Hours: 40 hours per week / 5 days out of 7
Contract: Permanent
Required: ASAP
Bradfield College & St Andrew's Berkshire are co-educational independent boarding and day schools set within 250 acres of stunning Berkshire countryside, combining historic buildings with modern academic, boarding, sports and performance facilities. The College and school operate seven days a week and remains active year-round, welcoming pupils, staff, families and guests for a range of purposes.
We are seeking Housekeeping & Laundry Assistant Managers to support the delivery of high standards of cleanliness, hygiene and presentation across the College estate. This is a key operational role, providing day-to-day leadership to frontline teams and ensuring that our facilities remain safe, welcoming and well-presented for students, staff and visitors.
The Role
Reporting to the Housekeeping Manager, the Assistant Manager will take responsibility for the daily supervision, performance and standards of housekeeping or laundry teams within an allocated area of the College. Assistant Managers are assigned to specific operational areas such as Boarding Houses, Public Areas and Proactive Cleaning. The role is practical and visible, combining hands-on leadership with planning, inspections and team development.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and supervise housekeeping teams, ensuring high standards at all times
* Allocate daily tasks and cleaning schedules in line with BRICS productivity standards
* Conduct regular inspections and audits and address issues promptly
* Monitor team performance, attendance and standards
* Provide training and guidance including COSHH compliance
* Manage stock levels and authorised purchasing within budget
* Ensure equipment is maintained and used safely
* Report maintenance, health and safety and safeguarding concerns
* Support deep cleans, term transitions and peak periods
The Ideal Candidate
You will be an experienced supervisor or senior housekeeper who is ready for the next step or is already working in an assistant management role within cleaning, facilities, hospitality or a similar environment.
You will bring:
* Proven experience supervising a cleaning or facilities team
* A strong eye for detail and pride in high standards
* The confidence to lead, motivate and challenge a team
* A practical, organised and solution‑focused approach
* Good understanding of health & safety, COSHH and hygiene standards
* Flexibility to work within a seven‑day operational environment
* Clear communication skills and a professional, approachable manner
Formal qualifications are not essential; however, supervisory or cleaning‑related training is welcomed.
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Applications will be processed as they are received, and we may interview suitable candidates before the closing date.
Bradfield College reserves the right to make an appointment at any time, so early applications are encouraged.
Bradfield College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening as part of their application. This includes submitting an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Certificate prior to employment, registration of the DBS Update Service and checks with past employers.