Cygnet Health Care

Bank Maintenance Operative

The closing date is 13 February 2026

Job summary

We are looking for a confident Bank Maintenance Operative with a passion for delivering outstanding service. You'll have the opportunity to work bank shifts, making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care at Cygnet Hospital Bierley.

Main duties of the job

At Cygnet, we support our people to grow their careers, gain new skills and keep stepping up. Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while reaping the rewards of making a difference to others every day

About us

Cygnet was established in 1988. Since then we have developed a wide range of services for individuals with mental health needs, autism and learning disabilities within the UK. We have built a reputation for delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes for the people in our care. Our expert and highly dedicated care team of 10 000 employees empower 2864 individuals across 150 services to consistently make a positive difference to their lives, through service-user focused care and rehabilitation.

Details

Date posted

14 January 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£12.52 an hour Plus 12.1% annual leave allowance

Contract

Bank

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

VP0F8484D1

Job locations

West Yorkshire

BD4 6AD


Job description

Job responsibilities

Helping others improve and turn their lives around theres no better feeling. Its 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 Bank skilled Maintenance Operative/Assistant with a passion for making a difference to others.

You'll have the opportunity to work bank shifts (Offering Flexibility and adhoc shifts) at Cygnet Hospital Bierley, helping provide a safe and healthy environment for the people in our care.

Cygnet Hospital Bierley provides a range of acute and low secure mental health services for men and women.

The hospital is set across four wards offering single-sex male and female specialist mental health services. All our services are provided under the umbrella of a recovery orientated approach and are reviewed through the CPA framework.

Cygnet Hospital Bierley has a true focus on the service user and the over-riding aim of providing the best quality treatment and care possible. The team are committed to delivering care and treatment guided by the principles of a trauma informed approach.

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

We are looking for people who have

  • Experienced in a similar role, or have worked in a self-employed capacity in recent years

  • Skilled at DIY & general maintenance

  • Previous experience of repairing of various equipment and materials, painting, decorating, plumbing, carpentry and basic wiring work.

  • A working knowledge of health and safety requirements and safe working practices.

  • Willing to travel & hold a full valid driving licence

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

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

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

Why Cygnet? Well offer you

  • £12.52 Per Hour plus 12.1% annual Leave Allowance
  • 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.

Click the button to apply

Job description

Job responsibilities

Helping others improve and turn their lives around theres no better feeling. Its 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 Bank skilled Maintenance Operative/Assistant with a passion for making a difference to others.

You'll have the opportunity to work bank shifts (Offering Flexibility and adhoc shifts) at Cygnet Hospital Bierley, helping provide a safe and healthy environment for the people in our care.

Cygnet Hospital Bierley provides a range of acute and low secure mental health services for men and women.

The hospital is set across four wards offering single-sex male and female specialist mental health services. All our services are provided under the umbrella of a recovery orientated approach and are reviewed through the CPA framework.

Cygnet Hospital Bierley has a true focus on the service user and the over-riding aim of providing the best quality treatment and care possible. The team are committed to delivering care and treatment guided by the principles of a trauma informed approach.

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

We are looking for people who have

  • Experienced in a similar role, or have worked in a self-employed capacity in recent years

  • Skilled at DIY & general maintenance

  • Previous experience of repairing of various equipment and materials, painting, decorating, plumbing, carpentry and basic wiring work.

  • A working knowledge of health and safety requirements and safe working practices.

  • Willing to travel & hold a full valid driving licence

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

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

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

Why Cygnet? Well offer you

  • £12.52 Per Hour plus 12.1% annual Leave Allowance
  • 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.

Click the button to apply

Person Specification

General Requirements

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Person Specification

General Requirements

Essential

  • Please refer to job description above

Desirable

  • Please refer to job description above

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

Cygnet Health Care

Address

West Yorkshire

BD4 6AD


Employer's website

https://www.cygnethealth.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Cygnet Health Care

Address

West Yorkshire

BD4 6AD


Employer's website

https://www.cygnethealth.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Recruiter

Natalie Collis

VP0F8484D1.1286@vacancyposter.com

01217288111

Details

Date posted

14 January 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£12.52 an hour Plus 12.1% annual leave allowance

Contract

Bank

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

VP0F8484D1

Job locations

West Yorkshire

BD4 6AD


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