports, Zumba, tai chi, visiting entertainers, etc. There are also special interest groups such as discussions, documentaries, ladies night, darts, boccia, reading, and gardening.

They also arrange lots of bespoke and 1-2-1 activities to cater for residents' special interests, or where extra support is required to ensure their participation. They have their own mini bus for regular trips out to the pub, shopping and even the local ice skating rink, so residents don't feel out of touch with their local community.

There is a dedicated art lounge and professional art teacher, children's playground, a well-furnished IT suite, beautiful grounds with raised beds and two Lawn Tennis Association (LTA) registered tennis courts.

We make health happen

Here at Bupa we support those when they need it the most. Our care homes are dedicated to delivering person-centred care, supporting independence and honouring choice to help our residents live their best lives.

As a Maintenance Operative, your primary responsibility will be ensuring that our facilities remain fully functional. You will maintain buildings and equipment effectively while complying with all relevant Bupa Standard Operating Procedures, legislation, and industry best practices. Your role is crucial in ensuring our accommodation meets Bupa’s cultural and brand values.

You’ll Help Us Make Health Happen By

• Ensuring that all health and safety and compliance checks are carried out using the provided digital systems as per the timescales directed by Bupa Standard Operating Procedures and by Bupa compliance management tools and software
• Action and close any tasks attributed to the Maintenance Manager or home highlighted on Bupa compliance management tools and software
• Ensure that safety and cleanliness within the care home and grounds is to the satisfaction of Environmental Health, local Fire Authority requirements, Legionella Risk Assessment requirements and Health & Safety regulations etc
• Ensure that all necessary maintenance and repair tasks are completed to a high standard, in a timely manner and offer value for money whilst ensuring internal decoration continues to meet the organisations vision regarding first impressions
• Ensure regular review of residents’ preferences in relation to their personal space is documented and actioned
• Report defects, obtain quotes and manage repairs using Bupa approved contractors, complying at all times with Bupa’s Standard Operating Procedures
• Report irreparable defects to Home Manager or Property/Maintenance Manager as appropriate
• Manage Care Home elements of any refurbishment programme and capex programme of works ensuring minimal disruption to residents, visitors and staff
• Ensure that all tools and equipment are maintained and safely secured at all times
• Assist with induction of new colleagues with regard to the operation of emergency exits, fire points and evacuation procedures, keeping a record of all instructions given as required by the Home Manager, especially where the use of equipment is involved