Carpenter Improver

Agencies

Eastlight’s current agency PSL is at capacity, so we will not be able to consider candidate applications introduced by agencies outside of our selected suppliers.

Who We Are

Eastlight Community Homes is proud to be the largest community gateway social housing provider in the country. Together with our residents and communities, we create safe, affordable homes and neighbourhoods that people are proud to live in.

The Role

We’re looking for a passionate and skilled Carpenter Improver to join our Trades Team on a permanent basis to help maintain and improve our residents’ homes at Eastlight. Full training will be provided, including working alongside an experienced Carpenter to develop your skills and knowledge. Upon successful completion of the training programme, your salary will increase to the full-time equivalent (FTE) salary.

What You’ll Do 

Carry out maintenance and repair work in residential properties. 

Complete a variety of carpentry-related tasks, including:  

Hanging doors 

Plastering repairs 

Tank stands, bath panels, and frames 

Floorboard repairs 

Boxing in pipework 

Fascia soffit and guttering 

Applying sealants 

You’ll also ensure that residents’ homes are safe, well-maintained, and continuously improved, while promoting a positive company image through high-quality workmanship, effective time management.  

In your day-to-day work, you will operate safely, professionally, and courteously, fully complying with Health & Safety legislation, policies, and procedures. You’ll remain mindful of residents’ individual circumstances, reporting any safeguarding concerns through the appropriate channels, and treating customers and their homes with respect and care. Working collaboratively with colleagues across the business, you’ll share ideas for service improvement, uphold Equality and Diversity principles, and conduct yourself in a way that builds trust and confidence with residents, colleagues, and the wider public. 

Benefits and Compensation

• £32,253.30 pa (increasing to £35,837 after completion of training)
• 37 hours per week Permanent contract
• Power tools provided + £75 annually towards your hand tools
• Company van & mileage provided
• 30 days paid annual leave plus bank holidays
• Group stakeholder pension plan (Eastlight will double, up to 5% of the employee’s contribution - Employee 5% + Eastlight 10% = Total 15%)
• Annual wellbeing grant of £200 per annum – Subject to eligibility
• Trailblazing family leave (Maternity, Paternity and Adoption – 12 weeks full pay / 6 weeks half pay) – Subject to eligibility
• A healthcare cash plan, life assurance
• Formal qualifications and paid professional membership

Must Haves

• Clean UK Driving Licence
• Role Specific Qualifications or Cards if required
• Customer facing experience (if in Responsive Repairs Team)

Next Steps

At Eastlight we support, develop, and invest in our people, together creating a culture where people love to work. There has never been a better time to join us! Click the link below to submit your CV and personal statement.

Eastlight Community Homes is a disability confident leader and equal opportunities employer. We are committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse culture, which is why we encourage applications from everyone. If you require any support with the application process, please contact recruitment@eastlighthomes.co.uk

Eastlight Community Homes are unable to provide Visa Sponsorship.

Important Dates

Closing Date: 29 July 2026 @ 23:59

Interview Date: Interviews are expected to be held on 4 August 2026 in person at Braintree Hub.

We reserve the right to close or withdraw this vacancy earlier than advertised should we receive a sufficient number of applications.