JOB DESCRIPTION About the role We have an exciting opportunity for a Garden Services Apprentice covering Stockport and the local surrounding areas. This is a full-time position, working Monday – Friday, 35 hours per week, between 8am – 4pm. You will be supported by Guinness staff to undertake the role of Garden Services Apprentice. You will be committed to complete your studying as the hours do not include all practical work. You will receive dedicated support and teaching from your YMCA Tutor to achieve a Level 2 Horticulture Apprenticeship qualification over 2 years. The successful candidate will assist in the provision of a high-quality Estate Service, interacting with customers to deliver a professional cleaning, gardening and grounds maintenance service. Grounds Maintenance Tasks: Lawn mowing/Lawn care Border management Hedge cutting Planting and Pruning Strimming Litter picking Project works, such as redesigning areas of the scheme for improvements Bin store management and bulk waste removal when necessary Key duties: Cleaning Tasks: Cleaning internal communal areas Floor cleaning, such as mopping duties Deep cleaning using mechanical tools Cleaning communal bin store areas You’ll also need to develop positive working relationships with customers, colleagues, and contractors to improve the overall appearance of Guinness estates. You will operate, store, and maintain equipment to comply with Guinness Health and Safety procedures including COSHH, PPE and prompt reporting of incidents on site. And deliver services to standards and specifications, ensuring awareness of the need to deliver a cost-effective service to customers. The successful candidate will be: Able to carry out physical tasks within Health and Safety guidelines Able to work effectively within a team Ability to use all equipment safely and effectively Able to deliver great customer service An excellent communicator with written and verbal skills GCSE Maths and English grades A - E or equivalent Qualifications Desirable: Level 2 in Maths and English or the ability to complete these with support by the end of the Apprenticeship. To be considered for this role please follow the online application process by submitting your CV or get in touch to learn more. INDTGP ABOUT US The Guinness Partnership is one of the leading providers of affordable housing and care services in England. We build and manage homes and provide housing services for around 140,000 customers 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 customers, 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 Identification 11579 Job Category Housing and Customer Services Posting Date 01/09/2025, 06:54 AM Apply Before 01/19/2025, 06:00 AM Locations Greater Manchester Assignment Category Full-Time Salary £14,955- £20,974 dependent on age Recruitment Advisor Angela - 01392 347161 - Angela.shekguinness.org.uk