Head of Maintenance - Care Home
About this role
Head of Maintenance – Care Home
Location: Silverbirch House Care Home (19 Tovey Green, Guildford, GU3 3FF)
Salary: £39,000.00 per annum
Hours: 40.00 hours per week (Full-time, Permanent)
Shift: Days
About the Role
Are you an experienced maintenance professional with leadership skills and a trade background looking for a rewarding, full-time role where your expertise keeps a home running safely and smoothly?
At Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency, we are currently recruiting a Head of Maintenance on behalf of Barchester Healthcare to lead the facilities team at Silverbirch House Care Home in Guildford.
In this broad and responsible position, you will ensure the care home building, equipment, and grounds remain immaculate, safe, and fully operational. Working closely with the General Manager on annual budget planning, you will lead the maintenance team, perform hands-on repairs, and oversee external contractors to maintain first-class surroundings for residents, visitors, and staff.
Key Responsibilities
Facilities Leadership: Lead, train, and supervise the maintenance team while managing daily tasks across the building and grounds.
Building & Grounds Upkeep: Perform a wide range of practical maintenance tasks—from plumbing, carpentry, and electrical fixes to gardening and outdoor maintenance.
Budgeting & Planning: Support the General Manager with annual budget planning, health and safety compliance, and maintenance scheduling.
Contractor Management: Liaise with external specialist contractors, oversee contracted work, and ensure safety standards are maintained.
Resident Sensitivity: Execute all maintenance projects with utmost sensitivity to the comfort, safety, and routines of residents.
Requirements & Qualifications
Experience: Solid hands-on property maintenance experience with at least one trade skill.
Qualifications: Full UK Driving Licence, GCSEs in Maths and English (or equivalent), and proficient IT skills.
Leadership Capabilities: Proven ability to work independently, lead a team, manage budgets, and coordinate external services.
Personal Qualities: Patient, reliable, and compassionate, with a sensitive approach to working around elderly residents.
Rewards & Benefits
Competitive Salary: £39,000.00 per annum on a full-time 40-hour permanent contract.
Free Training & Progression: Access no-cost health and safety certifications, trade development, and leadership training.
Perks & Savings: Generous retail, supermarket, travel, and leisure discounts.
Recognition: Opportunities for 'Employee of the Month' and 'Long Service Awards'.
Wellbeing & Referrals: Access to personal wellbeing support tools and an unlimited 'Refer a Friend' bonus scheme.