Cleaning Supervisor

The Independent Schools Council; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Ipswich High School is seeking a Cleaning Supervisor to oversee our cleaning team on a split shift AM and PM. You will allocate duties, monitor standards, and ensure COSHH compliance, drawing on prior supervisory cleaning experience.

Located on a historic 87-acre campus on the banks of the River Orwell in Ipswich, the school encourages high performance and teamwork across a busy daily operation, with a commitment to maintaining a safe and clean learning environment.

Qualifications

• Has previous cleaning experience, ideally in a supervisory role.
• Is organised, reliable, and able to lead a team.
• Takes pride in maintaining high standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee cleaning team and allocate duties.
• Monitor cleaning standards across the site.
• Ensure health and safety compliance including COSHH.

Skills

Cleaning leadership

Team management

Communication

Job description

We are looking to appoint a Cleaning Supervisor to oversee our cleaning team working a split shift AM and PM. You will have previous experience in managing others as well as understanding cleaning processes, with good administrative skills including stock ordering and management. You will be responsible for allocating duties and monitoring standards of cleaning across the site, ensuring compliance with health and safety, including COSHH.

Located on an idyllic 87-acre campus on the banks of the River Orwell, Ipswich High School has 6 buildings plus Boarding House to maintain on a daily basis throughout the year.

We are looking for a candidate who:

• Has previous cleaning experience, ideally in a supervisory role
• Is organised, reliable, and able to lead a team effectively
• Takes pride in maintaining high standards
• Can work independently and use initiative
• Has good communication skills

Closing date: Friday, 18th September 2026 at 9am

Applications will be considered on receipt and we reserve the right to shortlist, interview and appoint before the closing date. Therefore, early applications are encouraged.