Adaptations Technician
Millbrook Healthcare Group Ltd
2021-12-03 07:39:35
salary: 25334.00 British Pound . GBP Annual
London, Greater London, United Kingdom
Job type: fulltime
Job industry: Trades & Services
Job description
We are currently looking for an Adaptations Technician to join our team at the Barnet Community Equipment Service Centre based in Park Royal where you will carry out the installation of specialist healthcare equipment and make necessary adaptations to our service users' homes in accordance with the contract.
Our job as a healthcare equipment provider is to supply the necessary aids for day-to-day life. We have found that even the simplest of equipment, such as a walker or minor adaptation to the home can make a significant impact in giving people the confidence to live independently. We improve lives every day through the delivery of high-quality equipment.
On a day to day basis you will install various types of grab rails including mopstick stair rails and other equipment requiring fixing to walls. You will also be responsible for forming concrete steps and ramps, as well as galvanised metal handrails. You will be involved in the fixed installation of various other community equipment items within our service users' homes and other associated locations such as care homes, hospitals and schools.
About you:
Experience within a relatable environment and position
Confident in use of hand tools and ability to complete the task
Excellent communication skills and empathetic approach
Good attention to detail with a level of speed and efficiency
General experience in carpentry or minor adaptation works will be of benefit
Knowledge of building regulations and safe systems of work would be advantageous
Full UK driving licence is essential (3 years)
You may be required to participate in an on-call rota
Millbrook Healthcare Group are an inclusive and caring employer who understand that not everyone's job needs are the same. Therefore we are open to supporting flexible working requests such as part time working, job shares and flexible hours wherever possible, to support our colleagues life style differences. So please feel free to let us know of any specific requirements you may have and these can then be discussed in more detail if you are successful in your application.
What can we offer you?
£25,334 per annum
Monday to Friday, 9am-6pm
Up to 33 days holiday (including bank holidays) plus an optional 5 days leave unpaid
Company Pension Scheme
Life Assurance
A rewards scheme - 200+ exclusive perks and discounts from leading retailers and leisure outlets
This position may require you to enter CQC regulated Care Homes. As such, and in line with Government legislation introduced on November 11th 2021, you will be required to provide proof of full vaccination or medical exemption status as a condition of employment.
Our ambition at Millbrook Healthcare is to become the leading provider in the assisted living sector whilst ensuring our core company values 'CARES' remain unchanged. We are always looking to recruit hard working and talented individuals to become a part of our ongoing growth and success. You'll enjoy all the support and encouragement you need to reach your own potential and develop a rewarding career along the way.
Care and respect for our colleagues and service users
Accountable and proud
Ready to learn and grow
Enhance our service users' lives
Socially responsible, ethical and transparent
This role may be subject to working in a regulated activity and may be subject to a DBS disclosure.
No terminology in the advert you have seen is intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we will gladly accept applications from all sections of the community.