Cleaning Team Leader
Be part of something greater.
- Job reference: SDX/TP/1022707/154021
- Location: London
- Job type: Part Time - 20 hours per week
- Salary: £ 14.50 per hour
- Closing date: 27 February 2026
About the role
- 20 hours per week
- £14.50 per hour
- Monday - Friday
- 5:30pm till 9:30pm
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We’re looking for a reliable, motivated, and hands-on Cleaning Team Leader to lead our evening cleaning team and help create a spotless, safe, and welcoming environment across the site. In this role, you’ll take pride in ensuring every task is completed efficiently and to the highest standards, while supporting and inspiring your team.
If you enjoy leading by example, taking ownership, and making a real difference in people’s day-to-day experience, this is the role for you. At Sodexo, your skills and leadership will help us deliver exceptional cleanliness, hygiene, and presentation, while keeping health & safety at the forefront.
What you'll do:
- Lead and coordinate the daily activities of the cleaning team, allocating duties and monitoring performance to maintain consistent, high standards.
- Ensure all cleaning tasks are completed on time and to specification through regular inspections and quality checks.
- Provide training, guidance, and ongoing support to team members, including new starters.
- Maintain compliance with health, safety, hygiene, and emergency procedures, reporting hazards and maintenance issues promptly.
- Manage cleaning materials, equipment, stock levels, and operate specialist machinery including carpet cleaning and hard floor scrubber machines.
- Support operational needs with hands-on cleaning, accurate documentation, team attendance oversight, and coordination of auditorium setups in line with daily schedules.
What you'll bring:
- Proven experience as a Cleaning Team Leader (or similar), with strong knowledge of cleaning procedures, materials, equipment, and quality standards.
- Demonstrated ability to monitor and maintain high cleaning standards with excellent attention to detail.
- Strong leadership, communication, and team-building skills, with the ability to train, motivate, and support staff.
- Effective time management and organisational skills, able to prioritise multiple tasks and solve problems promptly.
- Good understanding of workplace health, safety, and hygiene regulations.
- Physically capable of carrying out cleaning duties and operating equipment, with basic administrative and computer literacy skills.
What we offer:
Working with Sodexo is more than just a job — it’s a chance to be part of something greater. You’ll join a team that values you for who you are, supports your growth, and empowers you to make a real impact every day.
Benefits include:
- Access to wellbeing and mental health support through our online platform
- 24-hour virtual GP service
- Employee Assistance Programme (including financial, legal, and personal support)
- Sodexo Discounts Scheme – great deals for you, your friends, and family
- Mercer Aspire Pension Plan
- Learning and development opportunities to grow your career
- Bike to Work Scheme – stay fit while helping the planet
Excited to grow with a team that values you? Don’t wait—apply today, and let’s build something amazing together
KEY BENEFITS
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Advice and guidance
Get help with legal, financial, personal or work issues whenever you need it. -
Pension Plan
Save effectively for your future when you join the Sodexo Pension Plan. -
Wellbeing support
Unlimited access to online support for your mental health, 24/7. -
Generous leave
For holidays, care needs or major life events, we’ll help you rest and recharge. -
Discounts and savings
Enjoy great deals from leading retailers and use our Bike to Work scheme -
Virtual GP
24-hour access to video or phone consultations for you and your family.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
At our company, we believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. Roles at Sodexo are designed to empower individuals from all backgrounds. We are committed to creating an environment that values equity and supports the growth of all employees, ensuring that everyone can contribute to and benefit from our collective success.
Social Impact
Ever since we started, we’ve had a clear purpose – to do some good in our communities through helping people. Today, that purpose is still a huge part of who we are. And every one of our colleagues helps that happen.
We’re committed to volunteering our time, resources, skills and knowledge – more than 50% of colleagues contribute to thousands of volunteer hours every year. And our Charitable Foundation has now donated over £9 million to charities and good causes across the country.
London, United Kingdom, W2 6BD
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