Housekeeping Services Supervisor
Downing CollegeOverview
Information for the role of Housekeeping Services Supervisor
Salary £13,890 per annum for 20 hours per week. An excellent opportunity to join a prestigious organization in a varied and fulfilling role within a small friendly team. Your day-to-day duties will include:
- Supervising the Domestic Assistants to ensure the delivery of a timely and efficient Housekeeping Service
- Liaising with student residents to encourage responsible use and care of residential facilities
- Management of attendance, performance, and conduct
- Assisting the Head Housekeeper and Cleaning Services Manager with their responsibilities
- Liaising with other departments, including Maintenance and Accommodation, as required
To be considered for this role, you will need to have:
- GCSE Grade C (or above) in Maths or English or equivalent
- Substantial experience in a Housekeeping supervisory role within a hospitality environment
- A positive track record for problem-solving
- Detailed knowledge of cleaning products and their application
- A thorough understanding of Housekeeping responsibilities
- Good understanding of Health & Safety provisions, including COSHH
- Ability to lift, move, and bend in accordance with Risk Assessments
- Proficiency in emails and databases
- A good command of the English language
The ideal candidate will be a team player with a flexible approach to tasks and the ability to work without direct supervision, prioritizing a busy workload.
Details of the role
The position is a permanent part-time role, with anticipated administrative duties making up 10% of weekly working time. Work hours are 20 hours per week (Monday-Friday), with some weekend work required, for which notice will be given. There is potential for flexibility on start/finish times.
The annual salary is £13,890 per annum for 20 hours per week, with an attractive benefits package that includes:
- 33 days’ holiday (including Bank Holidays) (pro rata if part-time)
- Discretionary Bonus scheme
- Free College lunches on working days
- Pension scheme (with matched contribution up to 10%)
- 24/7 access to Employee Assistance programme
- Healthcare Cash scheme (e.g., for prescriptions, dental, optical, physiotherapy)
- Free Life Assurance cover
- Optional subsidized private medical and dental schemes
- Cycle purchase scheme for substantial savings
- Free use of on-site Gym facilities
- Free on-site Car parking
- Social events
- An additional Day Off for your Birthday!
A full list of benefits is available from the College’s HR Office.