Craftsperson Electrical

Job Summary

An opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic, conscientious and dedicated Electrician to join an Estates Maintenance Team responsible for the installation, maintenance and repair of electrical equipment at property’s owned and maintained by Cheshire & Wirral Partnership NHS Trust. The role requires the post holder to act as a Competent Person (CP) as defined within Health Technical Memorandum 06-02. As part of the role, the post holder must be flexible and work as part of a diverse maintenance team while possessing a wide-ranging knowledge of electrical systems (including LV distribution, technical drawings, problem solving, testing and inspection etc).

The role also requires participation in the on‑call rota. Shortlisting for this vacancy will be completed by 07/01/2026, with proposed interview dates on 15/01/2026 and 16/01/2026.

All applicants must have access to transport for work purposes as travel is essential around the various properties the Trust is responsible for. They must also exercise initiative to problem‑solve issues presented safely, ensuring areas continue to operate and provide assurance to stakeholders. Successful applicants must be trained to City & Guilds Level 3 Advanced Technical Craft Certificate or equivalent qualification (e.g. NVQ 3, BTEC National Certificate/Diploma or ONC/OND), and must have completed a recognised Electrical apprenticeship demonstrating a high level of competence.

The salary for this role is at Agenda for Change Band 4. The RRP payment is an additional £6,040.95 per annum. On‑call payment is £21.92 per occasion with a minimum 1.5 hours payment per call‑out. All other associated on‑call time is paid at time‑and‑a‑half, including travel time. Enhanced bank holiday pay is provided for on‑call and time taken in lieu.

Cheshire and Wirral Partnership (CWP) provides health and care services for a population of over one million people, including mental health, learning disability, community physical health, and all‑age disability care, as well as operating three GP surgeries. We employ around 4,500 staff across 73 sites and serve locations in Wirral, Cheshire, Trafford, Warrington, Bolton, Halton, and Liverpool, and provide specialist services for the North West as a whole.

Our aim is to improve the lives of everyone in our communities with a compassionate, person‑centred approach. CWP is rated Outstanding for Caring by the Care Quality Commission, with a Good overall rating. We are a Disability Confident Employer, Rainbow Badge Scheme member, Veteran Aware organisation, and hold the Armed Forces Covenant Employer Recognition Scheme Gold Award. CWP is committed to inclusive recruitment practices and welcomes applications from all who have experience of accessing our services.

CWP offers up to three weeks’ induction and a Prepare to Care programme for all new starters, helping you hit the ground running. Whether you are just starting out in your career or looking to use existing skills in a new role, CWP has opportunities suited to you.

• Date posted: 11 December 2025

• Pay scheme:
Agenda for Change

• Band:
Band 4

• Salary: £26,530 to £29,114 per annum + RRP £6,040.95 per annum + On‑call payment

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Contract:

Permanent

• Working pattern:
Full‑time

• Reference number: 373-CSS
1179-C RR

• Job locations:
Bowmere Hospital, Liverpool Road, Chester, CH2 1BQ

Please download a copy of the job description (see documents to download section below) for full details of the main responsibilities for this role.

At CWP, our recruitment selection processes are based on both competence (see person specification for details) and values. Candidates are assessed on how they demonstrate the Trust’s Values in everyday life, using a values‑based interview approach that explores what, how, and why you do it.

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