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Cleaning & Housekeeping Managers & Supervisors

Workers in this unit group manage and supervise cleaning and other housekeeping tasks within private households, hotels, schools, hostels and other non-private households, and in offices and other premises.

Tasks

  • Recruits or participates in the selection process for cleaning and housekeeping staff and takes charge of staff training
  • Assigns duties and responsibilities to staff and oversees working rotas
  • Supervises the activities of cleaners and other housekeeping staff and inspects work undertaken
  • Oversees the provision of cleaning and housekeeping supplies
  • Arranges for replacement of broken, defective tools and handles arrangements for repairs to fixtures and fittings
  • Manages budget for cleaning and housekeeping supplies and keeps record of expenditure.

Entry Requirements

There are no formal academic requirements, but GCSEs/S grades and/or relevant work experience may be needed in some instances. BTEC certificates and diplomas, NVQs/SVQs and degree level courses are available in relevant areas.


What could I earn?

Salaries for this occupation tend to start at £18,000 per annum and can progress up to £23,000 per annum.

Is it in growth or decline?

There are currently 7,832 employed Cleaning & Housekeeping Managers & Supervisors in the region.

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