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Mainteance Assistant

Job details
Posting date: 31 March 2026
Salary: £13.15 per hour
Additional salary information: Competitive
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 29 April 2026
Location: Mexborough, S64 9EX
Company: Cygnet
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: JR1749

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Summary

Helping others improve and turn their lives around – there’s no better feeling. It’s what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it.

We are looking for a skilled Maintenance Assistant with a passion for making a difference to others.

You’ll be working full time 40 hours a week (Monday to Friday 08:00am - 16:00pm) at Cygnet Aspen House, helping provide a safe and healthy environment for the people in our care.

Cygnet Aspen House is a 20 bed service specialising in high support inpatient rehabilitation (level 2) for women who have severe and enduring mental illness.

The service provides a safe and comfortable environment that promotes recovery for women with its focus on space, personal privacy and dignity.

Your Day-to-Day...

  • Provide a comprehensive maintenance & repair service

  • Carry out a range of tasks including basic joinery, plumbing, painting & general building work

  • Maintain plant, services & vehicles in working order

  • Comply with safe working practices & report faulty equipment & potential hazards

  • Travel to other sites & on occasions be on call to carry out emergency repairs outside of normal working hours

  • Check the fire alarm points weekly, including fire exits, door retaining devices & fire emergency lights

You are...

  • Experienced in all types of painting and decorating in both indoor and outdoor environments

  • Willing to travel & hold a full valid driving licence

  • Able to communicate at all levels & record detailed, accurate maintenance information

  • Skilled at DIY & general maintenance

  • Preferably Level 2 Diploma qualified in Painting & Decorating/Maintenance

  • Friendly, conscientious & an excellent team member with a positive attitude


Why Cygnet? We’ll offer you…
• £13.15 Per Hour

• Strong career progression opportunities
• Expert supervision & support
• Employee referral scheme
• Pension scheme
• Cycle to work scheme & employee discount saving

Please note: successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

What next?

If you care about making a difference – we want to talk to you.

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