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School Cleaning Supervisor
Location: Edinburgh Academy Senior School, 42 Henderson Row, Edinburgh, EH3 5BL
Pay: £13.90 per hour
Hours: 25 hours per week
Working Pattern: Monday to Friday, 3:00pm – 8:00pm
(Weekend working may be required depending on business needs)
Contract: 52-week contract
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About the Role:
We are recruiting a School Cleaning Supervisor to help deliver a high-quality, safe, and welcoming environment at Edinburgh Academy Senior School.This is a hands-on supervisory role, where you’ll lead by example, support your team on the ground, and ensure cleaning standards are consistently met across the school.
You’ll work closely with the Contract Manager and Cleaning Manager, overseeing both planned and dynamic cleaning activities, including floor care and reactive cleaning tasks throughout the school day.
This role is ideal for someone who enjoys being visible, proactive, and directly involved in daily cleaning operations.
Key Responsibilities:
Support the Contract Manager and Cleaning Manager in the day-to-day delivery of cleaning services
Supervise cleaning teams and activelyparticipatein dynamic and reactive cleaning, including floors and high-traffic areas
Ensure all cleaning standards meet Sodexo and client expectations
Deliver services in line with SLAs and KPIs, maintaining high standards at all times
Manage resources and costs within agreed budgets
Enforce Health & Safety, COSHH, fire safety, hygiene, and safe systems of work
Monitor performance and contribute to reviews and appraisalsWhat You’ll Do:
Lead the daily delivery of cleaning services to agreed quality, safety, and performance standards
Carry out and oversee dynamic cleaning, floor maintenance, and ad-hoc cleaning tasks as required
Allocate work, manage rotas, and support the team with attendance, sickness, and annual leave
Ensure cleaning schedules are followed, communicated, trained, and recorded
Conduct regular audits, monthly performance checks, and safety walks
Ensureappropriate safetysignage is always in place
Control cleaning materials, chemicals, and stores, ensuring safe storage and usage
Maintain strong knowledge of COSHH and chemical handling
Monitor equipment condition and arrange repairs or replacements when required
Identify training needs and deliver on-the-job training to cleaning operatives
Communicate professionally with clients, staff, and visitors
Report incidents, accidents, near misses, complaints, and compliments promptly
Provide cover across other areas during holidays or sickness whenrequired
Attend training sessions and team meetings, cascading information to staff
Promote positive working relationships and a professional company image
Carry out additional reasonable duties, including occasional overtimeWhat You Bring:
Proven experience in the cleaning or housekeeping industry
Previous supervisory or team-leading experience
A proactive, hands-on approach with the ability to manage dynamic cleaning environments
Strong communicationand customer service skills
Good knowledge of cleaning standards, methods, and innovations
Strong understanding of Health & Safety and compliance requirements
High standards of personal hygiene and professional presentationWhat We Offer:
Competitive pay at£13.90 per hour
On-site parking
24/7 virtual GP and mental health support
Employee Assistance Programme (legal, financial, and emotional support)
Sodexo employee discounts for you and your family
Cycle to Work scheme
Learning, training, and development opportunities
Retirement plan and death-in-service benefit
Paid volunteering days
Full training and uniform providedWhy Join Us:
Be part of a prestigious school with a strong community ethos
Lead a dedicated, professional cleaning team
Play a visible role inmaintaininga safe, clean learning environment
Enjoy stability, responsibility, and a healthy work-life balanceSafeguarding & Inclusion:
Sodexo and Edinburgh Academy are committed to safeguarding children and promoting inclusion. This role requires a satisfactory PVG check. We are a Disability Confident Leader and welcome applications from all backgrounds.
Ready to build a rewarding career in a respected school environment? Apply today and join us at Edinburgh Academy.
Note: Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we receive a high number of applications