Maintenance Operative

Sanctuary Group; Oxford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care organization in Oxford is looking for a Maintenance Operative to join their team. This full-time role involves performing health and safety checks, completing minor repairs, and maintaining high standards in the care home environment. The ideal candidate should have experience in basic plumbing, effective communication skills, and a valid driving license. Excellent benefits, including annual leave, occupational sick pay, and opportunities for development are offered.

Benefits

25 days’ annual leave (pro rata, plus bank holidays)

Occupational sick pay

Contributory pension

Health and wellbeing support

Life insurance

Company-funded training

Flexible working options

Free staff meals

Exclusive retail discounts

Qualifications

• Experience in minor repairs and basic plumbing.
• Understanding of health and safety protocols.
• Valid driving license and access to transport.

Responsibilities

• Carry out regular health and safety checks.
• Complete minor repairs and maintain the home.
• Coordinate contractor visits for maintenance work.
• Provide cover at other homes when needed.

Skills

Minor repairs

Basic plumbing

Communication

Health and safety knowledge

Confidence using iPad or laptop

Job description

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Department: Health and Social Care (Maintenance, Driving and S

Operation: Sanctuary Care

Closing Date:

Salary: £13.80 per hour

Requisition: 227198

Proud to be not-for-profit, at Sanctuary Care we provide high quality care homes where people are looked after with the utmost dignity and respect. At the very heart of everything we do is our mission to go beyond the standard expectation of providing great care, by doing everything we can to enrich the lives of the residents we are privileged to care for, their loved ones and as importantly, our dedicated and valued staff.

Maintenance Operative

Iffley Residential and Nursing Home, Anne Greenwood Close, Iffley, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX4 4DN

£13.80 per hour

Full time hours

Discover your sense of belonging

We believe care is more than a job – it’s a calling, and we’d love you to be part of it. We’re excited to welcome a Maintenance Operative to our friendly team at Iffley Care Home in Bordon.

We're proudly Investors in People Gold accredited and not-for-profit, which means every penny we make goes straight back into our people and our homes. Whether you’ve already found your calling or you’re still discovering it, we’ll support you every step of the way. From your first day to your dream role, we’ll help you get there.

When you join Sanctuary Care, you’re joining an award-winning team where colleagues and residents truly matter. We’re proud winners of the 2025 Nursing Times Award for Care of Older People and the 2025 Care Home Awards Best for Training and Development, and Outstanding Larger Care Home Group.

Your role

• Access practical training to build confidence in key tasks – including plumbing essentials and repair best practices
• Benefit from development opportunities shaped by Maintenance Operative feedback
• Carry out regular health and safety checks to keep everyone safe
• Complete minor repairs and maintain the home and garden to a high standard
• Communicate clearly with residents, families, colleagues and contractors
• Coordinate contractor visits and ensure work meets quality standards
• Provide cover at other homes when needed
• Practical experience in minor repairs, basic plumbing and DIY
• Understanding of health and safety protocols (Legionella awareness desirable)
• Ability to work well with others and communicate effectively
• Valid driving licence and access to transport
• Confidence using an iPad or laptop for compliance tasks

Your rewards

You deserve more than the basics. That’s why, alongside 25 days’ annual leave (pro rata, plus bank holidays), occupational sick pay linked to length of service, and a contributory pension, we’ve created a package to help you thrive:

• CQC/CI inspection bonus
• Health and wellbeing support – including Aviva Digicare+ with virtual GP appointments, plus an Employee Assistance Programme offering medical, financial, and legal advice, as well as short-term counselling
• Company-paid life insurance
• Parental leave arrangements and paid volunteering days
• Company-funded training and ongoing career development opportunities, including our Team Leader Development Programme
• Flexible working options
• Free staff meals on long shifts
• Exclusive retail discounts , Cycle to Work, and brand-new salary sacrifice electric car schemes

Some rewards are subject to a qualifying period or other criteria – visit our website for more information.

94% of our colleagues told us they would recommend Sanctuary Care to family and friends as a great place to work. This speaks to more than just our testament to creating a supportive culture where everyone can thrive; it’s our promise to support you with the tools, training, and encouragement to reach your full potential, while celebrating your individuality and the difference you make every day.

Ready to start an inspiring career journey with us?

Apply today and join us in leading the way in care.

Curious about what it’s like to work with us? Discover our values, culture, and real stories from our teams at www.sanctuary-care.co.uk/jobs or follow us on socials.

Before you apply

We’re currently only accepting applications from those with the right to work in the UK.

If you’re applying internally, please use your internal careers account to submit your application.

We may receive a high volume of applications and reserve the right to close this advert early – so don’t miss out, apply as soon as you can.

Inclusion is one of our core values. We’re committed to being a diverse and inclusive organisation where everyone can thrive. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and will make reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process in line with our Disability Confident employer status.

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Building Equality and Diversity

Sanctuary Group encourages and welcomes applications from people from diverse backgrounds to support our commitment to offering an inclusive environment for our employees and customers.
We work closely with the Home Office in order to prevent illegal working.
Anenhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check will be necessary in the event of a successful application which we will pay for.
Sanctuary Care Limited is a subsidiary of Sanctuary Housing Association, an exempt charity.

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