Handy Person

Job Title: Hany Person

Contract Type: Permanent

Salary: Band C SCP 5-8 (£26,427 - £27,709)

Location: 28 Harvest Rd, Rowley Regis B65 8EJ

Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council and South West Birmingham NHS Trust work in partnership to deliver high-quality short-term reablement services within Harvest View, a modern Integrated Social Care and Health Centre in Rowley Regis.

Opened in 2022, our purpose-built 80-bed reablement centre supports residents to regain their independence, confidence and daily living skills following illness, injury or hospital admission, helping them return home safely and successfully.

We are looking for a reliable and proactive Handyperson to join our team and help maintain a safe, secure and welcoming environment for residents, visitors and staff.

About the Role

As a Handyperson, you will play an important role in ensuring the centre remains safe, functional and well-maintained. You will undertake a range of practical maintenance and caretaking duties, supporting the smooth operation of the service.

Key responsibilities include:

• Carrying out minor repairs and decoration work
• Undertaking general maintenance and handyperson duties within the centre and community settings where required
• Identifying and reporting building defects, breakages and major repair issues
• Supporting the basic maintenance and operation of heating, air conditioning and water systems
• Maintaining equipment and supply stores
• Assisting with site security and ensuring the building remains safe and secure
• Undertaking driving duties when required
• Supporting the overall upkeep and presentation of the premises

About You

We are looking for someone who:

• Has practical maintenance, caretaking or handyperson experience
• Able to identify and resolve minor maintenance issues safely and effectively
• Takes pride in maintaining high standards
• Is organised, reliable and able to work independently
• Demonstrates a flexible and proactive approach to work
• Has good communication skills and can work effectively with colleagues, residents and visitors
• Is willing to undertake training relevant to the role and service

Essential Requirements:

• Full UK driving licence
• Experience of carrying out basic maintenance, repair or caretaking duties
• Ability to work independently and prioritise workloads effectively
• Commitment to health and safety practices
• Willingness to undertake role-specific training
• Working Hours
• We have an 18.5 hour per week contract available.

You will be required to work mainly morning shifts (7am till 3pm) but there may be times when you would be required to cover other shifts. This will also include working weekends and bank holidays on a rota pattern.

Why Sandwell Council?

At Sandwell Council, our work has a real impact. We are proud to be a values-led organisation that supports its employees with excellent benefits, a competitive remuneration package, and a strong focus on development. By joining us, you’ll play a key role in delivering services that make a real and lasting difference to thousands of people across the borough.

To find out more, please visit our careers page: We Are Sandwell – We Are Sandwell

Please submit a CV and supporting statement to Sheona Grey at Sheona_Grey@sandwell.gov.uk

Click here to find out more about our One Team Framework: Values and Behaviours

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should a high number of applications be received. Applicants are therefore strongly encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

If you are an internal candidate and currently at risk, please let the recruiting manager know.

We place equality, diversity and inclusion at the core of who we are and how we lead, where every voice matters. At Sandwell, we recognise and value the richness that comes from diverse lived experiences, perspectives, backgrounds and identities. This diversity makes us a stronger and more effective council.

We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to building a workplace where everyone feels they belong, are treated fairly, and have the opportunity to thrive. Creating an environment where colleagues feel respected, supported and able to contribute fully is central to our culture and the way we work. We are committed to ensuring that all applicants and employees have equitable access to opportunities. Reasonable adjustments are available throughout the recruitment process and within the workplace so that everyone has the support they need to perform at their best and succeed in their role.

If you have any questions relating to equality, diversity, and inclusion, you can contact the EDI Team at EDI_Team@sandwell.gov.uk.

If you wish to apply as Care Leaver or a Disability Confident candidate, please make sure to state this when submitting your CV.

If you have a disability and require assistance in submitting your CV, please contact Michaela Fanthom (Michaela_fanthom@sandwell.gov.uk)