Maintenance Assistant

Maintenance Assistant

Department: Site Support Roles

Employment Type: Permanent - Part Time

Location: Lily Close

Compensation: £12.60 / hour

Priory Lily Close is looking to recruit a Maintenance Assistant to join the team. This is a part time 20 hours role.

Lily Close is located in Rainham, Essex. It offers residential support for nine males and females with a primary learning disability diagnosis. We are located within a gated community, off a main road.

Our team are dedicated to improving the health and wellbeing of the people we support, providing them with the skills needed for them to live a healthier and happier life back in the community.

We can also support autistic people and those who have:

• Difficulties with communication
• Mild to moderate behaviours that challenge
• Physical disabilities
• Epilepsy

You will be joining a dedicated and compassionate team, all working collaboratively to ensure the service runs smoothly and that our residents feel safe, comfortable, and supported. While this role does not involve providing direct care, it is essential to the overall wellbeing of our residents. By supporting day-to-day operations, keeping the environment organised, and ensuring our facilities are well maintained, you will help create a welcoming and positive space for everyone who lives and works here.

The successful applicant must hold a full driving licence, as driving is a requirement of this role.

• Maintain a safe, well-presented, and comfortable environment across the site, in line with quality standards and statutory regulations.
• Deliver Priory minimum standards in all site areas efficiently and in a timely manner, working collaboratively as part of the wider team.
• Identify, report, and assist in resolving damage, faults, or maintenance issues in consultation with the Maintenance Manager to ensure ongoing compliance with quality and regulatory standards.
• Carry out general maintenance tasks in accordance with the General Property Maintenance Guide and responsibilities outlined in the role appendix.

Further details about the role can be found in the attached job description.

Our work is rewarding but can be challenging, so resilience is key. No two days are the same! Your natural empathy will help you support others through both the highs and lows.

The ideal candidate will have basic numeracy and literacy skills, be detail-oriented, and able to prioritise tasks effectively. They should demonstrate the ability to work with minimal supervision, possess a strong customer-focused attitude, and show a commitment to teamwork. Experience and understanding in a building, plumbing, mechanical, or electrical discipline is desirable.

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.

• 28 days annual leave
• 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

Shortlisting may begin upon receipt of applications, and the Recruiting Manager may close the vacancy early if enough suitable candidates are identified. In such cases, adverts should be closed immediately, and remaining applicants informed of the reason.