Cleaning Team Leader

Independents by Sodexo; Castle Cary; Remote; GBP 15,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Sodexo is seeking a proactive Cleaning Team Leader for the Mars manufacturing site in Castle Cary. You will coordinate the day-to-day cleaning activities, ensuring high standards of cleanliness, hygiene and safety.

This hands-on role requires leading by example, supporting colleagues, and ensuring tasks are completed to required standards. Monday–Friday 6:00am–2:00pm with occasional weekend cover; £13.40 per hour.

Qualifications

• Experience in cleaning or hygiene roles, preferably in manufacturing.
• Experience supporting or leading a team is advantageous.
• Solid understanding of health and safety procedures.
• Hands-on, proactive leadership approach.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Clear and confident communication skills.
• Able to work as part of a team and support others.

Responsibilities

• Report safety, quality, equipment or maintenance concerns promptly.
• Lead and organise the cleaning and hygiene team day-to-day.
• Work alongside the team to maintain high cleaning standards.
• Promote a strong health and safety culture and Zero Harm mindset.
• Assist with training, induction and buddying of new team members.
• Monitor standards and escalate concerns to the Supervisor.
• Manage PPE stock, records, ordering and issuance.
• Foster a positive, collaborative one-team environment.

Skills

Team leadership

Health and safety

Attention to detail

Communication

Teamwork

Proactive

Hands-on

Job description

Job Title: Cleaning Team Leader
Location: Castle Cary
Contract: Permanent – Full Time 37.5 hours per week
Working Pattern: Monday to Friday, 6:00am–2:00pm, with flexibility and potential to cover occasional weekend shifts when required.
Rate of Pay: £13.40 per hour

About the Role

We are looking for a proactive and hands-on Cleaning Team Leader to join our team at the Mars manufacturing site in Castle Cary.

Supporting the Cleaning & Hygiene Supervisor, you’ll help coordinate the day-to-day activities of the cleaning team, ensuring high standards of cleanliness, hygiene and safety are maintained across the site.

This is a hands-on role, so you’ll work alongside the team while providing guidance, supporting new colleagues and helping ensure cleaning activities are completed safely and to the required standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Report any safety, quality, equipment or maintenance concerns promptly
• Support the day-to-day organisation and leadership of the cleaning and hygiene team
• Take a hands-on approach, working alongside the team to maintain high cleaning standards
• Promote a strong health and safety culture and Zero Harm Mindset
• Support the training, induction and buddying of new team members
• Monitor cleaning standards and elevate any concerns to the Cleaning & Hygiene Supervisor
• Manage PPE stock, including maintaining records, ordering and issuing supplies
• Help create a positive, collaborative one-team environment

What We’re Looking For

• Previous cleaning or hygiene experience, ideally within a manufacturing or similar environment
• Experience supporting or leading a team would be beneficial
• Good understanding of health and safety procedures
• A hands-on, proactive approach to leadership
• Excellent attention to detail
• Clear and confident communication skills
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and support others
• A strong commitment to maintaining high standards of cleanliness, hygiene and safety

What We Offer

Working with Sodexo is more than a job it’s a chance to be part of something greater. You’ll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you’ll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you’ll be able to thrive in your own way. In addition, we offer a range of resources, rewards and benefits for our colleagues and their families.

About Sodexo

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better every day for everyone to build a better life for all. We are a global leader in services that improve Quality of Life, operating in 55 countries and serving over 100 million consumers each day. We believe in creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.