Leading Excellence Uppingham School Seeks New Domestic Team Leader
If you are a natural leader with a meticulous eye for detail and a passion for teamwork, Uppingham School has a pivotal role waiting for you. The school is currently recruiting an enthusiastic and reliable Domestic Team Leader to help maintain the prestigious standards of its academic buildings and create a welcoming environment for pupils, staff, and visitors.
This is a supervisory position that blends hands-on expertise with management, offering a unique opportunity to shape the domestic services of one of the UK’s leading boarding schools.
The Role: Leadership in Action
Working closely with the Assistant Cleaning Manager, the Team Leader is the "engine room" of the domestic department. You won't just be overseeing the work; you’ll be inspiring a team to deliver outstanding results. Key responsibilities include:
Team Management: Leading, motivating, and mentoring a team of Domestic Cleaners.
Operations: Planning cleaning schedules and managing essential supplies.
Quality Control: Carrying out regular inspections to ensure a "gold standard" of cleanliness and safety.
Training: Taking new staff under your wing to ensure they are confident in school procedures.
Flexible Shifts and Competitive Pay
Uppingham School understands the need for work-life balance and offers various shift patterns to suit different lifestyles. All roles involve working 6 days per week, with total hours ranging from 32.5 to 36 hours.
Available Shift Patterns:
Term-Time Focused: 8:30 am – 2:25 pm (32 weeks per year + 105 annual "clean down" hours).
Year-Round (Mid-Morning): 8:30 am – 2:25 pm (52 weeks per year).
Early Birds: 6:00 am – 12:30 pm (52 weeks per year).
Salary: £19,651.02 – £25,747.85 per annum (depending on the chosen shift pattern and experience).
Are You the Right Fit?
The school is looking for a candidate who leads by example. To be successful, you should have:
Proven experience in both professional cleaning and supervision.
The confidence to work independently and manage a diverse team.
Exceptional organisational skills and a proactive "can-do" attitude.
Strong communication skills for engaging warmly with pupils, parents, and colleagues.
Important Application Details
As with all roles at Uppingham School, there is a strong commitment to safeguarding.
Closing Date: 26 April 2026, 11:59 pm (Note: The school may close the vacancy early if enough applications are received).
Background Checks: Candidates must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including an enhanced DBS check. This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.
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