ABOUT US The Guinness Partnership is one of the leading providers of affordable housing in England.
Is this the next step in your career Find out if you are the right candidate by reading through the complete overview below.
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 We are currently recruiting for an Independent Living Advisor to join our team on a permanent contract, covering the Exeter region.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting older people to maintain their independence, wellbeing, and quality of life.
You will be working 35 per week, over 5 days, Monday
- Friday.
There is some flexibility around the working hours, this will be discussed during the interview.
Reporting to the Independent Living Manager, you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality housing management services across our sheltered schemes.
You will build strong relationships with residents, support prospective tenants through viewings and the moving-in process, and ensure residents fully understand their tenancy agreements, including their rights and responsibilities.
You will also provide advice and guidance on accessing financial support, including housing-related benefits, and signpost or refer residents to appropriate services such as assistive technology, property adaptations, or additional support where needed.
As part of your day-to-day responsibilities, you will carry out scheme inspections, ensure health and safety standards are met, and monitor contractor performance to maintain high service delivery standards.
As this is a floating role, flexibility to travel across schemes in the Exeter region is essential.
A full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle is required.
Mileage expenses are reimbursed per mile for business travel.
What we are looking for: Experience of supporting older people and promoting independent living A strong commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex information clearly Good administrative and numeracy skills Ability to work independently as well as part of a team Strong written and verbal communication skills Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle If you are interested in making a real difference, please review the role profile and create your application today.
Interviews will take place in on MS Teams on Monday 19th October.
CVLTGP 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. xiskglj
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 Additional benefits include: Access to the Finance wellbeing portal Professional subscription annual payment Travel season ticket loan Car lease scheme
Independent Living Advisor in Newtown employer: Guinness Partnership
The Guinness Partnership is an exceptional employer, dedicated to creating a supportive and inclusive work environment in Oldham. With a strong focus on employee wellbeing, we offer generous holiday allowances, a competitive pension scheme, and various health plan options, ensuring our team members feel valued and secure. Our commitment to professional growth and community impact makes us a rewarding place to work for those looking to make a difference in the lives of our residents.
