Job summaryAs a Gardener/Driver at a Barchester care home, you'll have two key responsibilities - maintaining the grounds to the highest standards to create a great first impression, and transporting residents, staff and guests in company vehicles as and when they need to go somewhere. You'll need a passion for gardening, a patient approach and a full, clean driving licence to be a great fit for this role.
Main duties of the jobAs a Gardener, you'll help to create a great first impression by making sure our grounds are maintained to the highest standards. It's an important role that will mean our outside areas can be safely enjoyed by residents looking for some fresh air and a change of scenery. Once a year, you'll be able to showcase your talents in our fiercely-contested Barchester in Bloom' competition. Your Driver responsibilities will see you transporting residents, staff and guests in company vehicles as and when they need to go somewhere. You'll also take pride in the upkeep of these vehicles, ensuring they're clean, fully serviced and roadworthy.
About usBarchester Healthcare is a leading provider of high-quality care and support services in the UK. With over 200 care homes and healthcare sites across England, Scotland and Wales, Barchester is committed to delivering the very best care and support to the people they serve.
Job description Job responsibilitiesABOUT THE ROLEAs a Gardener/Driver at a Barchester care home, you'll have two key responsibilities, both of which help us deliver quality care and support in a welcoming environment.
As a Gardener, you'll help to create a great first impression by making sure our grounds are maintained to the highest standards. It's an important role that will mean our outside areas can be safely enjoyed by residents looking for some fresh air and a change of scenery. Once a year, you'll be able to showcase your talents in our fiercely-contested Barchester in Bloom' competition.
Your Driver responsibilities will see you transporting residents, staff and guests in company vehicles as and when they need to go somewhere. You'll also take pride in the upkeep of these vehicles, ensuring they're clean, fully serviced and roadworthy.
ABOUT YOUIf you have a passion for gardening, a patient approach and a full, clean driving licence, you could be a great fit for the role of Gardener/Driver. Reliable and practical, you understand how to carry out basic grounds maintenance and your caring nature means you'll take a genuine interest in our residents.
REWARDS PACKAGEAs well as a competitive salary, Barchester offers one of the best rewards packages in the care sector. Your generous benefits would include:
Free learning and development Automatic enrolment into our profit share scheme A range of holiday, retail and leisure discounts Unlimited access to our Refer a Friend bonus scheme
If you'd like to use your attention to detail and people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you'd expect for your loved ones, this is a rewarding place to be.
Job description
Job responsibilitiesABOUT THE ROLEAs a Gardener/Driver at a Barchester care home, you'll have two key responsibilities, both of which help us deliver quality care and support in a welcoming environment.
As a Gardener, you'll help to create a great first impression by making sure our grounds are maintained to the highest standards. It's an important role that will mean our outside areas can be safely enjoyed by residents looking for some fresh air and a change of scenery. Once a year, you'll be able to showcase your talents in our fiercely-contested Barchester in Bloom' competition.
Your Driver responsibilities will see you transporting residents, staff and guests in company vehicles as and when they need to go somewhere. You'll also take pride in the upkeep of these vehicles, ensuring they're clean, fully serviced and roadworthy.
ABOUT YOUIf you have a passion for gardening, a patient approach and a full, clean driving licence, you could be a great fit for the role of Gardener/Driver. Reliable and practical, you understand how to carry out basic grounds maintenance and your caring nature means you'll take a genuine interest in our residents.
REWARDS PACKAGEAs well as a competitive salary, Barchester offers one of the best rewards packages in the care sector. Your generous benefits would include:
Free learning and development Automatic enrolment into our profit share scheme A range of holiday, retail and leisure discounts Unlimited access to our Refer a Friend bonus scheme
If you'd like to use your attention to detail and people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you'd expect for your loved ones, this is a rewarding place to be.
Person Specification Qualifications Essential - If you have a passion for gardening, a patient approach and a full, clean driving licence, you could be a great fit for the role of Gardener/Driver.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential - If you have a passion for gardening, a patient approach and a full, clean driving licence, you could be a great fit for the role of Gardener/Driver.
Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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 nameBarchester Healthcare
AddressBarchester Healthcare
Maidstone
ME17 3ZB
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