Priory

Maintenance Assistant - Part Time

Priory  •  £6.55 - £7.47/hr  •  Onsite  •  28 days ago
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Job Description

Maintenance Assistant - Part Time

Application Deadline: 15 May 2026

Department: Site Support Roles

Employment Type: Permanent - Part Time

Location: Beacon House

Compensation: £13,104 - £14,933 / year


Priory Beacon House is looking to recruit a maintenance to join the team. This is a part time role of 20 hours per week.

Beacon House, part of Priory, is a welcoming 18-bed residential service based in Melton Mowbray. It is home to Flourish, our innovative, therapy-led addiction treatment programme, which offers tailored support for a wide range of addictions in a calm, comfortable setting.

What you'll be doing

You’ll be part of a dedicated and compassionate team, all working together to ensure the smooth running of the hospital and to support the wellbeing of our patients. While your role doesn’t involve providing direct care, your contribution is vital in helping to maintain a safe, comfortable, and welcoming environment for everyone. Whether you're assisting with day-to-day operations, keeping things organised, or ensuring our spaces are well looked after, your support plays an important part in creating a positive experience for those who live and work here.

Maintains a well-decorated, safe and comfortable environment throughout the site, in line with quality standards, and follows work processes which comply with statutory regulations.
Ensures that Priory minimum standards are delivered in all site areas in a timely and efficient manner, as part of a team.
Identifies and reports damage, faults and other related issues to the Maintenance Manager (and then actions as agreed) to ensure that environmental conditions continue to meet quality standards and statutory regulations.
Carry out General Maintenance tasks as defined in the Appendix and in the General Property Maintenance Guide.

You can find additional information in the attached job description.

What you'll bring to the role

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.

Basic numeracy and literacy skills are required, along with a strong attention to detail and the ability to prioritise tasks effectively. The role also demands the capability to work with minimal supervision, maintaining productivity and accuracy independently. A strong customer-focused attitude is essential, as is a collaborative team-working ethic. Experience or an understanding of building, plumbing, mechanical, or electrical disciplines is desirable.

What we will give you in return

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.

  • Free on-site parking
  • Birthday Holiday - your birthday as an extra days annual leave
  • Enhanced maternity pay
  • 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.

Priory

About Priory

Priory is the leading independent provider of mental health and adult social care in the UK.

We support 26,000 people a year to move towards a healthier future so they can live their lives as fully and independently as possible.

We treat more than 70 conditions, including depression anxiety, addictions and eating disorders, as well as children’s mental health, across our nationwide network of sites.

We also support autistic adults and adults with a learning disability, Prader-Willi Syndrome and brain injuries, as well as older people, within specialist residential care and supported living facilities.

With over 13,000 colleagues working at Priory, we have a long and prestigious history, and an unrivalled reputation for making a real and lasting difference to the lives of every individual in our care.

Priory is part of MEDIAN Group, a leading pan-European provider of mental health, specialist care and rehabilitation services, focussed on restoring quality of life through effective, evidenced and data-driven care.

Industry
Healthcare & Social Services
Company Size
5,001-10,000 employees
Headquarters
, GB
Year Founded
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