The Best Connection are seeking an experienced and proactive Housekeeping Team Leader to lead a small, dedicated team within a busy care environment in Chesterfield. Your work will help ensure a consistently clean, safe, and welcoming space across clinical and non-clinical areas, directly supporting patient and staff well being.
This is a hands-on role suited to someone who takes pride in high standards, leads by example, and thrives in a people-focused environment.
Key Responsibilities:
* Superrvise and support the housekeeping team to deliver high cleanliness standards
* Ensure compliance with COSHH, infection control, and health and safety regulations
* Conduct audits and regular quality checks, taking corrective action when needed
* Manage staff rotas, leave, and absences to ensure effective cover
* Foster a positive and supportive team culture
* Address performance or conduct issues with professionalism and care
* Support onboarding, training, and ongoing development of team members
* Work closely with clinical and operational teams to meet specialist cleaning needs
* Oversee stock ordering and control to maintain supplies and manage costs
What We're Looking For:
* Significant experience in housekeeping or cleaning services
* Strong understanding of cleanliness standards, infection control, and safety procedures
* Experience leading or supervising a team (healthcare, care, or hospitality background preferred)
* Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
* Ability to lead with empathy, fairness, and professionalism
* Confident communicator who can provide clear guidance and constructive feedback
* Comfortable using basic digital tools for rotas, reporting, and communication
Desirable Skills Housekeeping Team Leader (Not Essential):
* Experience supporting audits or inspections (e.g. CQC)
* Knowledge of staff management systems or digital platforms such as Outlook, Teams, Excel
* Training or experience in coaching and mentoring
* Previous experience in a hospice, hospital, or palliative care setting
What We Offer Housekeeping Team Leader:
* Starting at 27 days' annual leave (plus bank holidays)
* Company pension scheme
* Health and wellbeing support, including Westfield Health benefits
* Free on-site parking and uniform
* Ongoing training and professional development
How to Apply:
Apply online. For more information or an informal chat about the role, please get in touch before applying.