Cleaning Operative, Cleaning Services

Jesmond, United Kingdom | Posted on 19/10/2026

At Anchor Group Services, our people are the foundation of our success. That's why we're committed to creating a supportive environment where you can develop your skills, progress your career and make a real impact.

As a leading provider of security, cleaning and facilities management services across the UK, we recognise that our success depends on the talent and dedication of our teams. That's why we invest in our people through a range of employee benefits, dedicated management support and wellbeing resources, including our Employee Assistance Programme.

Through our own Anchor Academy, you'll have access to hundreds of accredited training courses to help you develop your skills, thrive in your role and achieve your career goals.

Job Role: Cleaning Operative

Working Hours:Monday to Friday 15:30-18:30 - 15 hours per week

Pay:£12.71 per hour

Location: Percy Hedley - Northern Counties School, Tankerville Terrace, Jesmond, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE2 3BB

Reporting to: Operations Manager

Overview

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

The successful candidate will be required to carry out a range of cleaning tasks, safely and professionally, to a high standard. Youmust be able to demonstrate good attention to detail, havethe 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.

Please 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.

Duties include:

• 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 siteand staff safety
• Following H&Sand COSHH regulations
• Use ofsite-specific equipment, machinery and handling chemicals
• Proactive interaction with on-site clients and customers, offering superb customer service.
• Use ofsite-specific equipment, machinery and handling chemicals
• Carrying out anyother reasonable management requests

• Good attention todetail
• 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 is required prior to starting
• 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.
• Accessto a range of nationally recognised courses to help further your career, via the Anchor Academy
• Auto Enrolment Pension (ifearnings reach the minimum requirement forauto-enrolment)
• Stream- access to pay as you earn it
• Cycleto Work Scheme Available
• Full uniform provided
• Free Employee Assistance Programme 24/7 including access to counselling
• Hospital Saturday Fund
• Rewardand Recognition awards

Othercompanies may call this role:
Cleaner, Housekeeper, Cleaning Specialist, Cleaning Personnel, Waste Management, Customer Cleanliness Service

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

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.