Lead Cleaner & Safety Supervisor

Dudley Academies Trust; Dudley; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

The Link Academy in Dudley is seeking a reliable Lead Cleaner to oversee our cleaning team and maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene across all areas of the academy.

You will supervise staff, manage cleaning supplies, and support health and safety compliance. Duties include cleaning to specification, waste disposal, security (locking/unlocking) and routine equipment checks. A safety‑conscious, organised approach and willingness to training are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in leading cleaning teams and delivering high standards.
• Knowledge of health and safety requirements in a school environment.
• Ability to manage cleaning supplies and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee cleaning across all areas to specification.
• Supervise the cleaning team and arrange staff coverage.
• Manage cleaning supplies and stock levels.
• Support health and safety compliance and training.
• Assist with security duties (locking/unlocking).
• Conduct routine equipment checks and reporting.

Skills

Cleaning

Safety awareness

Team supervision

Equipment checks

Job description

The Link Academy in Dudley is seeking a reliable Lead Cleaner to oversee our cleaning team and maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene across all areas of the academy.

You will supervise staff, manage cleaning supplies, and support health and safety compliance. Duties include cleaning to specification, waste disposal, security (locking/unlocking) and routine equipment checks. A safety‑conscious, organised approach and willingness to training are essential.