Handyperson
| Posting date: | 13 March 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £25,185 per year, pro rata |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 29 March 2026 |
| Location: | Halesworth, Suffolk, IP19 9HS |
| Company: | Suffolk County Council |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 22536 |
Summary
- Suffolk County Council
- Address: Halesworth Children’s Home - Onsite
- Salary: £25,185 per annum pro rata
- Hours: 14 per week, flexible working options available
- Contract: Permanent
At Suffolk County Council, collaboration is at the heart of what we do. As a Handyperson in Halesworth Children’s Home, you’ll work with colleagues, partners, and communities to build trust, share ideas, and deliver services that make a lasting impact.
Reimagine the possibilities.
Your role and responsibilities
Suffolk County Council are seeking a passionate and motivated individual for the role of Handyperson to assist in providing a safe, warm and comfortable environment for our children. You will be responsible for the weekly maintenance, decorating, carpentry, statutory Health and Safety checks.
Halesworth Children’s Home is mixed gendered, for up to 6 children aged 11 - 17 years old. The overall aim of the home is to provide a safe, stable, nurturing and homely environment for each child, where issues and concerns affecting their past, present and their future can be positively addressed and supported.
Ideally you will be:
- self-driven, flexible, and emotionally resilient
- able to offer practical solutions to the needs of the home
- familiar and comply with COSHH regulations
- experienced in the provision of decorating, carpentry, basic cleaning, PAT inspections within a social care setting
- experienced in carrying out fire alarm and statutory checks including emergency lighting and water temperature within a social care setting
- able to communicate and interact well with young people
- able to empathise and understand the needs of ‘Children in Care’.
You can view a full list of requirements in the Job and Person Profile (word). If you believe you can succeed in this role, apply. Even if you don't meet all requirements, still apply. We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application.
Empowering Everyone
We’re big believers in potential, possibility and the power of different ideas. We’re always searching for ways to encourage, respect and enable everyone to be the best they can be. We want to represent the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all individuals, especially those from groups that are currently underrepresented in the organisation, as shown in our Workforce Equality Report.
For more information
For a casual conversation please call Michelle Ashman, Manager on 07717 816390 or Deputy Manager Kayleigh O’Neill on 07547 981678.
How to apply
Step 1 - read the advert and the Job and Person Profile (word).
Step 2 - complete the Supporting Statement template by answering the following questions below (no more than 400 words per question):
Step 2 - Click ‘Apply Now’ to start your online application.
Step 3 - Upload a supporting statement answering the following questions below (no more than 400 words per question). You should use the Supporting Statement template (Word).
1. Tell me about a situation where you identified a health and safety risk in a workplace. How did you assess the risk, what action did you take, and how did you ensure compliance with COSHH regulations?
2. Tell me about a situation where you had to work closely with care staff or other professionals whilst carrying out maintenance work. How did you ensure your work didn't disrupt their activities and what did you do to support the team?
Step 4 - Upload a CV (without name and personal details).
Please note: Without a supporting statement and CV, your interest will not be progressed. Any supporting documents must be in either PDF or MS Word format.
For guidance on completing your application, please see our How to Apply page.
We value authentic applications that showcase your genuine skills and experiences, so we encourage you to present your own work and ideas throughout the process. You can also read our Using AI in Your Application and Interview guidance to understand acceptable and unacceptable use of AI. If AI is used inappropriately, your application may not be progressed.
Do you need any reasonable adjustments to help you to apply? If you are disabled and/or have additional support needs, you can request reasonable adjustments. You can do this by contacting our Recruitment Team at recruitment@suffolk.gov.uk or 03456 014412. You can find examples of possible adjustments on our Reasonable Adjustment pages. If you're invited to the next stage, you’ll have another chance to request adjustments.
Closing date: 11.30pm, 29 March 2026
Interview date: 8/9 April 2026
You will also be required to attend a Warner Interview for this position as part of the recruitment process.
This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts. #LI-Onsite
As a modern and effective council, we offer a wide variety of careers to suit people with a range of skills, abilities and ambitions. We offer working options that flex to reflect the way people work today and take the time to understand and support your individual needs. We’re driven to make a positive difference to the world around us and encourage everyone with drive and focus to join us and build an influential and impactful career. Reimagine the possibilities.
In return, you’ll enjoy:
up to 29 days annual leave entitlement (pro rata), plus UK bank holidays and two paid volunteering days
membership of a competitive Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
travel, lifestyle, health and wellbeing benefits
performance-related annual pay progression, in addition to an annual cost-of-living pay increase
training and encouragement to expand your knowledge
a variety of career development opportunities across our organisation
diverse and active staff networks
flexible working options, with the right to request flexible working from your first day
Plus lots more!
If you want to know more about our benefits, values and equality commitments please visit our Suffolk County Council careers website (careers.Suffolk.gov.uk).
- Address: Halesworth Children’s Home - Onsite
- Salary: £25,185 per annum pro rata
- Hours: 14 per week, flexible working options available
- Contract: Permanent
At Suffolk County Council, collaboration is at the heart of what we do. As a Handyperson in Halesworth Children’s Home, you’ll work with colleagues, partners, and communities to build trust, share ideas, and deliver services that make a lasting impact.
Reimagine the possibilities.
Your role and responsibilities
Suffolk County Council are seeking a passionate and motivated individual for the role of Handyperson to assist in providing a safe, warm and comfortable environment for our children. You will be responsible for the weekly maintenance, decorating, carpentry, statutory Health and Safety checks.
Halesworth Children’s Home is mixed gendered, for up to 6 children aged 11 - 17 years old. The overall aim of the home is to provide a safe, stable, nurturing and homely environment for each child, where issues and concerns affecting their past, present and their future can be positively addressed and supported.
Ideally you will be:
- self-driven, flexible, and emotionally resilient
- able to offer practical solutions to the needs of the home
- familiar and comply with COSHH regulations
- experienced in the provision of decorating, carpentry, basic cleaning, PAT inspections within a social care setting
- experienced in carrying out fire alarm and statutory checks including emergency lighting and water temperature within a social care setting
- able to communicate and interact well with young people
- able to empathise and understand the needs of ‘Children in Care’.
You can view a full list of requirements in the Job and Person Profile (word). If you believe you can succeed in this role, apply. Even if you don't meet all requirements, still apply. We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application.
Empowering Everyone
We’re big believers in potential, possibility and the power of different ideas. We’re always searching for ways to encourage, respect and enable everyone to be the best they can be. We want to represent the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all individuals, especially those from groups that are currently underrepresented in the organisation, as shown in our Workforce Equality Report.
For more information
For a casual conversation please call Michelle Ashman, Manager on 07717 816390 or Deputy Manager Kayleigh O’Neill on 07547 981678.
How to apply
Step 1 - read the advert and the Job and Person Profile (word).
Step 2 - complete the Supporting Statement template by answering the following questions below (no more than 400 words per question):
Step 2 - Click ‘Apply Now’ to start your online application.
Step 3 - Upload a supporting statement answering the following questions below (no more than 400 words per question). You should use the Supporting Statement template (Word).
1. Tell me about a situation where you identified a health and safety risk in a workplace. How did you assess the risk, what action did you take, and how did you ensure compliance with COSHH regulations?
2. Tell me about a situation where you had to work closely with care staff or other professionals whilst carrying out maintenance work. How did you ensure your work didn't disrupt their activities and what did you do to support the team?
Step 4 - Upload a CV (without name and personal details).
Please note: Without a supporting statement and CV, your interest will not be progressed. Any supporting documents must be in either PDF or MS Word format.
For guidance on completing your application, please see our How to Apply page.
We value authentic applications that showcase your genuine skills and experiences, so we encourage you to present your own work and ideas throughout the process. You can also read our Using AI in Your Application and Interview guidance to understand acceptable and unacceptable use of AI. If AI is used inappropriately, your application may not be progressed.
Do you need any reasonable adjustments to help you to apply? If you are disabled and/or have additional support needs, you can request reasonable adjustments. You can do this by contacting our Recruitment Team at recruitment@suffolk.gov.uk or 03456 014412. You can find examples of possible adjustments on our Reasonable Adjustment pages. If you're invited to the next stage, you’ll have another chance to request adjustments.
Closing date: 11.30pm, 29 March 2026
Interview date: 8/9 April 2026
You will also be required to attend a Warner Interview for this position as part of the recruitment process.
This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts. #LI-Onsite
As a modern and effective council, we offer a wide variety of careers to suit people with a range of skills, abilities and ambitions. We offer working options that flex to reflect the way people work today and take the time to understand and support your individual needs. We’re driven to make a positive difference to the world around us and encourage everyone with drive and focus to join us and build an influential and impactful career. Reimagine the possibilities.
In return, you’ll enjoy:
up to 29 days annual leave entitlement (pro rata), plus UK bank holidays and two paid volunteering days
membership of a competitive Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
travel, lifestyle, health and wellbeing benefits
performance-related annual pay progression, in addition to an annual cost-of-living pay increase
training and encouragement to expand your knowledge
a variety of career development opportunities across our organisation
diverse and active staff networks
flexible working options, with the right to request flexible working from your first day
Plus lots more!
If you want to know more about our benefits, values and equality commitments please visit our Suffolk County Council careers website (careers.Suffolk.gov.uk).
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