Lead by example and help create outstanding learning environments Stamford College is seeking a proactive and motivated Cleaning Team Leader to join our Estates team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with cleaning, facilities or supervisory experience who enjoys leading a team while remaining actively involved in day-to-day operations. As a working supervisor, you'll play a key role in ensuring our College and Borderville sites are safe, welcoming and maintained to the highest standards for students, staff and visitors. Enjoy greater flexibility outside of term time. During term time, the role works Monday to Friday from 12:00-8:30pm, ensuring our facilities are maintained to the highest standard for students and staff. During college holiday periods, there is increased flexibility around working hours to support both operational requirements and work-life balance. About the Role As Cleaning Team Leader, you will coordinate and support a team of cleaners, ensuring cleaning schedules are delivered effectively and standards remain consistently high across our sites. This is a hands-on role where you will lead by example, carrying out cleaning duties alongside supervisory responsibilities including planning, training, quality monitoring and staff support. Key responsibilities include: Leading, motivating and supporting a team of cleaners Planning and coordinating daily and periodic cleaning schedules Monitoring cleaning standards and carrying out quality audits Managing stock levels and cleaning equipment Supporting staff development, training and performance reviews Coordinating absence cover and rota planning Maintaining compliance with health and safety requirements Responding to operational issues and ensuring a high-quality service at all times About You We are looking for someone who: Has experience working within a cleaning, facilities or operational environment Has experience supervising or coordinating a team Takes pride in maintaining high standards and attention to detail Has strong organisational and communication skills Can work independently and make informed decisions Has a proactive, flexible and hands-on approach Understands the importance of health and safety and compliance Experience within an education, leisure, hospitality or facilities environment would be advantageous but is not essential. Why work for IEG? Generous Leave: 30 days of annual leave, plus Bank Holidays and Christmas close down. (Pro-rata for part time staff) Competitive Pension: Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS), including life assurance and death-in-service benefits Health and Wellbeing: Benefit from a gym, free on-site parking, access to employee assistance programme and a friendly team atmosphere Professional Development: Ongoing training and development opportunities, including sponsorship for HE/professional qualifications Employee Benefits and Rewards: Vivup employee benefits, including lifestyle savings, eligibility to apply for a Blue Light Card, providing access to a wide range of national discounts IEG is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children, young people and any vulnerable groups within the college community and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to a thorough vetting process which includes an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975, provides information about which convictions must be declared during job applications and related exceptions and further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS filtering guide. Candidates are reminded that if they are barred from working with Children it is a criminal offence to apply for this position.