Cleaning Duty Manager

Role IntroductionOur Cleaning Duty Managers are fundamental to ensuring that our school buildings, boarding houses and public areas are kept clean, tidy and inviting. Working on a rota pattern which covers 7 days per week, the Cleaning Duty Managers are responsible for trouble-shooting problems that arise, organising short term cover at times when the Workforce Planner is not on duty, building and maintaining close working relationships with Dames and other key stakeholders to ensure that their needs are being met, and working with the Head of Housekeeping and Central Cleaning and the Housekeeping and Central Cleaning Supervisors to identify areas for improvement in our cleaning service. Due to the needs of the school and the department, we may interview suitable candidates before the closing date. This job may also close early if a large number of applications are received. You are advised to submit your application as early as possible to avoid missing your chance to apply. Main DutiesBuilding and maintaining positive and constructive working relationships with Dames, Heads of Department and other key stakeholders to ensure that their needs are being met. This will include undertaking regular visits to boarding houses and other departments to hear feedback, and liaising closely with the Dame Cluster Group Heads about the housekeeping service that is provided; Working closely with the Domestic Bursar and the Housekeeping and Cleaning Supervisors to address any feedback; Troubleshooting any emergencies / problems which arise, where relevant working in conjunction with the Housekeeping Supervisors and the Workforce Planner regarding any staffing considerations to resolve those problems. Please be aware, this is likely to involve you in some cleaning activities; Working with Dames, Heads of Department and Housekeeping and Cleaning Supervisors to ensure that the Housekeeping and Cleaning Team are meeting the required standards and SLAs (including COSHH standards) an