Cleaning Supervisor

Posting date:	25 November 2025
Salary:	£27,300.0 per year
Hours:	Full time
Closing date:	09 December 2025
Location:	Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB3 0RX
Company:	Hays Specialist Recruitment
Job type:	Permanent
Job reference:	4749726_1764068847

Summary

Hours: 8:30am-4:30pm (Monday-Friday), term-time only, plus 3 weeks in the holidays (42 week contract)

Start date: January 2026, or sooner


Your new school
Gretton School welcomes autistic children and young people aged from 5-19 years old, as weekly boarders or as day learners.

Every learner at Gretton has a diagnosis of Autism, and the ability to learn at or above the level of their mainstream peers, but require a specialist setting in order to achieve their remarkable potential.

As autism specialists, we understand that consistent daily routines and staffing helps to keep anxiety at a minimum and ensures that our learners feel safe and confident in their surroundings.

We have a high staff to learner ratio and classes are small and personal - we know each of our learners really well and employ the best strategies to support them in their everyday school life.

A broad curriculum, an emphasis on holistic development, and the development of life and social skills, means that we are able to bring out the best in all our learners, and to provide them with opportunities to flourish.

At whatever stage a young person joins Gretton, we will ensure they are happy and prepared to make the most of the opportunities, responsibilities and experiences of life.


Your new role
As Cleaning Supervisor, you will play a vital role in maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness and hygiene across our school. You'll lead and coordinate a team of cleaners, ensuring all areas meet strict safety and cleanliness standards.

Key responsibilities include:

• Supervising and scheduling the cleaning team
• Inspecting cleaned areas and providing feedback
• Training staff on cleaning procedures, COSHH regulations, and health & safety protocols
• Managing stock levels and equipment maintenance
• Handling administrative tasks such as attendance monitoring
• Communicating with site managers and supporting the Facilities Team when needed
• Performing cleaning duties, including occasional deep cleans

This is a hands-on leadership role where your organisational skills and attention to detail will make a real impact.

What you'll need to succeed
We're looking for someone with:

• Previous experience in a cleaning role and managing a team
• Strong leadership, organisational, and time management skills
• Knowledge of cleaning methods, materials, and COSHH regulations
• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities
• A flexible, adaptable approach and willingness to perform manual cleaning tasks

Desirable: Experience in a school setting and an understanding of autism.

What you'll get in return

• A supportive, friendly team environment
• Opportunities for training and professional development
• The chance to make a meaningful difference in a specialist school setting
• A positive workplace culture where staff feel valued and respected

We reserve the right to close vacancies early if we have sufficient suitable applications. Therefore we encourage interested applicants to submit an application as soon as possible.

Safeguarding recruitment statement
Gretton School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff to share this commitment, applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including checks with employers and the Disclosure & Barring Service. We aim to be a fair employer and are committed to equal opportunities. Gretton School does not discriminate against employees on the basis of gender, ethnic origin, disability or age.

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