ABOUT US The Guinness Partnership is one of the leading providers of affordable housing in England. We build and manage homes and provide housing services for nearly 160,000 residents nationwide. Our vision is to deliver great service, provide great homes, to be a great business and to be a great place to work. Because everything we do is about our residents, our communities and our people, any profit we make is re-invested in new and existing homes and improving services. The Guinness Partnership is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all colleagues, and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships. JOB DESCRIPTION About the Role Would you like to become part of our Estates team as an Estate Assistant and support us in delivering an excellent service to our residents? This is a valuable opportunity for anyone who is a customer-focused team player. We are pleased to offer a new position for an Estate Assistant to join our dedicated Estates team, serving the Basingstoke area on a part-time, permanent basis. The role involves working 17.5 hours per week, over two and a half days, between Monday and Friday. In this role, you will provide high-quality grounds maintenance, gardening, and cleaning services across a varied portfolio of sites. Your responsibilities will include caring for lawns, shrubs, and plants, removing refuse, and maintaining internal communal areas in accordance with agreed standards, specifications, and timelines. As the representative of Guinness on site, you will foster positive relationships with customers, contractors, and colleagues. You will ensure access is maintained, report repairs, fly tipping, graffiti, and raise any safeguarding concerns. What We Are Looking For We are a customer-first organisation, and we believe that the manner in which we work is equally important as the outcomes we deliver. We are seeking an individual who brings both practical experience in estate maintenance and a proactive, service-oriented approach. You will be expected to demonstrate: Proven experience in grounds maintenance across a range of sites and garden types Strong understanding of lawn, shrub, and plant care A history of delivering excellent customer service Physical capability to carry out tasks safely and effectively Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team Knowledge of Health and Safety regulations, including COSHH and PPE A full UK driving licence Desirable Qualifications Although not essential, the following qualifications would be advantageous: NVQ Level 2 in Horticulture or equivalent (RHS, City & Guilds, HND) PA1 and PA6 NPTC Certificates To apply, please review the Role Profile and submit your application along with a CV in either Word or PDF format. REEDTGP Benefits • Holidays We offer 25 27 days holiday a year, plus bank holidays. We will also give you the opportunity to buy up to an additional 5 days. You will also receive additional holiday in line with your length of service (1 extra day per 5 years service, capped at 4 days). • Competitive Pension Scheme We will help you save for your retirement through our workplace pension scheme. Guinness match your contribution up to 9%. To help you get the most out of your pension contributions, we operate a salary sacrifice arrangement that means you will pay less National Insurance contributions. • Benefits Portal We have a lifestyle benefits scheme, pulling together a range of special offers and great deals. You can make some great savings on everyday shopping from fashion and electronics to travel, leisure and days out and weekly supermarket shopping. • Performance Pay Annual Performance Score bonus subject to eligibility • Life Assurance For peace of mind Guinness provides three times salary life cover in the event of your death • Health Plan Options There are a couple of health care schemes available depending on the post grade • VDU/DSE Free eye test vouchers every 2 years with £55 contribution to glasses if requires for VDU work • Access to the Finance wellbeing portal • Professional subscription annual payment • Travel season ticket loan • Car lease scheme