Maintenance Assistant (part-time)

Who we are

YMCA Brunel Group is an independent, locally governed and managed charity

operating in Mendip, Bath, Bristol, Wiltshire and South Somerset. We are part of the

international YMCA movement. Our mission is to create supportive, inclusive and

energising communities, where people can truly belong, contribute and thrive. 

 

Our activities include: 

 

Accommodation for over 700 people every year who are at risk of being homeless, who

are on low incomes, experience barriers to work, or young people in need of high levels

of support, who have often experienced trauma and difficult times in their lives. We don’t

just provide a bed, we support people holistically and continually seek to help our

residents gain the training, skills and confidence to lead independent lives. 

A Health & Wellbeing centre in Bath, a community facility with a fully kitted out gym,

functional fitness areas and extensive class programme.

Two commercial hostels in Bath and Bristol which help us cover our central costs.

Twelve youth clubs for young people aged 10-19, including 4 young carers groups,

providing a space where they can have dedicated time to talk to trusted youth workers,

access relevant information about issues that concern them, and develop their social

networks. 

Eight Ofsted registered Nurseries, providing spaces for up to 360 children where they

are given opportunities and experiences that will set them up for their educational

journeys and prepare them for their lives ahead.  

What does the job entail?

To ensure areas of maintenance are quickly repaired and made safe within the Hostel. 

 

What skills will the successful candidate need?

You will require knowledge of maintenance practices for example painting and

woodwork, etc.

You will also have an awareness of health and safety practices. Previous experience in

a maintenance environment would be desirable.

You will be able to work as part of the Hostel & Housekeeping team.

You will be responsible for the day to day performance of your own work tasks, ensuring

tasks are prioritised appropriately and that all tasks are completed to the highest

standards. The Maintenance Assistant role is line managed by the Director of Housing.

What we offer

Enhanced sick pay allowances and paid compassionate and emergency

dependent leave.

25 days holiday plus bank holidays (pro-rata)

Pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

YMCA employee advantages

YMCA Brunel Group is an inclusive organisation and the post requires a shared

commitment to equality and diversity.

Location YMCA Bath is a centrally located hostel which provides accommodation to school

groups, backpackers, sporting groups and universities.

Hours Friday and Saturday (or Saturday and Sunday). 7.5 hours per day. There is a possibility of additional hours in the week to cover sickness and holiday.

Contract type Part-time permanent role

Rate of Pay £10.04 per hour (pay award pending 1 st April 2023)

If you would like to apply for any of our current vacancies you will need to fill out one of

our application forms on line:

https://ymcabrunelgroupbath.peoplehr.net/Pages/JobBoard/Opening.aspx?v=bb33cb30-9525-4a2b-9144-45b2fe72e7a4

To know more about what YMCA Brunel do and to apply please visit our website:

https://ymca-bg.org/work-for-us/

YMCA Brunel Group is committed to follow safer recruitment guidelines and all

candidates will have to demonstrate full employment history, give 2 good

references and be DBS checked. In line with the requirements of the Asylum &

Immigration Act 1996, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

Documented evidence of eligibility will be required from candidates as part of the

recruitment process.