Cleaning Operative

Sodexo
London
Job Introduction

At Universities by Sodexo , you will be an essential member of the team working as a Cleaning supervisor in University of Green . You will be responsible for four cleaning operatives and the site's overall appearance on a daily basis, providing outstanding cleaning services in order to keep the surroundings safe and hygienic for everyone. Your enthusiasm for what you do influences those around you, making a positive impact. Join Universities by Sodexo , and be part of something greater. You belong in a team where you can act with purpose and thrive in your own way.

What You’ll Do

  • Supervise and support a team of Cleaning Operatives to ensure standards and timescales are met.
  • Assist the Residence Manager with work allocation, rota planning, and monitoring staff attendance.
  • Carry out cleaning audits, identify training needs, and deliver staff inductions.
  • Ensure compliance with health & safety, COSHH, and company policies.
  • Maintain cleaning equipment, stock control, and ordering of supplies.
  • Respond to complaints, safety issues, and hazards, escalating where necessary.
  • Provide cover during staff absences and assist with special duties as required.

What You Bring

  • Strong leadership and people management skills.
  • Previous cleaning and supervisory experience preferred.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
  • Flexible, reliable, and committed to maintaining high standards of cleanliness and safety.

What We Offer

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater. You’ll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you’ll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you’ll be able to thrive in your own way. In addition, we also offer a range of resources, rewards and benefits for our colleagues and their families:

  • Unlimited access to an online platform offering mental health and wellbeing support.
  • Employee Assistance Programme to help with everyday issues or larger problems where you may need additional support, including legal and financial advice, support with work related issues or personal issues such as bereavement.
  • Access to a free health and wellbeing app that provides rewards for maintaining a healthy lifestyle and includes access to a 24hr virtual GP and various other services.
  • The Sodexo Discounts Scheme, offering great deals 24/7 (also open to friends and family) and/or the prepayment cashback card.
  • Money Insights and financial benefits via the Salary Finance Platform.
  • Save for your future by becoming a member of the Sodexo Retirement Plan
  • A death in Service benefit for colleagues who pass away whilst employed by Sodexo
  • Opportunities to enable colleagues to grow and succeed throughout their career at Sodexo, including apprenticeships and a variety of learning and development tools.
  • Cycle to Work Scheme to help colleagues to do their bit for the environment whilst keeping fit.
  • Volunteering Opportunities to enable all colleagues to help support worthwhile causes in our communities.
  • Flexible and dynamic work environment
  • Competitive compensation
  • Full training and full protective uniform supplied

Ready to be part of something greater? Apply today!

Sodexo and our Clients are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Certain roles will require applicants to undergo screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (UK) and / or Disclosure Scotland (Scotland)

  • Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we are in receipt of a high number of applications

Role Responsibility

  • Supervise and support a team of Cleaning Operatives to ensure standards and timescales are met.
  • Assist the Residence Manager with work allocation, rota planning, and monitoring staff attendance.
  • Carry out cleaning audits, identify training needs, and deliver staff inductions.
  • Ensure compliance with health & safety, COSHH, and company policies.
  • Maintain cleaning equipment, stock control, and ordering of supplies.
  • Respond to complaints, safety issues, and hazards, escalating where necessary.
  • Provide cover during staff absences and assist with special duties as required.

The Ideal Candidate

  • Strong leadership and people management skills.
  • Previous cleaning and supervisory experience preferred.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
  • Flexible, reliable, and committed to maintaining high standards of cleanliness and safety.

Package Description

“A role where the little details make a big difference”

Job Title: Cleaning Supervisor

Location: University of Greenwich ( Cutty Sark and Devonport)

Hours: 8:00am – 3:30pm, Monday to Friday (with some weekend work required)

Pay Rate: £14.35 per hour

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**Equated pay (sometimes known as spread-over pay) is a method of paying you for your contracted hours, working weeks and holiday pay spread over 12 months instead of just receiving pay during the months that you work and none during the school closures/non-working weeks. This means that you get paid equal amounts of pay every month. Further information will be supplied at interview stage.**

About The Company

About Sodexo

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better every day for everyone to build a better life for all. As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers each day through our unique combination of On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services.

We are committed to being an inclusive employer. We are a forces friendly employer. We welcome and encourage applications from people with a diverse variety of experiences, backgrounds and identities. We encourage our employees to get involved with our Employee Networks such as Pride, Sodexo Parents & Carers, Sodexo Disability, Ability network, So Together, Generations and Origins.

We’re a Disability Confident Leader employer. We’re committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations. We run a Disability Confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria for the job.

Click here to read more about what we do to promote an inclusive culture.

Attached documents

  • HR-5933_Benefits UK Brochure V9.pdf
Posted 2025-09-09

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