Cleaning Team Leader

Sodexo; Preston; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Sodexo as a Cleaning Team Leader at HMRC Preston, where you'll oversee a team of cleaning operatives to ensure high-quality service delivery. With a focus on leading and training your team, you'll maintain cleaning standards, manage schedules, and ensure compliance with health and safety procedures. Enjoy a supportive work environment with benefits that promote your well-being, career development, and a work-life balance.

Benefits

Mental health & wellbeing support

Employee Assistance Programme

24/7 virtual GP

Discounts for you & family

Financial tools & retirement plan

Cycle to Work

Paid volunteering day

Qualifications

• Experience performing a range of cleaning tasks to a high standard.
• Supervisory or team leadership experience is desirable.
• Basic literacy and numeracy skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate, and manage a team of cleaning operatives.
• Organise and oversee daily cleaning schedules.
• Conduct regular audits and inspections to monitor performance.

Skills

Cleaning Standards

Leadership

Communication

IT Skills

Education

NVQ in Cleaning or related field

BICSc COPC or Assessors Certificate

Job description

• 30 hours per week
• Monday - Friday - 13:30-20:00
• £13.00 per hour
• Car parking

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Job Introduction

Are you passionate about maintaining high cleaning standards and leading a team to success? We're looking for an experienced Cleaning Team Leader at HMRC Preston to oversee a team of cleaning operatives and ensure the delivery of a consistently high-quality service to our valued clients.

What You'll Do:

• Lead, motivate, and manage a team of cleaning operatives to ensure a consistently high standard of cleaning is delivered to meet client expectations

• Organise and oversee daily cleaning schedules, ensuring all work is completed efficiently and thoroughly

• Train new and existing staff in cleaning procedures, legal and safety standards, and client-specific requirements, ensuring full compliance

• Conduct regular team briefings to maintain clear communication and alignment with company objectives

• Carry out cleaning audits and inspections to monitor performance and identify areas for improvement

• Support and undertake cleaning duties when necessary, setting a high standard for the team

• Ensure all health and safety procedures are followed, including proper use of PPE, COSHH compliance, and colour coding policies

• Promptly report any safety risks, equipment faults, or building defects to the cleaning manager or client contact

• Act as the main point of contact for the client on-site, maintaining a professional and positive relationship

• Attend client meetings and respond to any client issues or requests in a timely and effective manner

• Manage stock levels by ordering and distributing cleaning consumables to ensure availability

• Monitor and maintain cleaning equipment to ensure it is safe and fully operational

• Accurately collate and submit payroll information and complete all required administrative tasks on time

• Maintain detailed records of staff training, audits, inventory, and service-related documentation

• Ensure the cleaning offer is fully delivered, up to date, and compliant with internal and client standards

What You Bring:

• Proven experience performing a range of cleaning tasks to a high standard

• Basic literacy and numeracy skills

• Confident using computers and basic IT systems

Desirable:

• Supervisory or team leadership experience

• NVQ in Cleaning or related field

• BICSc COPC or Assessors Certificate

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:

• Mental health & wellbeing support
• Employee Assistance Programme for personal, legal, and financial advice
• 24/7 virtual GP & lifestyle rewards
• Discounts for you & family
• Financial tools & retirement plan
• Cycle to Work & Paid volunteering day

Ready to be part of something greater? Apply today!