Temporary Housekeeping Supervisor

Select Appointments; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay rate

Immediate start

Historic college setting

Job summary

Select Appointments is seeking an experienced Housekeeping Supervisor to join a Cambridge college on a temporary basis for around 3 months. You will supervise the housekeeping team, manage daily room turnarounds, and uphold high cleanliness standards across student rooms, guest spaces and shared areas.

The role requires flexibility to work 37.5 hours per week, with occasional weekend shifts during busy periods and an immediate start for a dynamic operational environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a housekeeping supervisory or team leader role.
• Flexibility to work 37.5 hours per week, including occasional weekends.
• Right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Team supervision to maintain high cleanliness standards.
• Daily operations: manage room allocations, rotas, and turnarounds.
• Quality assurance: inspect student rooms and common areas.
• Inventory: monitor linen, cleaning chemicals, and equipment.
• Health & safety: ensure COSHH compliance and safe practices.

Skills

Team leadership

Detail-oriented

Flexible hours

Right to work UK

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 for around 3 months. 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.