Department: Site Support Roles
Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time
Location: Newcombe Lodge
Compensation: £26,300 / year
Salary is £26,300 per annum
Full Time/37.5 Hours
Priory Newcombe Lodge has an opportunity for a Maintenance Technician to join our team.
Priory Newcombe Lodge, Bussage, Gloucestershire is a 7-bedded transitional recovery service for females aged 13–18. It is accessible by public transport, with a bus stop approximately 1 minute from the service providing links into Stroud, with Stroud railway station and local bus station nearby. The M5 and M4 motorways are also within easy reach, providing wider regional access.
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.
You will be required to work across 3 sites: Althea Park House in Stroud - a 10 bed care home for residents with eating disorders (16+) Newcombe Lodge in Bussage - a 7 bed children's home (13-18 years old) The Lighthouse in Stroud - a 5 bed children's home (13-18 years old)
You will have access to a van during working hours, thus holding a valid driving licence (manual) is necessary. You will also be provided with a laptop and mobile phone in order that you are contactable by the homes, can liaise with external contractors and can manage invoices relating to the maintenance of the homes.
You will report into each individual home manager, and you will be responsible for ensuring the Common Maintenance Standards are maintained, as defined in the General Property Maintenance Guide.
You will contribute to the delivery of effective, efficient and economical day-to-day maintenance, new and alteration works to ensure the safety of colleagues, residents and visitors and that they experience a pleasant and cared for environment.
You will be required to work Monday to Friday between the hours of 9am and 5pm though this can be flexible upon request.
You can find additional information in the attached job description.
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.
Shortlisting may begin upon receipt of applications, and the Recruiting Manager may close the vacancy early if enough suitable candidates are identified.
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.
