QR code linking to this job posting Maintenance Operative in Meadowfield, North East inMeadowfield, North East PUBLISHED FRI 17 OCT 2025

£26,520 to £26,520 a year  PERMANENT 
Job summary
We are looking for a confident Maintenance Operative with a passion for delivering outstanding care.Youll be working 40 hours a week, making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care at Cygnet Appletree.

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 Health Care 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.

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Date posted
17 October 2025

Pay scheme
Other

Salary
£26,520 to £26,520 a year

Contract
Permanent

Working pattern
Full-time

Reference number
VPF20B34FC

Job location
sMeadowfield, North EastDH7 8NT

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We are looking for a skilledMaintenance Operativewith a passion for making a difference to others.You'll be working 40 hours a week at Cygnet Appletree,helping provide a safe and healthy environment for the people in our care.Cygnet Appletree, near Durham, is a mental health hospital for women that includes Pippin Ward, a specialist PICU service and Bramley Ward, an intensive support service for women with a personality disorder and complex mental health needs.Our person-centred service has been designed with wellness in mind, providing a safe and comfortable environment that promotes efficient rehabilitation and recovery. We are dedicated to understand, stabilise and break the traumatic cycles of relapse that can impact service users lives.At Cygnet, our perks go way beyond pension schemes and excellent professional development.Youll also enjoy shopping, travel and leisure discounts as well as a range of healthcare and financial benefits to support you to be happy both in and out of work.With us, youll have the chance to progress your career in a vibrant, supportive culture tailored to help you thrive.Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while being part of an organisation that cares about helping people.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 lightsWhy Cygnet? Well offer youStrong career progression opportunities Expert supervision & support Pension scheme Cycle to work scheme & employee discount savingYou are...

Experience
d in all types of painting and decorating in both indoor and outdoor environments Willing to travel & hold a full valid driving licence Able to communicate at all levels & record detailed, accurate maintenance information Skilled at DIY & general maintenancePreferably Level 2 Diploma qualified in Painting & Decorating/MaintenanceFriendly, conscientious & an excellent team member with a positive attitudeSuccessful candidates will be required to undergo anenhancedDBS check.Cygnethas been providing a national network of high-quality specialist mental health services for more than 30 years. In this role youll have the chance to make a real impact on patients, service users & their families.

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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

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