Cleaning Supervisor

Kindred; Colchester; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee development programs

Competitive salary

Wellbeing Scheme

Work With Charities

Employee of the Month

Culture of recognition

On the job learning

Progression opportunities

Job summary

Kindred is seeking a dedicated Cleaning Supervisor to lead an on-site cleaning team at our Colchester location. Based in Norman Way, Colchester CO3 3US, you will guide, train and oversee daily operations to maintain the highest standards of cleanliness and hygiene.

Your role focuses on team leadership, scheduling, inspections, and resource management, ensuring timely delivery of services and strict adherence to health and safety regulations.

Qualifications

• Experience in cleaning supervision or management.
• Ability to commit to fixed shift pattern.
• Reliable commute to site location.
• Able to handle physical role requirements and adjust as needed.
• Strong communication in English (not necessarily native).

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate cleaning team on-site.
• Conduct inspections to ensure cleanliness and safety standards.
• Manage stock of cleaning materials and supplies.
• Develop and implement efficient work schedules for operations.

Skills

Leadership

Team motivation

Health & Safety knowledge

English communication

Job description

Kindred are looking for a hardworking and reliable cleaning supervisor to be based in an educational building located in Colchester.

Pay rate: £14.44 per hour.

Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 17:00 - 22:00

Location: Norman Way, Colchester CO3 3US

About The Role

Join Kindred, an award-winning facilities management company, where your leadership will elevate our commitment to excellence. We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Cleaning Supervisor to inspire and guide our dedicated cleaning team. In this pivotal role, you will ensure our client sites consistently meet the highest standards of cleanliness and hygiene, directly contributing to Kindred's reputation for outstanding service.

As a key leader in our on-site operations, you will:

• Empower and motivate your team through comprehensive training and ongoing support.
• Conduct thorough inspections, ensuring strict adherence to health & safety regulations and our rigorous quality standards.
• Efficiently manage stock levels of cleaning materials and supplies, optimising resources.
• Develop and implement effective work schedules, allocating tasks to ensure seamless and efficient workflow.

Minimum requirements

• Previous cleaning or supervising experience.
• Must be able to commit to working hours as these hours are fixed.
• Can reliably commute to the site location.
• Able to complete the physical demands of the role with reasonable adjustments.
• Complete tasks within a specified timeframe.
• An ability to communicate in English, although English as a first language is not a requirement.

Additional Information

Kindred are proud to be a silver holder of the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme.

Kindred is a disability-confident employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds. We will support any reasonable adjustments to ensure a safe and inclusive working environment.

Contact Us

If you wish to disclose confidentially that you have disability or are an armed forces veteran, please email: [e-mail]

If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process, please also use the same email address.

Required Criteria

• Able to fulfil the fixed shift patterns of the role.
• Demonstrated ability to ensure the highest standards of cleanliness and hygiene.
• Strong leadership and team motivation skills.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations relevant to cleaning operations.
• Experience in managing stock levels of cleaning materials and supplies.

Desired Criteria

• Experience within the cleaning or facilities management industry.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations (e.g., COSHH).
• Proficiency in basic computer applications for tasks such as scheduling and reporting.
• Relevant certifications in cleaning or facilities management.
• Proven experience as a Cleaning Supervisor.

About The Company

As a rapidly growing and award-winning facilities management company, we’re proud to employ more than 2,500 people across the UK. The size and scale of our organisation mean we offer a wide variety of roles to suit different skills and ambitions. These range from Cleaning Operatives, Supervisors and Regional Managers in our Operations teams to opportunities in Finance, Payroll, Sales, Marketing and more.

Company Culture

At Kindred, our people are the heart of our business. Guided by our core values of Making Connections, Being Bold, Behaving with Integrity, and Community Spirit, we’ve built a culture that thrives on respect, inclusivity, open communication and collaboration. We’re looking for individuals who want to be part of an ambitious and expanding business, who value teamwork, and who share our commitment to giving back to the communities we serve and protecting the planet. You’ll have access to tailored training, development opportunities, and recognition for going above and beyond. We celebrate our people and their achievements at every step.

Company Benefits

• Employee development programs
• Competitive salary
• Wellbeing Scheme
• Work With Charities
• Employee of the Month
• Culture of recognition
• On the job learning
• Progression opportunities

At Kindred, our employees are the heart of our business. We are dedicated to creating a work environment that is not only safe and supportive but also fosters your personal and professional growth.

Salary

£14.44 per hour