Housekeeping Supervisor

Select Recruitment Specialists Ltd; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 20,664 - 24,796; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Immediate start

Historic college setting

Competitive pay

Job summary

Select Recruitment Specialists Ltd in Cambridge is seeking an experienced Housekeeping Supervisor to manage the college's historic accommodation and facilities on a temporary basis.

You will lead a housekeeping team, oversee daily operations, and ensure COSHH and safety standards are met, with a 37.5-hour week and occasional weekends. Immediate start available in a dynamic, prestigious environment within a historic college.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a housekeeping supervisory or team leader role.
• Flexibility to work 37.5 hours per week, with occasional weekends.
• Strong eye for detail and high standards of delivery.
• Great communication and approachable leadership.
• Right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Guide, support, and inspect housekeeping team.
• Assist with room allocations, daily rotas, and turnarounds.
• Conduct regular inspections of student rooms, guest accommodation, and common areas.
• Monitor linen, cleaning chemicals, and equipment stock.
• Ensure COSHH and safe working practices are followed.

Skills

Team supervision

Hospitality experience

College experience

Communication skills

Flexibility

Job description

Contract Type: Temporary / Full-Time

Hours: 37.5 hours per week (some weekend work required during busy periods)

Start Date: Immediate start available

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and proactive Housekeeping Supervisor to join our clients team on a temporary basis. Supporting one of Cambridge s prestigious colleges, you will play a key role in ensuring their historic accommodation, dining spaces, and facilities are maintained to an exceptionally high standard.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced housekeeper or supervisor looking to jump straight into a dynamic operational environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Team Supervision: Guide, support, and inspect the work of the housekeeping team to maintain high standards of cleanliness.
• Daily Operations: Assist with room allocations, daily rotas, and ensuring turnarounds are completed efficiently.
• Quality Assurance: Conduct regular inspections of student rooms, guest accommodation, and common areas.
• Inventory & Supplies: Help monitor linen, cleaning chemicals, and equipment stock levels.
• Health & Safety: Ensure all team members adhere to COSHH standards and safe working practices.

What We re Looking For

• Proven experience in a housekeeping supervisory or team leader role (hospitality or higher education experience is a plus).
• Flexibility to work 37.5 hours per week, including occasional weekends during peak periods.
• Strong eye for detail and high standard of delivery.
• Great communication skills and an approachable leadership style.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure and adapt to daily college demands.
• Right to work in the UK.

Benefits

• Competitive pay rate of £15.00/hr;
• Full-time hours (37.5 hours per week).
• Immediate start available get straight to work.
• Inspiring working environment set within historic college grounds.