School Cleaning Supervisor: Lead a Team (DBS-Checked)

Job Advert; Leighton Buzzard; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

BEDFORDPERM is recruiting a Cleaning Supervisor for a school in Leighton Buzzard. You will supervise the day-to-day cleaning team, organise rotas, and coordinate deep cleans during holidays while maintaining high standards of cleanliness and safety.

Enhanced DBS clearance is required on the UpdateService. The role is full-time, 25–30 hour weeks, permanent, with pro rata pay depending on hours and experience.

Qualifications

• Previous experience supervising or managing a team of cleaning staff.
• Experience working within an industrial or educational cleaning environment.
• Enhanced DBS clearance, or willingness to undergo an Enhanced DBS check.
• A friendly, approachable and welcoming manner.
• High standards of cleanliness, hygiene and attention to detail.
• Good organisational and time-management skills.
• Ability to motivate, support and communicate effectively with a team.
• A reliable, flexible and proactive approach to work.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate the day-to-day cleaning team, ensuring high standards of cleanliness and hygiene throughout the school.
• Organise staff rotas, allocate duties and monitor staff performance.
• Plan and coordinate deep cleans during school holidays and additional cleaning following lettings.
• Train and support cleaning staff, including recruiting and appointing new team members.
• Undertake cleaning duties and provide cover for absent staff when required.
• Ensure cleaning materials and equipment are available, stored correctly and replenished when necessary.
• Monitor cleaning standards, maintain relevant records and ensure all areas are left clean, safe and secure.
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with school policies and procedures.
• Undertake any other duties appropriate to the level and responsibility of the role.

Skills

Team supervision

Educational cleaning

Communication

Attention to detail

Organisation

Motivation & support

Reliability & flexibility

Job description

BEDFORDPERM is recruiting a Cleaning Supervisor for a school in Leighton Buzzard. You will supervise the day-to-day cleaning team, organise rotas, and coordinate deep cleans during holidays while maintaining high standards of cleanliness and safety.

Enhanced DBS clearance is required on the UpdateService. The role is full-time, 25–30 hour weeks, permanent, with pro rata pay depending on hours and experience.