Working with us means being part of something bigger. If you care about people and want your work to matter, you’ll feel right at home here. Real impact: It’s simple, everything we do is for the people of Wythenshawe. Room to grow: Whether you’re starting out or stepping up to your next role, we’ll support you all the way with the training and support you need. Community feel: We know each other’s names. We help each other out. Flexible working: We trust you to get the job done your way. Why we’re different We put people first, and we mean it. In 2024, we picked up some great awards: Excellence in Company Culture and Employee Development– Northern Housing Awards Employer of the Year– Women in Housing / Housing Heroes Awards And that’s all down to our amazing team, who make Wythenshawe Community Housing Group what it is.
Work as one team Be kind, inclusive and collaborative, celebrate success and build strong partnerships that support colleagues and deliver for our customers. Act with integrity Be honest, respect boundaries and do what’s right, build trust with colleagues and customers. Support aspiration Stay curious, share knowledge and create space for growth, so we can thrive and better serve our customers. Be courageous Speak up, take informed risks, and stay resilient, especially when it’s tough, because our customers count on us and we count on each other. Be practical Take pride in solving problems, keep it simple and maintain the highest standards.
We keep recruitment fair, friendly, and straightforward. Interview questions shared in advance, no surprises A chance to show who you are, not just your CV Inclusive, respectful, and accessible from start to finish As a Disability Confident Employer, we guarantee interviews for disabled applicants who meet the basic criteria. We also use anonymous shortlisting to keep things fair.
We get it — looking for your next job is a big deal. And we see recruitment as a two-way street. You’re choosing us just as much as we’re choosing you. So ask us anything you need to, to get to know us and make sure we’re the right fit for you 1 Apply Tell us who you are and why you’re a good fit. 2 Shortlist Our People team and the hiring manager have a read-through. 3 Interview We’ll invite you to meet us in person at one of our Wythenshawe locations. Before your interview, we’ll let you know exactly what to expect. 4 Feedback If it’s a match, we’ll be in touch. If the role isn’t right this time, we’ll still let you know
We offer apprenticeships in a range of roles, from electrical and plastering, to business admin and more: Learn from experienced professionals Get support and mentoring Get a recognised qualification Make valuable industry contacts All while earning the Real Living Wage. Register your interest Do you live in M22 or M23? Fill in our quick form to get an alert when our apprenticeships are open. If you have any questions, please email apprenticeships@wchg.org.uk Sign up for apprenticeship alerts Who are apprenticeships for? If you’re 16 or over and live in M22 or M23, you can apply, whatever your background or experience. There’s no upper age limit. Whether you’re just leaving school or looking for a change, we’d love to hear from you. When can I apply? Recruitment usually happens in the summer. Keep an eye on our website and social media from spring for updates. How long does an apprenticeship last? It depends on the trade: Electrical: around 4 years Grounds maintenance: around 2 years Most other trades (joinery, plastering, roofing, plumbing): around 3 years Can I apply if I live outside Wythenshawe? Our apprenticeships are for local residents because we reinvest in our community. If you live outside the area, the National Apprenticeship Service has thousands of opportunities. You can also look at other housing associations and local councils for similar roles. Am I guaranteed a job at the end? We can’t promise a job, but you’ll get support to help you into work, with us or elsewhere. Any suitable vacancies at the time will be open to apprentices.
