Handyperson Redeployment 23012

• Suffolk County Council
• Address:Beccles Childrens Home - Onsite working
• Salary: 25185 per annum pro rata
• Hours:14 hours per week flexible working options available
• Contract: Permanent

Were 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 Childrens 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 dont meet all requirements still apply. We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application.

Empowering Everyone

Were big believers in potential possibility and the power of different ideas. Were 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 .

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 asupporting statementanswering the following questions below (no more than 400 words per question). You should use theSupporting 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 didnt 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 supporting documents must be in either PDF or MS Word format.

For guidance on completing your application please seeourHow to Apply page.

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Do you need any reasonable adjustments to help you to applyIf you are disabled and/or haveadditionalsupport needs you can request reasonable adjustments. You can do this by contacting our Recruitment Team ator. You can find examples ofpossible adjustmentsonourReasonable Adjustment pages.

Closing date:11.30pm 27 April 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.