School Cleaning Supervisor

Atlas Family; Leighton Buzzard; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free uniform

Career progression opportunities

Financial wellbeing support (Stream)

Job summary

Atlas Family is seeking a Cleaning Supervisor to oversee on-site cleaning operations at client premises in the UK. You will receive induction and training in the first week and will be responsible for delivering the cleaning specification while maintaining high standards of customer care.

You should have cleaning experience, the ability to perform physical tasks, and a basic level of spoken English for safety and communication. DBS check and right to work in the UK are required.

Qualifications

• Experience in commercial cleaning operations.
• Basic spoken English required for safety and communication.
• Willingness to work on-site and follow instructions.
• DBS check and right to work in the UK are required.
• Physical ability to perform cleaning tasks.

Responsibilities

• On-site cleaning supervision and delivery of cleaning specification.
• Induction and on-the-job training within first week.
• Provide high standard customer care across shift hours.
• Handle site equipment and cleaning materials with training.
• Replenish consumables (towels, soap, toilet paper, bin liners).
• Empty litter bins into waste/recycling containers.
• Ensure cleaning meets high standards at all times.
• Maintain Health and Safety standards at all times.
• Work effectively as part of Atlas team.

Skills

Cleaning experience

English proficiency (basic)

Health and safety awareness

Job description

We are looking to recruit a Cleaning Supervisor at our client's premises. We are looking for someone who wants to make a difference in their working environment and feel proud about the work they do, if this sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you! If you are enthusiastic, take pride in your work and have great attention to detail you'll fit in perfectly with our award-winning team.

What makes this job amazing?

• Full learning and support from Atlas. (We believe in our people and want you to do well). Learning and Support will be a mixture of on-the-job training, tool box talks and discussions with your Supervisor/Manager about opportunities within the business.
• Stream - our financial wellbeing and benefits platform which provides you with real-time access to earned wages, information to improve your financial health, and discounts/savings at leading retailers and supermarkets.
• The ability to progress your career within Atlas.
• Learning and development lead by you: support in areas you like or want to learn more about.
• Free uniform, which is comfy, sustainable and easy to take care of.
• The opportunity to work amongst people who value and support each other, achieving great results.

What you’ll be doing:

• As part of the Atlas Family, you’ll dedicate your time on site to going the extra mile and seamlessly meeting the needs of Atlas’ clients.
• You’ll be inducted at the start of your contract and Atlas will train you within your first week of work. You’ll learn how to deliver the cleaning specification, and understand what Atlas require of you as a cleaning supervisor at our client's site.
• Providing a high standard of customer care through your focus across different shift hours.
• Handling site-based equipment and cleaning materials (don't worry you will get full training).
• Replenishing consumables such as, paper towels, soap, toilet paper and bin liners.
• Emptying all litter bins into appropriate waste & recycling containers.
• Ensuring cleaning is completed to the highest standards at all time.
• Maintain Health and Safety standards at all times. Atlas will make sure you're fully prepared so that you can begin with a full understanding of what to look out for.
• Working within a team that goes the extra mile.

Are excited about making a difference Have a positive and friendly attitude Are local to the area If you are enthusiastic, take pride in your work and have great attention to detail you’ll fit in perfectly with our award-winning team.

All you need is:

• An attitude to thrive, and cleaning experience.
• Ability to carry out the physical aspects of the role.
• We require all of our employees have a basic level of spoken English. This is for communication on safety, and your confidence communicating with members of the public and the management team at our client's site.
• Good social skills to deliver service with a smile.
• We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates; however, please be aware that we are unable to sponsor work visas. All applicants must have an existing legal right to work in the UK.
• An enhanced DBS check.
• Two satisfactory references are required as part of the recruitment process for this role.

Who are we?

Atlas is a family of people drawn together by a passion for creating happiness in others. Founded in 1986 and 100% owned by our employees, we are now one of the fastest-growing business support companies in the UK, providing cleaning, security, pest and other support services to a wide range of companies, from globally recognised brands to small local businesses. Our success is down to one thing; the passion and commitment of our extended family, who together we deliver happiness across thousands of client sites every single day. To ensure we remain focused on our purpose as we grow, we recruit first and foremost on our values so for those committed to living them alongside us, there is no better place to work. Our Purpose To create happiness in ourselves and others We approach work and life with a sense of fun, optimism and belief, and strive to have a positive impact on the world around us. We show kindness and compassion to all those we meet, ensuring everyone is safe and healthy. We deliver on our promises and go the extra mile every day. Our Values We are a family Just like any other family, we laugh, cry, celebrate and commiserate together. We may come from many different backgrounds, but we’re always there when it really matters. Whether it’s with practical help and support, or simply a mug of tea and a shoulder to cry on. Sharing makes us stronger Knowledge is more powerful when its shared. Which is why we share everything - our ideas, our expertise, our news and most-of-all our time. Show humility. Share and work together, and anything is possible. Own your space You are Atlas. Don’t be afraid to make decisions. Use your time wisely and treat every pound as if it was coming from your own pocket. Be honest. Always. Have the courage to do the right thing, even when no-one is watching. Whether it’s owning up to a mistake, having a difficult conversation, or simply arguing a point you feel passionate about. Be yourself. Authenticity breeds trust. Trust brings happiness. Treat clients like our best friends If we’re a family, then our clients are our best friends. Friends who you can be completely open and honest with, because they trust you to put their interests first. We take the time to listen to what’s going on in our client’s lives and pull out all the stops to make them feel happy. Start with Wow And never settle for less. Create time to focus on quality and prioritise long‑term solutions over short‑term fixes. Constantly seek opportunities to learn from others, and if something doesn’t make sense, shout. Always ask yourself if there is more we can do to bring happiness to those around us. Don’t just talk. Do. We are a business that thrives on doing. The more we do, the more we succeed. Embrace change. Keep it simple. Keep meetings short. Plan just enough to succeed. And then get on with it. Atlas commits to be an Equal Opportunities Employer and as such aims to ensure that no employee or job applicant receives less favourable treatment or are placed at a disadvantage by imposed conditions or requirements which cannot be shown to be justified because of a protected characteristic. Atlas strives to see its workforce broadly reflecting the community in which its operation is based.