Guinness Care and Support

Important notes for candidates:

Once we have received your application we will get in touch with shortlisted applicants within two weeks. If you do not hear from us please assume that your application hasn’t been successful this time and accept our apologies for not being able to acknowledge all applications. We have regular vacancies and so please feel free to apply again even if you have tried before.

The contact given in the body of the advert is for further information or queries only if you wish to apply for any of these positions, please email gcsjobs@guinness.org.uk quoting the reference number or phone the HR Team on 01392 686433 or download an application form from this site.

Once you have completed your application form please email to gcsjobs@guinness.org.uk or post to:

Kylie Fraser, Guinness Care and Support, Hillfields House, Matford Court, Sigford Road, Exeter EX2 8NL

• HANDYPERSON - £6.10ph

  REF: SW1705/627

  We have a full time, fixed term opportunity for one year for a Handyperson to provide general day to day repairs, maintenance and decoration to various Guinness Care and Support Schemes across Devon. You will be working 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday from 9:00 to 17:00, although flexibility to cover 7 days on occasion would be advantageous. A full driving licence and use of a vehicle is essential as you will be required to travel to and from the schemes, mileage is paid at 40p per mile. Basic DIY skills and the ability to complete painting and decorating are essential. For further information on the role, please contact Chris Ellis on 01392 686437. Closing Date: 11th June 2012.

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• SUPPORT WORKER - £13,688pa

  REF: SE1605/329

  We have 4 full time opportunities available within our Floating Support Service in Havant, working 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday, between the hours of 09:00 – 17:00. You will be providing customers with intensive support guiding them towards independent living. A full driving licence and use of a vehicle is required and mileage is paid at 40p per mile. For further information on the role, please contact Thomas Glastonbury on 02392 714960. Closing Date: 07th June 2012.

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• SHELTERED SCHEME MANAGER - £17,499pa (pro rata) - FIXED TERM FOR UP TO 12 MONTHS

  REF: NT1405/301

  We have a new fixed term contract available for up to 12 months at one of our older person’s sheltered housing schemes in Oldham, working 22.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday. The hours of work are 09:00 – 13:30 however we are looking for candidates who are flexible to cover additional hours if necessary. The purpose of this role is to enable customers to maintain independent living by providing a supporting and responsive service, assisting them to obtain any external support they may need. You will have excellent communication, organisational and team working skills, experience of working with older people, and a good level of numeracy and literacy. A full driving licence and access to a car is essential as you may be required to travel to training events and meetings. For more information on this role, please contact Martyn Fee on 0161 244 6882. Closing Date: 25th May 2012.

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• CARE AND SUPPORT ENABLER AND HOMECARE - £7.50ph

  REF: SW1405/624

  We have a number of full and part time vacancies available within our Enabler and Homecare Service in Teignbridge, South Hams and the surrounding area, working up to 40 hours per week over 7 days. We provide 24 hour care and support and are looking for applicants who would be available to cover all shifts on a rota basis. You will be providing a high quality and customer focussed service that responds to the needs of our customers, enhances their quality of life and promotes independence. A full driving licence and access to a vehicle is essential. We offer competitive rates of pay, excellent training & development opportunities (including NVQ), 24 hour support, a full in depth induction, mileage paid at 40p per mile, travel time paid at the normal hourly rate, and a free CRB check. For more information on this role, please contact Nicky Ralston on 07710725430. Closing Date: 28th May 2012.

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• RELIEF CARE AND SUPPORT ENABLER AND HOMECARE - £7.50ph

  REF: SW1405/625

  If you are looking to work within care and support, but are not looking to commit to contracted hours, come and join our bank of relief staff in Teignbridge, South Hams and the surrounding area. Our bank of relief staff provide emergency cover when our contracted staff are unable to attend shifts. You will be providing a high quality and customer focussed service that responds to the needs of our customers, enhances their quality of life and promotes independence. You may be required to cover shifts over a 24 hour period and at short notice. A full driving licence and access to a vehicle is essential. Mileage is paid at 40p per mile, and travel time is paid at the normal hourly rate. For more information on this role, please contact Nicky Ralston on 07710725430. Closing Date: 28th May 2012.

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• RESIDENTIAL MANAGER - £11.30ph

  REF: SW1005/622

  We have an exciting new vacancy at our friendly older person’s residential home in Tiverton, working 25 hours per week, Monday to Friday, flexibility to cover 7 days if necessary would be advantageous. The purpose of this role is to be the registered person for managing the service provision and resources of the Care Home in accordance with appropriate regulations and best practice. You will be working collaboratively with external agencies, other service providers, Guinness Care and Support and staff to ensure customers’ needs are met, and promote the independence of customers and their active involvement in the community. An NVQ 5 in Care Management, or a willingness to achieve this within the first year of employment, is essential. Previous experience of providing care and support in an older person’s setting is also essential. For more information on this role, please contact Chris Ellis on 01392 686437. Closing Date: 01st June 2012.

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• CARE AND SUPPORT ENABLER AND HOMECARE - £7.50ph

  REF: SW0305/619

  We have two new vacancies at one of our Extra Care Schemes in Ivybridge, one offering 20 hours per week and the other 40 hours per week, both to work over a 7 day rota. We provide 24 hour cover and applicants will be required to cover all shifts on a rota basis, flexibility to work night shifts is essential. You will be providing a high quality and customer focussed service that responds to the needs of our customers, enhances their quality of life and promotes independence. A full driving licence and access to a vehicle would be advantageous. Mileage is paid at 40p per mile, and travel time is paid at the normal hourly rate. Experience is preferred but not essential as full training will be provided. For more information on the role, please contact Lisa Melia on 01752 898240. Closing Date: 18th May 2012.

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• CARE AND SUPPORT ENABLER AND HOMECARE - IVYBRIDGE - £7.50ph

  REF: ONGOING

  Are you a committed and flexible person who would enjoy caring for people in their own homes? If so, we have vacancies in Ivybridge providing a high quality and customer focussed service that responds to the needs of our customers, enhances their quality of life and promotes independence. You will need to be comfortable in offering people personal care and helping with domestic tasks.

  Full and part time hours are available and applications for weekend or evening shifts are particularly welcome. Full training is provided and there are opportunities to gain a professional qualification. Own transport is essential with mileage paid at 40p per mile, and travel time paid at the normal hourly rate. For further information, please contact Sue Anthony on 01752 898240.

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• CARE AND SUPPORT ENABLER AND HOMECARE - £7.50ph

  REF: ONGOING

  We have a number of new opportunities in the North Devon, Mid Devon, Okehampton and Exeter areas working either full or part time hours over a 7 day rota. We have a number of 40 hour and 0 hour contracts available in these areas and are looking for individuals who are capable of working variable hours. You will be providing a high quality and customer focussed service that responds to the needs of our customers, enhances their quality of life and promotes independence. A full driving licence and access to a vehicle is essential. We offer competitive rates of pay, excellent training & development (including NVQ), 24 hour support, a full in depth induction, mileage paid at 40p per mile, travel time paid at the normal hourly rate, and a free CRB check. For further information on this role, please contact the Recruitment Team on 01392 686368.

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• RELIEF CARE AND SUPPORT ENABLER AND HOMECARE - £7.50ph

  REF: ONGOING

  If you want to work flexibly without committing to contracted hours, come and join our Relief Care and Support Enabler and Homecare team. We have opportunities in North Devon, Mid Devon, Okehampton and Exeter. We are looking for individuals who are capable of covering shifts at short notice. You will be providing a high quality and customer focussed service that responds to the needs of our customers, enhances their quality of life and promotes independence. A full driving licence and access to a vehicle is essential. We offer competitive rates of pay, excellent training & development (including NVQ), 24 hour support, a full in depth induction, mileage paid at 40p per mile, travel time paid at normal hourly rate, and a free CRB check. For further information on this role, please contact the Recruitment Team on 01392 686368.

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• CARE AND SUPPORT ENABLER AND HOMECARE - £7.50ph

  REF: ONGOING

  We have a new vacancy in the Bristol area working up to 40 hours per week over a 7 day rota, between the hours of 07:00 – 22:00. You will be providing a high quality and customer focussed service that responds to the needs of our customers, enhances their quality of life and promotes independence. A full driving licence and vehicle is preferable. Travel time is paid at a normal hourly rate and mileage at 40p per mile. For further information on the role, please contact Kim Yost on 0117 9719903.

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• RELIEF CARE AND SUPPORT ENABLER AND HOME CARE - BRISTOL - £9.00ph

  REF: ONGOING

  Do you want to make a difference to someone in your local community? Would you like you help someone fulfill their life? Why not come and join our friendly relief Bank Team of Care and Support Enabler and HomeCare staff who provide care and support to adults living in their own homes in the Bristol Area. The Relief Bank offers a flexible way of working so that you can fit earning extra money around you. Various shifts are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Experience is desirable although not essential as full training will be provided. Full driving licence and use of a vehicle is preferred. For further information on the role, please contact Kim Yost or Katy Jones on 0117 9719903.

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• CARE AND SUPPORT ENABLER AND HOMECARE - TORBAY - £7.50ph

  REF: ONGOING

  Do you want to make a difference to someone in your local community? Would you like to help someone fulfil their life? Why not come and join our friendly team of home carer’s who provide personal care and support to individuals in their own home. We have full and part time vacancies from 07:00 – 22:00 every day. Travel is paid at 40p per mile. There are opportunities to develop within the team and personally. A free uniform and CRB check are provided. We need individuals that are able to work variable hours. Full driving licence and use of a car essential. For more information contact the Recruitment Team on 01392 686433.

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• CARE AND SUPPORT ENABLER AND HOMECARE - EXETER - £7.50ph

  REF: ONGOING

  Do you want to make a difference to someone in your local community? Would you like to help someone fulfil their life? Why not come and join our friendly team of home carer’s who provide personal care and support to individuals in their own home. We have full and part time vacancies available from 07:00 – 22:00 every day. A full driving licence and access to a vehicle is essential. Travel time is paid at the normal hourly rate and mileage is paid at 40p per mile. There are opportunities to develop within the team and personally. A free uniform and CRB check are provided. We need individuals that are able to work variable hours. For more information please contact the Recruitment Team on 01392 686433.

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• CARE AND SUPPORT ENABLER AND HOMECARE - HAVANT - £7.50ph

  REF: ONGOING

  Due to the recent expansion of the Guinness Care and Support Homecare service we have a number of vacancies to work within the community in the Borough of Havant in either a part time or full time capacity. Experience is preferred but not essential as full training will be provided. Own transport is essential, mileage is paid at 40p per mile and travel time is paid at the normal hourly rate.

  We are also recruiting for staff with care experience to provide a 24 hour rapid response service. This role requires the use of a car and ability to cover Eastleigh, Fareham and Gosport and/or the Borough of Havant. There is a set rate of pay for being on call, plus hourly rate of pay, mileage and travel time paid. Training, uniform and CRB check will be provided. Please contact Rhona Reid on 02392 264661 for any further information.

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• CARE AND SUPPORT ENABLER AND HOMECARE - BODMIN AND WADEBRIDGE - £7.50ph

  REF: ONGOING

  Are you a committed and flexible person who would enjoy caring for people in their own homes? If so, we have vacancies in the Bodmin and Wadebridge areas, providing a high quality and customer focussed service that responds to the needs of our customers, enhances their quality of life and promotes independence. You will need to be comfortable in offering people personal care and helping with domestic tasks.

  Full and part time hours are available and applications for weekend or evening shifts are particularly welcome. Full training is provided and there are opportunities to gain a professional qualification. Own transport is essential with travel expenses paid. For further information, please contact Sarah Peat on 01208 816091.

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Please note that an enhanced Criminal Records Bureau check will be required for all the above roles and in return we offer excellent benefits, first class training and development and we are committed to equal opportunities.

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The contact given in the body of the advert is for further information or queries only. If you wish to apply for any of these positions, please quote the reference number provided and either email gcsjobs@guinness.org.uk or phone the HR Team on 01392 686433.

We value a diverse workforce and welcome applications from all sections of the community.