FTC Cleaning Estates Team Leader

Job DescriptionAt Places for People, we hire People, not numbers! So, if you like the sound of one of our jobs, please apply - you could be just who we're looking for! Of course, experience and track record are important, but we'remore interested in hiring someone that embodies our People Promises. That's someone that does the right thing, is enthusiastic and motivated to grow, believes in Community spirit, is respectful and enjoys their work. As the UK's leading Social Enterprise we're dedicated to creating inclusive and thriving Communities for both our Customers and Employees.nSo, what are you waiting for? Join a community that cares about you!nnMore about your rolenYou'll be responsible for managing and overseeing the performance of a team of Estates Operatives to ensure high-quality estate services. You'll collaborate closely with the Contracts Manager and key stakeholders to deliver services efficiently, maximizing productivity and value for money, while constantly reviewing routes for effectiveness. You'll monitor on-site activities, ensuring health and safety best practices are followed, and work with in-house teams and contractors to maintain high service standards and meet KPIs. You'll assist with identifying opportunities for additional works and supporting income streams, manage depots and fleet vehicles, and lead health and safety compliance. Additionally, you'll report H&S concerns, manage activities via IT systems, and help develop sites for sustainability. You'll also support the recruitment and development of the operative team to align with service and business objectives. This is a great opportunity for a cleaner with line management experience or an experience cleaner looking to step into a Team Leader role.nnThe EssentialCriteria for this role is listed below.nnExtensive practical experience of one or more aspect of estate services in cleaning.nPrevious abilityto createstrong, positive working relationships with operatives, peers, stakeholders and support teams.nMust have a full driving licensennnMore about younYou'll need extensive experience in estate services with a focus on cleaning for this role, alongwith strong leadership skills and the ability to set an example through clear communication. Building positive relationships with operatives, peers, and stakeholders is key, as well as being capable of working both independently and within a team. You should have high personal integrity, be outcome-focused, and possess the ability to motivate yourself and others. Attention to performance, values, and detail is essential, and you must be able to drive. Preferred qualifications include certifications in estate services, health and safety (e.g., IOSH), and previous line management experience.nnThe benefitsnWe are a large diverse and ambitious business, which will give you all the challenge you could wish for.nWe know that there's always more we can do to make you smile, that's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package with each role, yours will include:nnnCompetitive salary, with a salary review yearlynnnPension with matched contributions up to 7%nnnExcellent holiday package up to 35 days annual leave (including bank holidays) with the option to buy or sell leavennnCashback plan for healthcare costs up to 500 saving per yearnnnA bonus scheme for all colleagues at 2%nnnTraining and developmentnnnExtra perks including huge discounts and offers from shops, cinemas and much morenWhat's next?nIf you meet the criteria and are ready to make the next step in your career then click apply. You will be redirected to our careers site where you can discover more about the role, read a full job description and apply directly to us.nIf you are a Places for People customer and you're looking for support with your application, please contact our skills and employment team on [email protected] you are a recruitment agency please note we operate a PSL and do not take cold callsAt Places for People, safeguarding is everyone's responsibility. We are committed to creating safe communities for our customers and colleagues by protecting children, young people, and adults at risk from harm, abuse, and neglect.nWe follow robust safeguarding policies and procedures, ensuring all employees, volunteers, and contractors uphold the highest standards of safeguarding and accountability. Our recruitment process includes pre-employment checks, including Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks where applicable, to promote a safe and secure working environment.nBy joining Places for People, you are expected to contribute to our safeguarding culture, following our policies and reporting concerns to protect those in our communities.

Created: 2025-08-02