Housekeeping Team Leader / Senior Scout

Position: Housekeeping Team Leader / Senior Scout
Location: Oxford
Salary: 13.91 - 15.00 per hour

Our client is seeking a Housekeeping Team Leader / Senior Scout on a permanent basis in the City Centre of Oxford.

The Role:
As a Senior Scout, you will work within the Housekeeping Department, supervising a team of scouts responsible for maintaining the cleanliness and hygiene of student accommodation and communal areas. Your role is pivotal in ensuring that the highest standards of hygiene and presentation are consistently met.

Main Responsibilities:
Supervise team members, ensuring work is completed to high standards of cleanliness and hygiene.
Assist with room changes and support team members as needed.
Respond to team members' initial enquiries and report staff issues to the line manager.
Organise cover for unexpected absences and ensure good timekeeping.
Liaise with the line manager regarding cover for holidays or planned absences.
Ensure the safe use of cleaning materials and equipment by team members.
Assist with training team members and maintain relevant records.
Ensure scouts' pantries and stores are kept safe, clean, and tidy.
Prepare rooms and communal areas for occupation by students and conference delegates.
Report any damage, prohibited items, or defects.
Report any safety or welfare concerns regarding accommodation occupants.
Attend meetings with the Housekeeping Manager and team.
Assist with the management of laundry, linen, and other consumables.
Provide cover for colleagues in the event of absence.
Undertake other duties as directed by the Housekeeping Managers.

About You:
Applicants should have excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to relate well to senior members, staff, students, contractors, and suppliers. Experience working as a Cleaning Supervisor or Scout in a college environment is essential. Proficiency in Health and Safety, Manual Handling, and COSHH is required. An eye for detail, good interpersonal skills, and the ability to supervise and work effectively as part of a team are crucial. Candidates should be self-motivated, able to work without close supervision, and capable of handling routine problems. The ability to work to deadlines, remain calm under pressure, and maintain confidentiality is essential.

Required:
Good verbal and written English communication skills.
Experience as a Cleaning Supervisor or Scout in a college environment.
Training in Health and Safety and Manual Handling.
Training in COSHH.

Commutable Locations:
Oxford, Abingdon, Didcot, Bicester, Witney, Kidlington, Thame, Wallingford, Banbury

Key Words:
Senior Scout, Housekeeping Supervisor, Cleaning Supervisor, College Housekeeping, Oxford University, Health and Safety, COSHH, Manual Handling, Team Management, Cleaning Standards, Student Accommodation.

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