School Housekeeping Manager

Location Hailsham
Discipline: Support Staff, Estates
Salary: £35k - 38k per year
Contact name: Medical Team

Contact email: supportstaff@careerline.co.uk
Job ref: ES 478
Published: about 12 hours ago
Startdate: 17/10/2025

School Housekeeping Manager - Eastbourne, East Sussex
Full Time, Permanent position
Attractive salary of £35,000 - £38,000 per annum (dependant on experience) 
 
Lead Our Housekeeping Team as our Housekeeping Manager.
Are you an experienced, proactive, and meticulous leader ready to ensure pristine environments across two prestigious schools in East Sussex?  This crucial, hands-on leadership role oversees all cleaning and upkeep for our client's Senior and Prep Schools, directly impacting the daily experience and reputation of the Trust.
 
Your Impact:
·Drive and maintain exceptional standards of cleanliness, hygiene, and aesthetic appeal.
·Lead, mentor, and manage the housekeeping team, fostering a culture of excellence.
·Implement best practices and manage resources to ensure operational efficiency.
·Ensure a positive, safe, and welcoming environment for Pupils, Staff, and Visitors.
 
Who You Are:
You're a natural problem-solver with strong communication skills and fantastic attention to detail. You provide clear direction, remain positive under pressure, and have a proven track record in a similar environment (highly desirable).
This is a Full Time, Permanent position, working 40 hours per week, 52 weeks per year from 08:30 - 17:00 Monday - Friday, this includes a 30 minute unpaid break. The role will be based mainly at their Senior School with travel to their Prep School in Eastbourne.  
Offering an attractive salary of £35,000 - £38,000 per annum (dependant on experience) along with a range of impressive staff benefits including:
·A fantastic holiday allowance of 30 days plus bank holidays (full time equivalent)
·A generous company pension with salary exchange options
·Employee Assistance Programme
·Retail Discounts
·Electric Vehicle Scheme
·Aviva Digital GP app - swift and convenient access to a GP via video consultation
·Free use of School gym & pool facilities/discounted nationwide gym membership,
·Eye care vouchers,
·Refer a Friend Scheme
·Beneficiary Nominations (Death in Service),
·Complimentary Lunch provided 
·Free onsite parking at the Senior School and an idyllic working location by the sea!
 
For full details, please apply online or call 01227 780888
 
Application Closing Date: Monday 3rd November 2025 at 8am.