Job Description

Bede's Trust requires two proactive and supportive individuals to join us as Housekeeping Supervisors at our Senior and Prep School.

The Housekeeping Supervisors will be responsible for leading, motivating, and managing a team of cleaning operatives to ensure the highest standards of cleanliness, hygiene, and presentation are consistently met across all designated areas. This role plays a critical part in operational efficiency, quality assurance, and staff development, directly contributing to a positive environment

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who has strong verbal and written communication skills having the ability to foster a collaborative and supportive team environment, maintaining a positive attitude under pressure. They will have knowledge of different types of cleaning chemicals with exceptional knowledge of COSHH. Previous experience of working in a school setting is desirable but not essential.

We will be offering two roles with the following terms:

Housekeeping Supervisor (Mornings)

Monday - Friday 37.5 hours per week, 52 weeks per year 6.00am - 2.00pm with a 30 minute unpaid break per day.

Housekeeping Supervisor (Afternoons)

Monday - Friday 37.5 hours per week, 52 weeks per year 12.00pm - 8.00pm with a 30 minute unpaid break per day.
Please state within your application which role you're interested in applying to.

Location:

These roles will mainly be situated at our Senior School in Upper Dicker with travel to our Prep School in Eastbourne each week.

Offering an attractive salary of 27,374.55 per annum (14 per hour / Full Time Equivalent 29,199.52) along with a range of staff benefits including:

A fantastic holiday allowance of 30 days plus bank holidays (full time equivalent) A generous company pension with salary exchange options Employee Assistance Programme Retail Discounts Aviva Digital GP app - swift and convenient access to a GP via video consultation Free use of School gym & pool facilities/discounted nationwide gym membership, Eye care vouchers, Refer a Friend Scheme Beneficiary Nominations (Death in Service), Complimentary Lunch provided Free onsite parking at the Senior School and idyllic working location by the sea.
We welcome applications from all sectors of the community as we aspire to attract staff that match the social and cultural diversity of our community. We consider the most important factor to be the right skills, abilities and attitude for the job which will ultimately improve the well-being and education of the pupils.

To find out more about this role and how to apply, please visit our website here:

https://bedes.ciphr-irecruit.com/Applicants/vacancy/216/Housekeeping-Supervisor

Bede's cannot accept applications on Indeed and you must ensure to apply through our website via the link above before the closing date.

Application Closing Date:

Friday 8th August 2025 at 8.00am.

Bede's Trust is committed to building a truly inclusive school and cultivating a culture of equality, diversity and kindness. We believe that a diverse staff body reflects and supports the diversity of our students and wider society. We are an equal opportunity employer and in recruiting for our team, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring in terms of your education, opinions, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, gender identity and expressions, nation of origin, age, languages spoken, colour, religion, disability, sexual orientation and beliefs.

Bede's is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to satisfactory references and an Enhanced DBS check

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: 27,374.55 per year

Expected hours: 37.5 per week

Benefits:

Bereavement leave Canteen Cycle to work scheme Discounted or free food Enhanced maternity leave Enhanced paternity leave Free parking Gym membership On-site gym On-site parking Referral programme Sick pay Store discount
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 08/08/2025