Cleaning Supervisor - Part Time

We are looking for a cleaning supervisor to supervise a team of cleaning staff across our campuses and student accommodation to deliver a high-quality cleaning service.

• Ensure that an efficient cleaning service is delivered, and high quality standards are maintained.
• Manage equipment, materials and stock levels.
• Train and develop staff.
• Control costs to ensure services are delivered within agreed budget.
• Maintain and record necessary records.

• Experience in a supervisory role within the cleaning industry.
• Strong people skills.
• Attention to detail and high standards of work.
• Good relationship building skills with the ability to communicate at all levels.
• A good understanding of Health and Safety regulations.
• Good general level of education.

Previous management or supervisory experience is essential particularly in cleaning setting but more important is the ability to work under your own initiative and lead and motivate a team. In addition to ensuring high quality cleaning standards are met you will also be responsible for maintaining stock levels, staff training and development.

This post will be for 25 hours 2pm-7pm Monday-Friday.

You may be eligible to choose from a number of benefits during your appointment, subject to any rules applicable to the relevant benefit (as amended from time to time). Further details of these benefits are available on the intranet.

• Competitive salaries.
• Standard Life Pension scheme – with employer contribution of up to 12% to the University’s defined contribution scheme.
• Long Service Recognition - £200 gift voucher, certificate, and afternoon tea with Vice Chancellor for 25 & 40 years of service.
• Free Will Writing Service - Complimentary will drafting for employees and their partners.
• IT & Mobile Discounts - EE Perk (20% off for family & friends) & software discounts.

• Wellbeing and Mental Health Support - 24/7 access to EAP service, free counselling sessions, wellbeing support resources and Occupational Health Service.
• Gym memberships discounts – at our Walsall Campus and discounts at WV Active sites in Wolverhampton.
• Eyecare Support - Free eVoucher for eye tests and glasses contribution.
• Flu Vouchers - Free flu vaccinations for staff.
• Paycare Health Benefit Plan - Covers optical, dental, physiotherapy, and personal accident insurance.
• Chaplaincy & Prayer Rooms – Access to multi-faith chaplaincy services.

• Generous Annual Leave (see table below)
• Flexible & Agile Working - Flexible and Hybrid working arrangements.
• Free On-site Parking - available across campuses.
• Cycle Benefits Scheme - Save up to 42% on a bike & accessories via salary sacrifice.
• Employee Discounts - Savings on groceries, fashion, and entertainment.
• Travel Discounts - Up to 10% off holidays through Sodexo Circles.

• Staff Network and Inclusion - Access to support networks and events with our LGBTQ+, Global Majority, Disability, and Women's networks.
• Library Access - Staff have access to books and resources at our onsite libraries.
• Staff Scholarship Scheme - Funding for part-time higher education, up to PhD level.
• Leadership and Management Development - Access to training opportunities to support you with advancing in your career.

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The University of Wolverhampton is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

• preventing unlawful discrimination and harassment.
• promoting equality of opportunity.
• fostering an inclusive environment where colleagues are treated with dignity and respect.

We strive to create a workplace in which colleagues have the confidence and freedom to be themselves, while working professionally and in accordance with equality legislation and University policies.

We recognise that applicants may use AI tools to support the preparation of their applications. However, submissions must reflect your own experience, achievements and motivations.

We want to understand what you personally bring to the role. Please ensure your application accurately represents your own voice and capabilities.

We recognise the value of flexible working arrangements and are open to discussion wherever possible.