Facilities Supervisor | Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust; Sherborne; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A national healthcare provider in Sherborne is seeking an experienced Facilities Supervisor to lead the cleaning and catering teams. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in staff management and be knowledgeable about Infection Prevention Control and COSHH standards. Responsibilities include conducting audits, planning tasks, and training staff while ensuring a tidy environment. This full-time position supports a work-life balance with flexible hours.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a supervisor role is required.
• Experience managing staff is necessary.
• Full UK Driving License is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Carry out cleaning audits and office-based work.
• Ensure day-to-day tasks are met by the team.
• Maintain grounds to a tidy standard.
• Assist in recruitment and staff training.

Skills

Leadership

Staff management

Knowledge of Infection Prevention Control

Cleaning processes

Catering processes

Job description

Overview

Are you a supervisor looking to step into a Facilities Supervisor role? Join our friendly and supportive Facilities team at Yeatman Hospital in Sherborne.

As the Facilities Supervisor you will be knowledgeable in cleaning and catering processes and have an awareness of Infection Prevention Control and COSHH. You will have passion to learn how to lead a team and have experience with staff management.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out cleaning audits, pre‑planned maintenance, rota planning, and other office‑based work.
• Ensure day‑to‑day team tasks are met.
• Maintain grounds and gardens to a tidy and presentable standard.
• Assist in recruitment, induction, probationary period development and training of staff.
• Ensure correct work methods are observed.
• Ensure all personal and staff training is carried out and completed.

Key Requirements

• Previous experience in a similar supervisor role.
• Experience with staff management.
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Experience in cleaning and catering processes with knowledge of Infection Prevention Control and COSHH.
• Applicants requiring visa sponsorship are not eligible.

Working Hours

Full‑time Monday to Friday. Hours: 7:00 am to 3:00 pm, with one late shift fortnightly to support the evening team and one day a month on the weekend.

We promote a positive work‑to‑home life balance and can be flexible with start and finish times.

Contact

For queries, please contact [e-mail].

Equal Opportunities

We believe in equal opportunities and celebrate diversity. We’re an inclusive workplace where everyone is welcome, authentic, and encouraged to be the best version of themselves.

This advert closes on Wednesday 7 Jan 2026.