Cleaning Team Leader

Sodexo France; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Full time

Job description

• 20 hours per week
• £14.50 per hour
• Monday - Friday
• 5:30pm till 9:30pm

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We’re looking for a reliable, motivated, and hands‑on Cleaning Team Leader to lead our evening cleaning team and help create a spotless, safe, and welcoming environment across the site. In this role, you’ll take pride in ensuring every task is completed efficiently and to the highest standards, while supporting and inspiring your team.

If you enjoy leading by example, taking ownership, and making a real difference in people’s day‑to‑day experience, this is the role for you. At Sodexo, your skills and leadership will help us deliver exceptional cleanliness, hygiene, and presentation, while keeping health & safety at the forefront.

What you’ll do:

• Lead and coordinate the daily activities of the cleaning team, allocating duties and monitoring performance to maintain consistent, high standards.
• Ensure all cleaning tasks are completed on time and to specification through regular inspections and quality checks.
• Provide training, guidance, and ongoing support to team members, including new starters.
• Maintain compliance with health, safety, hygiene, and emergency procedures, reporting hazards and maintenance issues promptly.
• Manage cleaning materials, equipment, stock levels, and operate specialist machinery including carpet cleaning and hard floor scrubber machines.
• Support operational needs with hands‑on cleaning, accurate documentation, team attendance oversight, and coordination of auditorium setups in line with daily schedules.

What you’ll bring:

• Proven experience as a Cleaning Team Leader (or similar), with strong knowledge of cleaning procedures, materials, equipment, and quality standards.
• Demonstrated ability to monitor and maintain high cleaning standards with excellent attention to detail.
• Strong leadership, communication, and team‑building skills, with the ability to train, motivate, and support staff.
• Effective time management and organisational skills, able to prioritise multiple tasks and solve problems promptly.
• Good understanding of workplace health, safety, and hygiene regulations.
• Physically capable of carrying out cleaning duties and operating equipment, with basic administrative and computer literacy skills.

What we offer:

Working with Sodexo is more than just a job — it’s a chance to be part of something greater. You’ll join a team that values you for who you are, supports your growth, and empowers you to make a real impact every day.

Benefits include:

• Access to wellbeing and mental health support through our online platform
• 24‑hour virtual GP service
• Employee Assistance Programme (including financial, legal, and personal support)
• Sodexo Discounts Scheme – great deals for you, your friends, and family
• Mercer Aspire Pension Plan
• Learning and development opportunities to grow your career
• Bike to Work Scheme – stay fit while helping the planet

Excited to grow with a team that values you? Don’t wait—apply today, and let’s build something amazing together