Working Cleaning Supervisor

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  • Job reference: SDX/TP/1046678/154553
  • Location: Eltham
  • Job type: Part Time - 32.5hrs pw 8:30 -15:30
  • Salary: £15.30 ph + excellent benefits
  • Closing date: 13 March 2026
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About the role

Working Cleaning Supervisor

  • Fixed term Contract 12 months

  • University of Greenwich, Avery Hill Rd, Eltham, London SE9 2UG

  • Monday to Friday 08.30 to 15.30

  • 32.5hrs pw

  • £15.30 per hour

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At Sodexo, we believe that a clean, safe, and welcoming environment makes all the difference. We are now looking for a Working Cleaning Supervisor to lead and support our cleaning team at the University of Greenwich, ensuring the highest standards across student residences and campus facilities.

This is a hands-on leadership role where you will supervise, motivate, and support your team, while actively contributing to daily cleaning operations to ensure service excellence is consistently delivered.

What You’ll Do

  • Supervise and support the Cleaning Team to deliver high-quality services in line with SLAs and KPIs.

  • Actively participate in cleaning duties to maintain standards and provide hands-on support during busy periods.

  • Plan and manage staff rotas in collaboration with the Residence Manager, ensuring adequate cover for holidays and sickness.

  • Maintain a full understanding of cleaning standards, specifications, and required completion timeframes across all assigned areas.

  • Allocate and monitor reactive and planned tasks issued via the Helpdesk, including support during peak periods such as Summer School and accommodation changeovers.

  • Conduct regular quality audits, driving continuous improvement and maintaining high service standards.

  • Ensure full compliance with Health & Safety, COSHH, hygiene, and fire safety regulations, promoting safe systems of work and accurate incident reporting.

  • Control cleaning materials and equipment, undertaking stock checks, maintaining inventory records, and ensuring all equipment is safe and properly maintained.

For a full list of responsibilities please view the attached job description

What You Bring

  • Previous cleaning experience (supervisory experience desirable)

  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills

  • Ability to lead and motivate a team

  • Good understanding of health & safety practices

  • Basic IT skills

  • A proactive, flexible approach to work

  • High personal standards of hygiene and presentation

What We Offer

  • Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater. You’ll belong to a company and team that values you for you. You’ll act with purpose, making an impact through your everyday actions, and you’ll thrive in your own way.

  • Unlimited access to an online platform offering mental health and wellbeing support.

  • Employee Assistance Programme to help with everyday issues or larger problems, including legal and financial advice.

  • Access to a free health and wellbeing app that rewards you for maintaining a healthy lifestyle and offers a 24-hour virtual GP.

  • The Sodexo Discounts Scheme for great deals available 24/7 (also open to friends and family).

  • Money insights and financial benefits through the Salary Finance Platform.

  • Save for your future by becoming a member of the Sodexo Retirement Plan.

  • Death in Service benefit for colleagues who pass away while employed by Sodexo.

  • Opportunities for growth and success throughout your career at Sodexo, including various learning and development tools.

  • Cycle to Work Scheme to promote environmental sustainability while keeping fit.

  • Volunteering Opportunities to support worthwhile causes in our communities.

  • A flexible and dynamic work environment.

  • Competitive compensation.

  • Full training and protective uniform supplied.

Ready to be part of something greater? Apply today!

Sodexo and our clients are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Certain roles will require applicants to undergo screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (UK) and/or Disclosure Scotland (Scotland).

Note:

Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we receive a high number of 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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    Marco, Cleaning Manager

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