Handyperson
| Posting date: | 29 April 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £25,185 per year, pro rata |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 12 May 2026 |
| Location: | Beccles, NR34 9NR |
| Company: | Suffolk County Council |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 23012 |
Summary
- Suffolk County Council
- Address: Beccles Children’s Home - Onsite working
- Salary: £25,185 per annum pro rata
- Hours: 14 hours per week, flexible working options available
- Contract: Permanent
We’re passionate about improving the future for our customers, our communities and the environment. If you are too, join us as a Handyperson and make a huge and meaningful impact. Your innovation and drive will help us to continue improving and evolving. Our opportunities and support will enable you to make a difference and leave a positive, lasting legacy.
Reimagine the possibilities.
Your role and responsibilities
Suffolk County Council are seeking a passionate and enthusiastic individual for the role of Handyperson to assist in providing a safe, warm and comfortable environment for our children.
Beccles Children’s Home is a mixed gendered home for up to 4 children aged 9 - 17 years old who may experience some social, emotional, and mental health difficulties and who may have suffered from severe trauma. We provide support for the children in our care to achieve the best possible outcomes in all aspects of their lives, including education, health, and social and fun activities, as well as supporting them to build positive and appropriate relationships.
You will be:
- responsible for the weekly maintenance, decorating, carpentry, statutory Health and Safety checks with the Home
- 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. 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 an informal discussion about this role, please contact Beth Fletcher, Deputy Residential Service Manager, by calling 07732603793.
How to apply
Step 1 - Read the Job and Person Profile (Word).
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.
Planning to use Artificial Intelligence (AI)? Please ensure your application still reflects your own skills, experience and ideas. If used inappropriately, your application may not be processed. Please read our guidance for using AI to understand what’s acceptable.
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.
Closing date: 11.30pm, 12 May 2026
You will 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.
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: Beccles Children’s Home - Onsite working
- Salary: £25,185 per annum pro rata
- Hours: 14 hours per week, flexible working options available
- Contract: Permanent
We’re passionate about improving the future for our customers, our communities and the environment. If you are too, join us as a Handyperson and make a huge and meaningful impact. Your innovation and drive will help us to continue improving and evolving. Our opportunities and support will enable you to make a difference and leave a positive, lasting legacy.
Reimagine the possibilities.
Your role and responsibilities
Suffolk County Council are seeking a passionate and enthusiastic individual for the role of Handyperson to assist in providing a safe, warm and comfortable environment for our children.
Beccles Children’s Home is a mixed gendered home for up to 4 children aged 9 - 17 years old who may experience some social, emotional, and mental health difficulties and who may have suffered from severe trauma. We provide support for the children in our care to achieve the best possible outcomes in all aspects of their lives, including education, health, and social and fun activities, as well as supporting them to build positive and appropriate relationships.
You will be:
- responsible for the weekly maintenance, decorating, carpentry, statutory Health and Safety checks with the Home
- 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. 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 an informal discussion about this role, please contact Beth Fletcher, Deputy Residential Service Manager, by calling 07732603793.
How to apply
Step 1 - Read the Job and Person Profile (Word).
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.
Planning to use Artificial Intelligence (AI)? Please ensure your application still reflects your own skills, experience and ideas. If used inappropriately, your application may not be processed. Please read our guidance for using AI to understand what’s acceptable.
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.
Closing date: 11.30pm, 12 May 2026
You will 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.
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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