Cleaning Supervisor

Job description

Job responsibilities

ROLE PROFILE

POST TITLE: Cleaning Supervisor

RESPONSIBLE TO: Area Cleaning Manager

LOCATION: Regional South Yorkshire

KEY CONTACTS: Executive Management Team

Human Resources

Job Statement

To ensure the delivery of high quality IPC cleaning services across designated sites in South Yorkshire by supervising cleaning operatives, conducting infection control audits and supporting the Area Cleaning Manager in maintaining safe compliant environments.

Key Responsibilities

IPC Operational Delivery

• Conduct weekly IPC audits documenting compliance and identifying improvements
• Ensure all IPC cleaning tasks meet BHF Cleaning Solutions standards and client requirements
• Oversee correct use of disinfectants sanitisation products and colour coding systems
• Provide hands on IPC cleaning support when required

People Supervision

• Supervise, motivate, and support IPC cleaning operatives
• Deliver training on IPC procedures, PPE use, and safe working practices
• Monitor attendance, performance, and adherence to IPC protocols
• Support rota planning and emergency cover

Communication & Reporting

• Report audit findings, site issues, and staffing concerns to the Area Cleaning Manager
• Maintain accurate records of IPC audits, stock and training
• Build positive relationships with clients and site contacts

Compliance & Safety

• Ensure all staff follow IPC COSHH and health & safety procedures
• Monitor equipment condition and arrange repairs or replacements
• Maintain stock levels of IPCapproved chemicals and ensure safe storage

Person Specification

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Strong knowledge of IPC cleaning standards including disinfection protocols colour coding and safe systems of work
• Audit and compliance skills able to complete detailed weekly site inspections
• Team supervision and leadership with the ability to motivate and support cleaning operatives
• Training and coaching ability particularly around IPC procedures PPE use and safe working practices
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
• Time management and organisational skills able to prioritise across multiple sites
• Problem solving skills with a proactive approach to resolving issues quickly
• IT literacy, able to complete audit forms, reports, and digital documentation
• Knowledge of COSHH safe chemical handling and health & safety legislation
• Ability to work independently making confident decisions when supporting sites and staff
• Personal Qualities
• Detail focused with a commitment to maintaining high IPC standards
• Professional and reliable especially when providing on call support
• Calm under pressure able to manage unexpected issues or staffing challenges
• Approachable and supportive building trust with cleaners and site contacts
• Hands on and practical willing to step in and assist with IPC cleaning when required
• Positive and solution driven always looking for ways to improve service delivery
• Flexible and adaptable comfortable working across multiple locations
• Integrity and discretion especially when working in sensitive environments
• Strong work ethic with pride in delivering safe hygienic spaces

Desirable

• Knowledge of COSHH, PPE protocols, and infection control legislation

Qualifications

Essential

• Experience in IPC cleaning or specialist cleaning environments
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to infection control standards
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively
• Good communication skills
• Ability to travel between sites

Experience

Desirable

• Experience conducting IPC audits

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

Barnsley Healthcare Federation

Address

B H F Priory Centre

Pontefract Road

Barnsley

South Yorkshire

S71 5PN

Employer's website

https://barnsleyhealthcarefederation.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)