Facility Assistant

Please note that the advertised salary for this position is subject to the pending 2026/2027 national pay award. The final salary will be adjusted accordingly once this has been agreed.

We are looking to recruit a Facility Assistant to join the current facilities team, working across Ceredigion County Council’s Direct Services residential care homes. These posts will provide additional flexible capacity to support the service during periods of sickness, annual leave, training and short‑term operational pressures.

You will help ensure that the homes remain safe, clean and well maintained for residents, staff and visitors. Duties will include routine maintenance, environmental checks, health and safety tasks, fire and equipment checks, and other practical duties to support the day‑to‑day operation of the homes.

• Routine maintenance of facilities and equipment.
• Conduct environmental checks and health & safety tasks.
• Perform fire and equipment checks.
• Support day‑to‑day operation of residential care homes.

• Reliable, flexible and practical with good communication skills.
• Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team.
• Previous experience in a similar practical role.
• Full and valid UK driving licence and access to a vehicle or transport for business travel.
• Enhanced DBS check required.
• Welsh language skills desirable; expected to develop Welsh language levels within two years of appointment.

We reserve the right to extend the Final date to receive applications.

Contact:
Chloe Williams‑Lawless – Chloe.

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We are committed to safeguarding and protecting children and adults  part of this commitment, certain roles within our organisation require a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to assess the suitability of candidates. This role will require an Enhanced DBS check. Please note that the presence of previous convictions will not necessarily disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. We assess each applicant on a case‑by‑case basis, and take into account the nature and relevance of any convictions in relation to the responsibilities of the role.

Our goal is to create an inclusive and supportive work environment where all individuals are treated fairly and with respect. If you have any concerns or questions regarding this process, please feel free to contact us for clarification. Your privacy and dignity are of utmost importance to us throughout the recruitment process.