Handyperson/Gardener

Join Our Team at Bethesda Care Home & Hospice

Bethesda Care Home & Hospice is seeking a reliable, practical, and caring Handyperson/Gardener to help maintain our buildings and beautiful outdoor spaces. This is an important role in creating a safe, welcoming, and comfortable environment for our residents, patients, visitors, and staff.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out general maintenance and repair work throughout the care home and hospice.
• Perform routine safety checks and report any maintenance issues.
• Maintain the gardens, lawns, flower beds, hedges, and outdoor areas to a high standard.
• Ensure pathways, entrances, and outdoor spaces are clean, tidy, and safe.
• Undertake painting, decorating, basic plumbing, carpentry, and minor electrical maintenance (where competent).
• Assist with setting up rooms and moving furniture and equipment as required.
• Liaise with external contractors and oversee their work when necessary.
• Maintain maintenance records and ensure work is completed in line with health and safety requirements.
• Support emergency maintenance needs as they arise.
• Contribute to creating a pleasant, dignified environment for everyone using our services.

About You

We are looking for someone who:

• Has previous experience in general building maintenance, property care, gardening, or a similar role.
• Is practical, organised, and able to work independently.
• Has a good understanding of health and safety practices.
• Takes pride in maintaining high standards.
• Is friendly, approachable, and respectful when working around residents, patients, families, and colleagues.
• Can prioritise tasks and respond flexibly to changing needs.
• Holds a full clean driving licence

What We Offer

• A supportive and friendly working environment.
• The opportunity to make a meaningful difference every day.
• Competitive salary.
• Training and development opportunities.
• Workplace pension.
• Generous annual leave entitlement.
• PPE provided (where applicable).

If you are a dependable individual with excellent practical skills and a commitment to maintaining a safe and welcoming environment, we would love to hear from you.

Please email office@bethesdahospice.co.uk and request an application form either emailed or posted to you. Or phone 01851 706222.

Closing Date Friday 24 July 2026

Bethesda Care Home & Hospice is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults. The successful applicant will be required to complete a PVG check and provide satisfactory references.