Retail Maintenance Assistant

Job Description

Location: Home Based (close to M5 corridor -Taunton)Contract: Full time, PermanentSalary: £21,183 - £23,929 per annumClosing date: Tuesday 28th February 2023Anticipated Interviews: Tuesday 21st March 2023Join our team for a rewarding career98% of staff agree that they are proud to work for CHSW.About UsChildrens Hospice South West provides care and support for children with life limiting conditions. We have an exciting opportunity for friendly and enthusiastic person who is motivated to join us on a permanent basis to really make a difference to the livesof the children and families who we support.What you will be doingYou will be supporting the retail teams and taking responsibility for the effective and safe maintenance at our retail shops located across the South West. This will entail taking our routine and general repairs and supporting the retail and facilities teamswith the co-ordination of contractors.You will provide emergency maintenance cover for any of our three hospice sites if required, and emergency telephone support to the Area Retail Managers as necessary.The Successful CandidateYou will have experience in basic plumbing, building, electrical and decorating skills, along with a good understanding of Health and Safety. You will be proactive, and flexible, with effective organisational and communication skills, and a resourceful andenergetic approach to work.A full UK driving licence is essential.What we offer 33* days (plus bank holidays) holiday entitlement, which increases with service enhanced sick pay scheme rising up to 6 months full and 6 months half pay* personal pension scheme with 7% employer contribution family friendly policies, with enhanced maternity/adoption pay occupational health, wellbeing and counselling services and employee assistance programme group life insurance scheme training and development opportunities environmental and green agenda a supportive and inclusive environment a chance to make a real difference*enhanced terms from April 2023This fantastic opportunity will give you the chance to explore the wonders of the South West, whether you are already located here, you are a returner or looking for a different way of life; the South West offers a high quality of life and great leisureopportunities. These environmental attractions are matched by the excellent reputation of the highly successful Childrens Hospice South West (CHSW) as an organisation and local employer.TrainingFull on-the-job training and a comprehensive induction period will be given relevant to the role.Please note if sufficient applications are received prior to the advertised closing date, we reserve the right to close this vacancy early. We therefore recommend that you apply for the role as soon as possible.CHSW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and all employees must obtain an enhanced DBS disclosure. Charity Registration Number 1003314.You may also have experience in the following: Maintenance, PPM, Assistant Carpenter, Property Maintenance, Joiner, Building, Construction, Carpentry, Joinery, Housing Association, Labourer, Plumber, Plasterer, Electrician, Builder etc.REF-203 031