Introduction

Support the Estates & Facilities team in maintaining a safe, well-maintained and effective environment across Prospect Hospice. The postholder will undertake a range of practical facilities and maintenance activities. The role provides an opportunity to develop practical skills and experience across a range of facilities activities.

About the Employer

Since 1980, Prospect Hospice has provided dedicated end-of-life care service for people living in Swindon, Marlborough and northeast Wiltshire. We bring care, comfort and confidence, around the clock, every day of the year. Our aim is to provide excellent, personalised and compassionate care for everyone in our

community who is affected by a life-limiting illness. We work in close partnership with other organisations – specifically with local health and social care professionals – as well as local people. Working within our community allows us to lead, provide and influence care so that anyone affected by a life-limiting illness has access to the best possible support when and wherever they need it.

What You'll Do

Complete the relevant apprenticeship programme and associated learning requirements
Attend training, study and assessment activities as required
Apply learning from the apprenticeship programme to practical work within Prospect Hospice
Maintain appropriate records of learning and development
Take responsibility for progressing towards the required apprenticeship standards and qualifications
Participate actively in supervision, feedback and development discussions
Develop an increasing level of independence and responsibility as skills and experience develop
Support the Facilities Manager and Facilities Technician in delivering the planned preventative maintenance programme
Assist with routine inspections, checks and maintenance activities across the hospice and retail sites
Undertake tasks appropriate to the apprentice's level of training, competence and experience
Assist with the identification and reporting of defects, faults and emerging maintenance issues
Support the maintenance of accurate records of completed work
Learn how buildings, equipment and facilities are maintained and managed effectively
Assist with responding to day-to-day maintenance requests and facilities issues
Undertake basic repairs and maintenance tasks where appropriately trained and authorised
Report faults and defects that cannot safely or appropriately be resolved
Assist the Facilities Technician and Facilities Manager with more complex maintenance activities
Help to ensure that facilities-related issues are dealt with promptly and effectively
Maintain a professional and helpful approach when working in areas used by patients, families, staff, volunteers and visitors
Support the general upkeep and presentation of buildings, facilities and external areas
Assist with basic tasks relating to furniture, fixtures, fittings and equipment
Support the movement, installation or removal of equipment and other items where appropriate
Assist with deliveries, storage and the organisation of facilities-related materials
Support seasonal and ad hoc facilities activities as required
Assist with preparing areas for events, activities or operational requirements where appropriate
Work safely at all times and in accordance with Prospect Hospice policies and procedures
Follow appropriate risk assessments, safe systems of work and instructions
Use tools, equipment and materials safely and appropriately
Report hazards, defects, incidents and near misses promptly
Support the completion of routine checks and inspections as directed
Never undertake work beyond the apprentice's level of training, competence or authorisation
Participate in relevant health and safety and other mandatory training
Support the Facilities Manager and Facilities Technician when external contractors are working on site
Assist with preparing areas for contractor visits and works
Follow appropriate site safety and access arrangements
Report any concerns regarding contractor activity or site conditions

Training Outcome

Become a Facilities Technician.

Skills Required

positive attitude
reliable and punctual
flexible
Professionalism
Honest, Trustworthy
Resilient

Qualifications

Essential - GCSE - English - 4 or equivalent
Essential - GCSE - Mathematics - 4 or equivalent

Course Information

Course: Property maintenance operative (level 2)

Level: 2

Route: Construction and the built environment

Apprenticeship Level: Intermediate

Working Arrangements

Working Week: Monday to Friday 8.30am to 4.30pm or 9.00am to 5.00pm. Release time included in the above. Full-time, 52 weeks.

Expected Duration: 2 Years

Training Provider: NEW COLLEGE SWINDON

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