Caretaker / Handyperson

Glasgow, Renfrewshire

NHS National Services Scotland
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About NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is one of the largest healthcare systems in the UK, employing around 40,000 staff across various clinical and non-clinical roles. We provide acute hospital, primary, community, and mental health services to a population of over 1.15 million, extending to 2.2 million with regional and national services.

Position Details

Shift Pattern: Monday, 7.00am - 11.20am; Tuesday, 7.00am - 11.10am; Wednesday, 7.00am - 11.10am. (Please note the salary is Pro Rata for part-time hours.)

Role Overview

The Caretaker/Maintenance Assistant is responsible for providing maintenance and portering services, ensuring a clean and hazard-free environment. Responsibilities include general maintenance duties and minor new work.

Training and Supervision

After initial induction and on-the-job training, the post holder will work independently with guidance from a supervisor or line manager. The role includes building security responsibilities and potential coverage at other sites within the North West Sector.

Communication and Liaison

The role requires liaison with internal departments, external contractors, General Practitioners, and all premises users.

Qualifications and Competencies

No formal qualifications are required as training will be provided. Essential skills include:

  • Carrying out minor works
  • Good written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to work as part of a team and follow protocols
  • Workload prioritization and flexibility

Experience in minor maintenance, caretaking, or portering is desirable, along with keyboard skills and data input experience.

Contact Information

Informal contact: June McMullan, Assistant Business Support Manager .

Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service are available within the Candidate Information Packs.

Additional Information

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde values diversity and promotes inclusion. We are committed to being a Forces Friendly Employer, supporting applications from the Armed Forces Community.

Applicants must provide authentic responses to all application questions. Use of AI or third-party assistance to generate responses is discouraged and may result in application withdrawal.

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Date Posted: 11 May 2025
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