Maintenance Assistant

Priory Hospital Preston has an opportunity for a Maintenance Assistant to join our team.

Based in Bartle, near Preston, Priory Hospital Preston is a 50-bedded mental health hospital, offering an extensive range of services, delivered across four wards. We can support adult males and females with acute mental health needs and eating disorders, and specialise in the management and treatment of these conditions.

Key Responsibilities

You'll be part of a dedicated and compassionate team, all working together to ensure the smooth running of the hospital and to support the wellbeing of our patients. While your role doesn't involve providing direct care, your contribution is vital in helping to maintain a safe, comfortable, and welcoming environment for everyone. Whether you're assisting with day-to-day operations, keeping things organised, or ensuring our spaces are well looked after, your support plays an important part in creating a positive experience for those who live and work here.

• Maintain a safe, clean, comfortable and well-presented environment throughout the site, in line with Priory standards.
• Carry out general maintenance tasks, repairs and routine checks, reporting any faults or damage to the Maintenance Manager.
• Complete compliance checks, including fire alarm testing, bed inspections and vehicle checks, as instructed.
• Undertake regular internal and external security patrols, ensuring the safety and security of the building, grounds and occupants.
• Follow health and safety procedures, ensuring all maintenance work is carried out safely and within your level of training and competence.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

Essential for the role

• Basic literacy and numeracy skills.
• Good attention to detail and the ability to prioritise tasks.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• A strong customer-focused approach and good teamwork skills.
• Understanding of health and safety procedures and the ability to work safely.

The following experience would be beneficial

• Previous experience in a maintenance or facilities role.
• Experience or understanding of building maintenance, plumbing, mechanical or electrical work.
• Experience carrying out general repairs, maintenance checks and inspections.
• Knowledge of health and safety requirements and compliance procedures.

Benefits

We want you to succeed at Priory and thrive in your role. You will be well supported with regular career conversations. We also offer full training and numerous pathways into leadership and qualified clinical positions to help you shape your career with us.

• Birthday Holiday - your birthday as an extra days annual leave
• Enhanced maternity pay
• Contributory pension scheme
• Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes including gym membership, IT technology (laptops / tablets / smartphones) and Healthcare Cash Plan (Simply Health Scheme)
• Access to development opportunities
• Sponsorship of professional qualifications through our Individual Professional Development (IPD) panel
• Leadership & management development
• Long service award
• Refer a friend bonuses