Support Services Manager

If you enjoy creating a well-presented and safe environment, then join the team at Barnet Lane Clinic as a Support Services Manager and become a valued member of the service.

As a Support Services Manager, you will work 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday 9am-5pm, where you will be responsible for ensuring the services facilities are fit for purpose, regularly conduct audits to identify and repair any faults.  Plan and respond to Planned Preventative Maintenance and emergency calls.

As the Support Services Manager you will be an active member of the Senior Management Team, reporting directly to the Registered Manager, and work alongside an established team.

You will be responsible for all maintenance-related tasks, liaising with contractors to support the upkeep of the service and have a proven background with maintenance in similar industries/healthcare settings.

As a Support Services Manager you will be:

Supporting the completion of PPM checks on a daily, weekly, monthly basis and audits when required.

Coordinating and supporting contractors whilst on site and completing of all paperwork and tool checks.

Reviewing daily work sheets and prioritising tasks accordingly and complete as directed

Providing out of hours assistance if required.

Providing support to catering and housekeeping departments on site.

Ensuring the services facilities, grounds and gardens are maintained.

Developing the teams through professional records and appraisals as appropriate.

Maintaining effective working relationships and to respond effectively to poor performance in team members.

Ensuring new starters are entered onto the Key Watchman system and keys allocated as necessary.

Supervising the routine water and electrical mains system testing, and where necessary implementing corrective action.

Supervising Portable Appliance Testing (PAT) so that all portable equipment has a current test status.

To take personal responsibility for ensuring that the work practices and the environment meet the requirements of Health and Safety at Work legislation and report all deficits to management.

Feed back to SMT, CG and H&S meetings.

Maintaining the highest standards of integrity when communicating with staff, patients, family, carers, and other professionals.

Maintaining concise records and provide reports, as necessary.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

Experience within a similar role

General building trade experience

Ability to paint and decorate,

Knowledge/Experience in the use of hand tools

Knowledge/Experience of electrical, mechanical, and building maintenance

Knowledge/Experience of using computer-based programmes.

Knowledge of COSSH, SSOW, Risk assessments, Health & Safety at Work

Full driving licence

Good communication skills with the ability to communicate with ward and department staff and visitors.

Where you will be working:

Location: Barnet Lane, Elstree, Borehamwood, Hertfordshire, WD6 3QU

Barnet Lane’s Complex Care and Recovery Service (CCRS) is a highly specialised, bespoke inpatient adult service designed to support individuals whose needs exceed the scope of traditional inpatient service models.

The service specialises in treating patients who have experienced multiple or prolonged admissions, stalled discharge pathways, or who have been unable to progress within conventional care environments.

What You’ll Get

At Elysium Healthcare, we believe in taking care of the people who care for others, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, growth, and future:

Annual base salary of £32,000

The equivalent of 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays) – plus your birthday off and the option to buy additional annual leave, in our annual selection window.

Career development and training to help you achieve your professional goals

Access to our Rewards & Benefits platform Ely-Vate; Your one-stop destination for everyday savings, exclusive benefits, and wellbeing hub!

Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance

Access to Blue Light Card, which provides a range of exclusive offers and discounts

Life Assurance, for added peace of mind

Stream – instant access to earned wages when you need it, plus access to save, directly from your wages, alongside financial wellbeing support.

24/7 GP service and second medical opinion, to ensure you are the best you can be

Enhanced Maternity Package, so you can truly enjoy this special time

Pension contribution, to help secure your future

Free meals and parking

About us:

Elysium Health care has over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 80 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education, there is opportunity for you to grow and move.

Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people globally.

Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment of staff for all appointments and is a Disability Confident employer, committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person’s individual responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of service users. All candidates will be subject to a DBS disclosure