We are looking for a skilled Maintenance Assistant with a passion for making a difference to others. 

You’ll be working full-time 40 hours per week (Monday to Friday) at Tupwood Gate Nursing Home, helping provide a safe and healthy environment for the people in our care.  

Tupwood Gate is a Nursing Home located in the quiet residential town of Caterham in Surrey, providing outcome-focused care for adults who may be physically frail, a diagnosis of dementia or Alzheimer’s disease. Tupwood Gate provides short-stay or longer-term care, offering award winning end of life care.

Why Cygnet? We’ll offer you…

• Strong career progression opportunities 
• Expert supervision & support
• Employee referral scheme
• Pension scheme
• “Cycle to work” scheme & employee discount saving

Your day-to-day at Tupwood Nursing Home... 

• Provide a comprehensive maintenance & repair service
• Carry out a range of tasks including basic joinery, plumbing, painting & general building work 
• Maintain plant, services & vehicles in working order 
• Comply with safe working practices & report faulty equipment & potential hazards 
• Travel to other sites & on occasion be on call to carry out emergency repairs outside of normal working hours
• Check the fire alarm points weekly, including fire exits, door retaining devices & fire emergency lights

You are... 

• Experienced in all types of painting and decorating in both indoor and outdoor environments 
• Willing to travel & hold a full valid driving licence
• Able to communicate at all levels & record detailed, accurate maintenance information 
• Skilled at DIY & general maintenance
• Preferably Level 2 Diploma qualified in Painting & Decorating/Maintenance 
• Friendly, conscientious & an excellent team member with a positive attitude

Successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

If interested please apply below or forward your CV to JamesCooper1@cygnethealth.co.uk