Housekeeping Supervisor
- University of Nottingham
- United Kingdom, LND
- Jul 1, 2026
Job Description:
About the Role/Team
We are looking for an experienced and customer focused Housekeeping Supervisor to join the Halls Management Team on University Park.
Working within the Halls Management Team you will be responsible for managing large teams of Housekeeping Assistants and overseeing the day to day running of the Halls Housekeeping/cleaning function.
Main duties will include staff management, monitoring and maintaining cleaning standards in bedrooms and public spaces, identifying areas for service improvement and all aspects of line managing a team of direct reports. You will also order and maintain linen, chemical and equipment stock levels and monitor the care of equipment within the unit.
Candidates should be customer focused, have some previous staff supervision or management experience and work experience gained within a similar role at a similar level. Candidates must also be able to demonstrate an excellent knowledge of industry recognised cleaning techniques and have experience of stock management.
Further details regarding the duties for this post can be found on the attached job role profile.
Hours of work
- 36.25 hours per week, working 5 days out of 7 to be arranged. Please note the role holder for this post will be expected to work occasional weekends in term time but in conference time might include more regular weekends with hours to be worked between 8.00am and 3.00pm (more information will be provided during the interview).
We are committed to supporting work-life balance and welcome applications from candidates seeking compressed working arrangements. This is a permanent, part-time post, eligible for an additional 15% pay uplift for any hours worked over the weekends.
What we offer:
- Generous holiday entitlement of 27 days (or pro rata) plus standard bank holidays and five university closure days.
- Our reward scheme grants bonuses of numerous values for excellent work
- We are committed to staff development through the provision of training, continued support, and career progression opportunities
- You will have access to a range of benefits and rewards, including fitness and health facilities, staff discounts, travel schemes and many more. To find out more about what we can offer you, follow the link to our benefits website
- Employee Assistance Programme/Counselling Service- 24/7 support.
- Uniform provide plus the tools you need to do a great job.
The successful candidate for this post will be expected to attend the Estates and Facilities training courses which run Monday to Friday mornings. Further details will be given at interview.
This is a full time, permanent post.
To apply for this vacancy please click ‘Apply Now’ to complete your details.
For general queries please contact our Estates Recruitment email at [email protected] Please note that applications sent directly to this email address will not be accepted.
Closing Date: 30 Jun 2026
Category: Operations and Facilities
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Job Description:
About the Role/Team
We are looking for an experienced and customer focused Housekeeping Supervisor to join the Halls Management Team on University Park.
Working within the Halls Management Team you will be responsible for managing large teams of Housekeeping Assistants and overseeing the day to day running of the Halls Housekeeping/cleaning function.
Main duties will include staff management, monitoring and maintaining cleaning standards in bedrooms and public spaces, identifying areas for service improvement and all aspects of line managing a team of direct reports. You will also order and maintain linen, chemical and equipment stock levels and monitor the care of equipment within the unit.
Candidates should be customer focused, have some previous staff supervision or management experience and work experience gained within a similar role at a similar level. Candidates must also be able to demonstrate an excellent knowledge of industry recognised cleaning techniques and have experience of stock management.
Further details regarding the duties for this post can be found on the attached job role profile.
Hours of work
- 36.25 hours per week, working 5 days out of 7 to be arranged. Please note the role holder for this post will be expected to work occasional weekends in term time but in conference time might include more regular weekends with hours to be worked between 8.00am and 3.00pm (more information will be provided during the interview).
We are committed to supporting work-life balance and welcome applications from candidates seeking compressed working arrangements. This is a permanent, part-time post, eligible for an additional 15% pay uplift for any hours worked over the weekends.
What we offer:
- Generous holiday entitlement of 27 days (or pro rata) plus standard bank holidays and five university closure days.
- Our reward scheme grants bonuses of numerous values for excellent work
- We are committed to staff development through the provision of training, continued support, and career progression opportunities
- You will have access to a range of benefits and rewards, including fitness and health facilities, staff discounts, travel schemes and many more. To find out more about what we can offer you, follow the link to our benefits website
- Employee Assistance Programme/Counselling Service- 24/7 support.
- Uniform provide plus the tools you need to do a great job.
The successful candidate for this post will be expected to attend the Estates and Facilities training courses which run Monday to Friday mornings. Further details will be given at interview.
This is a full time, permanent post.
To apply for this vacancy please click ‘Apply Now’ to complete your details.
For general queries please contact our Estates Recruitment email at [email protected] Please note that applications sent directly to this email address will not be accepted.
Closing Date: 30 Jun 2026
Category: Operations and Facilities
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