Cleaning Operative, Cleaning Services

Killingworth, United Kingdom | Posted on 22/05/2026

With a wide range of roles available nationwide, you can find your perfect fit at Anchor. A company is nothing without the people in it, and we pride ourselves on our commitment to you, and with perks like our own employee assistance programme, wage advances with 'Wagestream', and a dedicated manager, we are industry leading employers.

With hundreds of accredited online training options through our own Anchor Academy, you will be given the opportunity to progress your career in a way that suits you.

Apply today and become part of Team Anchor, we are excited to be a part of your journey.

Job Role: Cleaning Operative

Working Hours: Monday to Friday 17:00-20:00 (15 hours per week)

Pay: £12.71 per hour

Reporting to: Operations Manager

An exciting opportunity has arisen at Anchor Group Services, for an experienced cleaner to join the site cleaning team in Killingworth.

The successful candidate will be required to carry out a range of cleaning tasks, safely and professionally, to a high standard. You must be able to demonstrate good attention to detail, have the ability to communicate on all levels and provide flexibility to cover additional shifts, as and when required.

The successful candidate will require enhanced DBS clearance prior to starting.

Note:

If you have worked or lived overseas for a period of more than 3 months in the last 10 years, you will need to provide a police check from that country.

• Cleaning of designated areas, ensuring the agreed cleaning specification is completed, as per the site instructions
• Emptying of bins, ensuring recycled waste is disposed of correctly
• Attending to spillages by making sure they are cleaned up, within an efficient timeframe, to prevent accidents and ensure site and staff safety
• Following H&S and COSHH regulations
• Use of site-specific equipment, machinery and handling chemicals
• Proactive interaction with on-site clients and customers, offering superb customer service.
• Carrying out any other reasonable management requests

• Good attention to detail
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently and use initiative
• Flexibility to cover shifts as and when required
• Reliable and responsible with a flexible approach to work
• Enhanced DBS clearance
• If you have worked or lived overseas for a period of more than 3 months in the last 10 years, you will need to provide a police check from that country.

• Access to a range of nationally recognised courses to help further your career, via the Anchor Academy
• Auto Enrolment Pension (if earnings reach the minimum requirement for auto-enrolment)
• Stream- access to pay as you earn it
• Cycle to Work Scheme Available
• Full uniform provided
• Free Employee Assistance Programme 24/7 including access to counselling
• Hospital Saturday Fund
• Reward and Recognition awards

Cleaner, Housekeeper, Cleaning Specialist, Cleaning Personnel, Waste Management, Customer Cleanliness Service

Within commuting distance of:
Newcastle, Killingworth, Benton, Longbenton, Forest Hall, Palmersville, Jesmond, Wallsend

If you would like to be considered for this position, APPLY NOW and we will be in touch.

Anchor Group Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race or ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran disability or genetic information or any other reason prohibited by law in employment.