Job Description

Hours:

18 per week

We are looking for individuals with flexibility who are able to work Monday to Sunday between 8am and 2pm.

About Wellington Lodge, Cheetham

Wellington Lodge is a warm and welcoming residential setting located in the heart of Cheetham. Our community prides itself on providing a safe, comfortable, and homely environment where residents are treated with dignity, respect, and genuine care. With a committed team and a strong sense of community spirit, Wellington Lodge is a place where staff feel valued and residents enjoy a high standard of living supported by compassionate professionals.

Role Overview

As a Housekeeper, you will play an essential role in ensuring that our home remains clean, pleasant, and safe for residents and visitors. This includes maintaining high standards of cleanliness in both individual living areas and shared communal spaces. You will ensure cleaning products are used correctly and safely, following all instructions and health and safety procedures at all times.

Required Knowledge & Experience

Customer Service NVQ2 would be advantageous. Previous cleaning experience and product knowledge is desirable. Understanding of safe use of cleaning products. Knowledge of cleaning procedures and equipment (e.g., carpet cleaners). Understanding of data protection, confidentiality, and safeguarding of vulnerable adults. Awareness of workplace health and safety, including COSHH.

Required Skills

Well-organised with strong time management. Friendly personality with excellent interpersonal and empathy skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Able to prioritise tasks and plan effectively around resident needs.

Anchor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We have active BAME, LGBT+ and Disabled colleague networks that help shape our policies, celebrate diversity, and empower our teams. We recruit, train, and promote without discrimination based on race, religion, colour, sex or gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, or any other protected characteristic. Respect is one of our core values, and we do not tolerate harassment or discrimination from any colleague, resident, or third party.


Please note: All applicants must already have the legal right to work in the UK to apply for this role.


Wellington Lodge in Cheetham, Manchester is home to well trained and helpful staff with rooms for up to 32 residents. At Anchor, we pride ourselves in providing 24-hour care and specialised services for elderly people, the beauty of our grounds, the quality of our catering and our engaging activities we deliver.


CQC rating of 'Good' with a 9.6 star review on Carehome.co.uk Development opportunities to complete Care qualifications or progressing into senior roles Good transportation links with easy access from Manchester. Abraham Moss tram station is a 10 minute walk from the home In house Bistro and quiet lounge

Anchor - a great place to work

Anchor is England's largest not-for-profit providers of care and housing for older people. Our heartfelt ambition is to transform housing and care so everyone can have a home where they love living in later life.


We're not-for-profit which means every penny we make or save is invested in the people who live with us, the places they live and the people who work here. That means a better standard of care and customer service, better wages, more investment in training and development and improved facilities.

A rewarding environment

From health and happiness to finance and your career, we'll give you all the support you need.

Health & happiness

Gym, fitness and wellbeing discounts Mental health support Flexible working options

Finance

Pension plan - contribute between 4% and 8% and we'll match it or better Quick and easy pension transfer service Savings and financial advice, loans, free life assurance Discounts on shopping, holidays, phones, technology and more

Career

Ongoing personal and professional development programme Leadership Pathways online learning resources Career progression and promotion opportunities

To see our full range of benefits, check out our dedicated rewards website

Celebrating diversity, celebrating you

Anchor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We aim to celebrate diversity and inclusion in all that we do, as we know that the more diverse our colleagues are, the better care and support we can give to our residents and each other.


We are proud to have an LGBT+ group for our residents, and also Disability, LGBT+ and race and ethnicity colleague networks. These work to celebrate diversity, address concerns, review policy and practice and empower their members. We also have an Inclusive Ambassador network to allow all colleagues to be part of promoting diversity and to be an ally to others.


We are a member of Inclusive Employers, a Stonewall Diversity Champion and a signatory to the Care Leaver Covenant and HouseProud Pledge schemes.