Grounds and Maintenance Worker

The job requirements are detailed below. Where applicable the skills, qualifications and memberships required for this job have also been included.

Salary £26,427 per annum

Contractual hours 37

Basis Full time

Job category/type Social Care – Adults/Children

Date posted 15/10/2026

Job reference 19220

37 hours per week

Make a Difference Behind the Scenes at Bryn y Cae

Do you take pride in keeping buildings safe, well maintained and welcoming? Are you someone who enjoys practical work, solving problems and creating environments where people can thrive?

If so, we would love to hear from you.

At Bryn y Cae Residential Home, you'll play a vital role in supporting older people by ensuring their home remains safe, secure, attractive and fit for purpose. This is much more than a maintenance role. Every repair completed, garden maintained and safety check carried out contributes directly to the wellbeing of the people who live here.

• Carrying out general maintenance, repairs, painting, decorating and DIY tasks.
• Maintaining gardens, pathways and outdoor spaces to a high standard.
• Completing essential health and safety checks, including fire safety and water temperature monitoring.
• Helping to maintain a clean, safe and secure environment across the premises.
• Supporting contractors working on site and acting as a key holder.
• Managing maintenance supplies, deliveries and operational support tasks.

• Has experience in caretaking, maintenance, repairs or general DIY work.
• Can work independently and use their initiative to solve practical problems.
• Understands health and safety responsibilities and takes pride in maintaining high standards.
• Has excellent communication skills and a person-centred approach.
• Is reliable, organised and committed to making a positive difference every day.

• Generous annual leave entitlement
• Comprehensive training and career development opportunities
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
• Staff reward and discount schemes
• Car Benefit Scheme and Cycle to Work Scheme

The successful candidate will be based at Bryn y Cae Residential Home, although occasional support may be required at other Provider Services locations to meet service needs.

Weekend and Bank Holiday working may be required, with shifts arranged according to the needs of the service.

If you're practical, proactive and want a role where your work genuinely matters.

The ability to greet customers through the medium of Welsh is a requirement for this post.

Protecting children, young people or adults at risk is a core responsibility of all council employees.

An Enhanced with Adults Barred list criminal records check by the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) is a requirement for this post.

A valid driving licence is requirement for this post.