22585
| Posting date: | 27 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £24,242.40 per year, pro rata |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 29 March 2026 |
| Location: | Leicester, Leicestershire |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Barnardo's |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | Gardener/Handyperson |
Summary
Are you a skilled and reliable handyperson with a passion for creating safe, welcoming environments?
We are looking for a Gardener / Handyperson to support our Leicestershire Residential Children's Services on a part-time permanent basis.
At Barnardo's, we pride ourselves on delivering high-quality services that support some of the most vulnerable children and young people in the country. In this role, you will play an important part in ensuring our residential homes are safe, secure, and well-maintained environments where young people can thrive.
Location
Leicestershire – locality working.
This role requires travel between sites. Our homes are located in Hinckley, Coalville, Market Harborough, Syston, Mountsorrel and Leicester. A full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle (with fully comprehensive insurance including business use) is essential.
Hours
16 hours per week.
Flexible working pattern to be agreed.
Key Responsibilities
This list is not exhaustive but will include:
Undertaking minor routine maintenance and repairs
General gardening and upkeep of outdoor spaces
Assembling flat-pack furniture and installing shelves and curtain poles
Window cleaning (excluding excessive heights)
Deep cleaning of carpets and surfaces as required
Clearing minor drain blockages
Moving furniture and equipment, including larger items across sites
Completing health and safety checks and reporting any concerns to the Manager
Ensuring all tools and equipment are clean, properly maintained, stored safely, and used in accordance with safety procedures
Supporting the security of premises and ensuring homes remain safe environments
Essential Requirements
Applicants must clearly evidence in their application:
A full UK driving licence and access to their own vehicle with comprehensive business-use insurance
Experience of general maintenance and minor construction work (professional or demonstrable practical experience)
Knowledge of the safe use and storage of tools, materials, and equipment
Ability to identify matters requiring attention and take appropriate action
Ability to take responsibility for the security of project premises
Strong written and spoken English
The ability to communicate positively and appropriately with young people
Barnardo's is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. This role is subject to an enhanced DBS check and safer recruitment procedures.
For more information about this role, please contact Daniel Antal - daniel.antal@barnardos.org.uk
When completing your application, please refer to your skills, knowledge, and experience in relation to the Person Specification, Job Description, and Additional Information document. This should be done with an understanding of the context of working within a residential children's home environment.
Please note due to the high volume of applications for some posts, this advert might close before the displayed closing date. We recommend that you apply for this role as soon as possible.
We are looking for a Gardener / Handyperson to support our Leicestershire Residential Children's Services on a part-time permanent basis.
At Barnardo's, we pride ourselves on delivering high-quality services that support some of the most vulnerable children and young people in the country. In this role, you will play an important part in ensuring our residential homes are safe, secure, and well-maintained environments where young people can thrive.
Location
Leicestershire – locality working.
This role requires travel between sites. Our homes are located in Hinckley, Coalville, Market Harborough, Syston, Mountsorrel and Leicester. A full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle (with fully comprehensive insurance including business use) is essential.
Hours
16 hours per week.
Flexible working pattern to be agreed.
Key Responsibilities
This list is not exhaustive but will include:
Undertaking minor routine maintenance and repairs
General gardening and upkeep of outdoor spaces
Assembling flat-pack furniture and installing shelves and curtain poles
Window cleaning (excluding excessive heights)
Deep cleaning of carpets and surfaces as required
Clearing minor drain blockages
Moving furniture and equipment, including larger items across sites
Completing health and safety checks and reporting any concerns to the Manager
Ensuring all tools and equipment are clean, properly maintained, stored safely, and used in accordance with safety procedures
Supporting the security of premises and ensuring homes remain safe environments
Essential Requirements
Applicants must clearly evidence in their application:
A full UK driving licence and access to their own vehicle with comprehensive business-use insurance
Experience of general maintenance and minor construction work (professional or demonstrable practical experience)
Knowledge of the safe use and storage of tools, materials, and equipment
Ability to identify matters requiring attention and take appropriate action
Ability to take responsibility for the security of project premises
Strong written and spoken English
The ability to communicate positively and appropriately with young people
Barnardo's is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. This role is subject to an enhanced DBS check and safer recruitment procedures.
For more information about this role, please contact Daniel Antal - daniel.antal@barnardos.org.uk
When completing your application, please refer to your skills, knowledge, and experience in relation to the Person Specification, Job Description, and Additional Information document. This should be done with an understanding of the context of working within a residential children's home environment.
Please note due to the high volume of applications for some posts, this advert might close before the displayed closing date. We recommend that you apply for this role as soon as possible.
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