Domestic Team Leader

hireful; Oakham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000

Job description

Domestic Team Leader

Contract: Permanent
Hours: Part time
Salary: £18,051.12 per annum

We are seeking an experienced cleaner with supervisory experience to play a key role leading a team of Domestic Cleaners at Uppingham School.

Our cleaners help to provide a home from home for pupils by cleaning the houses and central buildings to the highest of standards.

Your responsibilities will include:

1. Organising cleaning schedules for cleaning staff
2. Providing induction training for new staff members, and coaching, mentoring, and motivating staff members
3. Undertaking checks of cleaning standards
4. Monitoring and controlling cleaning product stock
5. Leading on laundry within agreed timescales
6. Reporting equipment faults and acting appropriately to ensure faulty equipment is not used until repaired or replaced

You will need to be courteous to colleagues and pupils and provide a welcoming environment to parents, contractors, conference delegates, and other visitors.

The ability to work independently to complete the daily/weekly tasks assigned by your line manager to a high standard is essential.

In depth knowledge of cleaning procedures and effective communication skills are equally important.

Working Hours

You will work 6 days per week on a rota basis, 36 weeks per year, plus an additional 105 annual clean down hours.

The hours of work are expected to be 8.30am – 2.25pm.

In addition, house staff are required to work additional hours at school events throughout the year.

What we offer:

When you join us, you become part of a community that appreciates and supports its team members.

You will enjoy a range of benefits that reflects our appreciation:

1. 50% Contribution towards premiums for the School’s private health scheme
2. Discount on School fees
3. Discount at a local nursery in Uppingham
4. 25% Discount on holiday club fees for children of Uppingham staff
5. Westfield healthcare
6. Westfield Rewards which gives discounts at various retailers, gyms, cinemas, and restaurants
7. Contributory pension scheme
8. Employee Assistance Programme
9. In house Occupational Health Service
10. Membership to dual-use Sports Centre (with a £25 annual joining fee)
11. Free staff lunches during term-time
12. Free annual Flu vaccinations
13. Complimentary staff ticket for select School performances
14. Cycle to Work scheme
15. Recognised as a “Disability Confident” employer
16. Recognised as a “Mindful” employer
17. Recognised as “Investors in Diversity”

For further details and to apply please click the apply button.
Deadline for applications: 28th March 2025, 9am.

Uppingham School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Successful candidates must be willing to undergo full screening in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSiE), including an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. Issues relating to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils will be explored at interview.