School Cleaning Supervisor

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  • Job reference: SDX/TP/1169817/159499
  • Location: Edinburgh
  • Job type: Full Time - 25 hours per week
  • Salary: £13.90 per hour
  • Closing date: 24 July 2026
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About the role

School Cleaning Supervisor

Edinburgh Academy Senior School, 42 Henderson Row, Edinburgh, EH3 5BL

Consistent Hours. Year-Round Stability. A Team You’ll Be Proud to Lead.

Hours:

25 hours per week, Monday – Friday, 3:00pm – 8:00pm
Additional Hours: Occasional weekend work depending on business needs
Pay: £13.90 per hour

Build a Role That Fits Around Your Life

Looking for a role that offers consistency, purpose, and the opportunity to make a real difference every day?

At Sodexo, here at Edinburgh Academy, we understand the importance of balancing work with life outside of it. That's why this role offers a reliable weekday schedule, giving you structure and stability while allowing your evenings and weekends to remain largely your own.

As part of our friendly and supportive team, you'll play a vital role in creating a clean, safe, and welcoming environment where pupils can learn, staff can thrive, and visitors feel welcome. Your leadership will help ensure that one of Edinburgh's most respected schools continues to maintain the highest standards every day.

The Role

We are looking for a proactive, hands-on School Cleaning Supervisor to lead cleaning operations at Edinburgh Academy Senior School.

This is more than a supervisory role - it's an opportunity to take pride in leading a dedicated team, setting high standards, and making a visible impact across the school. You'll be at the heart of ensuring the site remains clean, safe, and welcoming, while supporting and developing your team to deliver their very best.

What You'll Be Doing

  • Leading daily cleaning operations, including floor care and reactive cleaning tasks
  • Supporting, motivating, and organising your team through effective rota management and training
  • Carrying out audits, monthly performance checks, and safety walks
  • Managing cleaning materials and chemicals in line with COSHH regulations
  • Ensuring cleaning standards consistently meet Sodexo and client expectations
  • Monitoring performance, managing resources, and reporting incidents where required
  • Providing hands-on support and additional cover when needed

About You

You'll bring a positive, professional approach and enjoy leading by example. You take pride in maintaining high standards and know how to create an environment where people feel supported and motivated.

We're looking for someone with:

  • Experience within cleaning or housekeeping, ideally in a supervisory capacity
  • Strong organisational and communication skills
  • A hands-on approach and a willingness to support the team wherever needed
  • Knowledge of cleaning processes, Health & Safety, and COSHH regulations
  • High standards of professionalism, presentation, and personal hygiene
  • A commitment to delivering exceptional service and creating positive experiences for others

What We Offer

At Sodexo, we believe in recognising the value our colleagues bring every day. When you join us, you'll benefit from:

  • £13.90 per hour
  • A consistent Monday - Friday working pattern
  • On-site parking
  • Full training and uniform provided
  • Career development and progression opportunities
  • A supportive, inclusive, and professional working environment
  • The chance to build a long-term career with a global employer

Additional Benefits

  • 24/7 virtual GP access and mental health support
  • Employee Assistance Programme providing legal, financial, and emotional support
  • Exclusive Sodexo discounts for you, your family, and friends
  • Cycle to Work scheme
  • Pension scheme
  • Paid volunteering days to support causes you care about

Why Join Us?

  • Be part of a prestigious and well-established school community
  • Lead a dedicated and supportive team who take pride in their work
  • Enjoy the stability of consistent hours and a predictable schedule
  • Make a genuine difference to the daily experience of pupils, staff, and visitors
  • Develop your skills and grow your career with a company that invests in its people
  • Join a workplace where teamwork, respect, and wellbeing are truly valued

Safeguarding & Inclusion

Sodexo and Edinburgh Academy are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. As part of this commitment, this role is subject to a satisfactory PVG check.

We are proud to be a Disability Confident Leader and warmly welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, experiences, and communities. We believe that a diverse workforce makes us stronger and helps us create an environment where everyone can thrive.

Ready to Take the Next Step?

If you're looking for a rewarding leadership role with stability, flexibility, and the opportunity to make a real impact every day, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and become part of a team that helps Edinburgh Academy shine

Please note: We may close this vacancy early should we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

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KEY BENEFITS

  • 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.

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