Housekeeping Team Leader (Support)

Robinson College University of Cambridge; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

An established institution is seeking a dedicated Housekeeping Operative Team Leader to inspire and lead a team in maintaining exceptional cleanliness standards. This role offers a flexible working schedule, typically 37 hours a week, with shifts that may vary. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills and a passion for cleaning, ensuring a motivating environment for the team. In return, the College provides an attractive benefits package, including generous annual leave, a contributory pension scheme, and opportunities for training and development. If you are ready to make a significant impact in a vibrant community, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Uniform provided

Contributory pension scheme

Death in service benefit

Free lunch

Enhanced sick pay

Training and development opportunities

Cycle to Work scheme

Free parking

Subsidised travel on U bus

Qualifications

• Passionate about cleaning with a motivating attitude.
• Experience in supervising others is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of housekeeping operatives to deliver high standards.
• Work flexible shifts to meet the demands of a busy conference trade.

Skills

Cleaning

Team Leadership

Communication Skills

Flexibility

Job description

The College is seeking to appoint a full time Housekeeping Operative Team Leader (Support) to work 37 hours per week. You will work over a 7-day working week as per the rota set by your line manager. The shifts will usually be rostered for 5 days per week.

Flexible working will be required to cover a variety of shifts that will typically be 8.5 hours long, between the hours of 7.00am – 15.30pm. Early start time.
The College has a very busy Conference trade, therefore the flexibility to carry out some additional hours is essential.

The successful applicant must be passionate about cleaning, with a motivating attitude that inspires others. You must be able to work well as part of a team and be committed to delivering the highest level of housekeeping. Experience of supervising others is preferred. Excellent communication skills are essential.

In return we offer a great package of benefits:

1. 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays (pro rata for part time appointments), increasing with length of service up to an additional 5 days
2. Uniform provided
3. Contributory auto-enrolment pension scheme
4. Death in service benefit of 2x salary
5. Free lunch in College
6. Enhanced sick pay after qualifying period
7. Enhanced family friendly pay after qualifying period
8. Access to a benefits website which provides savings and discounts on a wide variety of purchases, as well as days out, gift cards and other offers
9. Cycle to Work scheme
10. Training and development opportunities
11. Free parking may be available subject to capacity
12. Access to University Card with subsidised travel on U bus between Madingley Road Park and Ride or Cambridge Train Station and the College

For an informal chat please contact Aleksandra Kucharska, Housekeeping Operations Manager on 01223 768902 or email: [e-mail].

Completed applications should be emailed to [e-mail] or be posted to HR Department, Robinson College, Cambridge, CB3 9AN.

Closing date for applications: Monday 28 October 2024 at 9.00am
Interviews: Scheduled ad hoc with suitable candidates.