Cities
In-Store Cleaning Manager
Company
OCS
Location
London
Posted
3 days ago
Via
via LinkedIn
Job Description
About The Role:
Working Pattern
0600-1300 Monday to Saturday 1 hour break
We’re recruiting for an In-Store Cleaning Manager to join our passionate and driven Cleaning team.
You’ll oversee all cleaning and associa ted duties carried out by your team ensuring that a high standard is consistently delivered.
Key responsibilities:
• Overseeing and assisting with the cleaning of the floors, communal areas, stairwells, and washrooms (plus other ad hoc areas).
• Managing staff rotas, holiday requests, absence management, informal performance management and supporting with recruitment of new employees where/when required.
• Complete site audits on a weekly basis ensuring any required actions are documented and completed as quickly as possible
• Identify any training needs on-site, conduct the coaching/training, including Health & Safety and keep appropriate records of training completed on-site.
• Adherence to company policies and procedures
• Supporting the Area Manager with investigation matters such as personal accidents or potential formal performance management.
• Responsibility for monitoring cleaning products on-site, maintaining stock levels and submitting orders as required in line with agreed site budgets.
The ideal candidate should meet the following criteria:
• You must have right to work in the UK.
• Previous experience as a Manager or Supervisor in cl eaning or a similar field is desirable
• Experience in staffing, rotas, training, and basic HR compliance is desirable
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Able to work to deadlines and prioritise as well as being flexible with working hours and da ys.
Why join OCS?
✅ OCS are ranked 36th on Glassdoor’s Best Companies to Work For in 2025, reflecting our dedication to building a supportive workplace where our colleagues feel valued and motivated.
🚀 We believe in investing in our colleague’s futures. The OCS Academy provides a range of digital courses and resources that will allow you to grow your personal skills and advance your career .
🙂 With our Hapi app, you can gain access to exclusive discounts, reward s and wellbeing resources.
🌟 Our values are Trust, Respect, Unity and Empowerment – they’re TRUE. Guided by these values and principles, we’re on a mission to make people and places the best they can be , this includes our TRUE start Awards.
📝 We now have over 600 live apprenticeships in the UK & Ireland — with a target of 1,000. That means more growth, more careers , more opportunity, allowing our employees to empower themselves with further development and qualifications!
💰 Access a portion of earned wages before payday with our Wagestream App! (eligibility for this benefit can be discussed at interview as this benefit is specific to business contracts)
WAGESTREAM IS CONTRACT SPECIFIC
About The Company:
OCS UK & Ireland is a leading facilities management company with 50,000+ colleagues and a turnover in excess of £2bn. We deliver innovative, award-winning services within facilities management, hard services, cleaning, security and catering.
Our mission is to make people and places the best they can be for our colleagues, customers and the communities we serve. Our commitment to doing business the right way is rooted in our TRUE values - Trust, Respect, Unity, and Empowerment.
Why Work for OCS?
✅ Award-Winning Employer : Ranked 36th on Glassdoor’s Best Companies to Work For 2025 — we value and motivate our people.
🚀 Digital Learning : The OCS Academy offers digital courses and resources to help you build skills and grow your career.
🙂 Retail Perks With our Hapi app, you can gain access to exclusive discounts, rewards and wellbeing resources.
📝 Professional Growth : 600+ live learners across UK&I — Empowering colleagues with further development and qualifications!
💰 Flexible Pay : Access a portion of earned wages before payday with our Wagestream App! (Contract Specific)
How to Apply:
If you are interested in joining a business that encourages professional development, career progression and the chance to work with inspirational people then please click apply and register your interest! You can also sign up to our job alerts when registering which will notify you when other suitable vacancies are available.
We are an equal opportunities employer and rely on a diverse workforce with a broad range of knowledge, skills, and backgrounds to deliver our goals. We offer an inclusive and welcoming environment and actively encourage applications from all individuals regardless of race, gender, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or age.
Working Pattern
0600-1300 Monday to Saturday 1 hour break
We’re recruiting for an In-Store Cleaning Manager to join our passionate and driven Cleaning team.
You’ll oversee all cleaning and associa ted duties carried out by your team ensuring that a high standard is consistently delivered.
Key responsibilities:
• Overseeing and assisting with the cleaning of the floors, communal areas, stairwells, and washrooms (plus other ad hoc areas).
• Managing staff rotas, holiday requests, absence management, informal performance management and supporting with recruitment of new employees where/when required.
• Complete site audits on a weekly basis ensuring any required actions are documented and completed as quickly as possible
• Identify any training needs on-site, conduct the coaching/training, including Health & Safety and keep appropriate records of training completed on-site.
• Adherence to company policies and procedures
• Supporting the Area Manager with investigation matters such as personal accidents or potential formal performance management.
• Responsibility for monitoring cleaning products on-site, maintaining stock levels and submitting orders as required in line with agreed site budgets.
The ideal candidate should meet the following criteria:
• You must have right to work in the UK.
• Previous experience as a Manager or Supervisor in cl eaning or a similar field is desirable
• Experience in staffing, rotas, training, and basic HR compliance is desirable
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Able to work to deadlines and prioritise as well as being flexible with working hours and da ys.
Why join OCS?
✅ OCS are ranked 36th on Glassdoor’s Best Companies to Work For in 2025, reflecting our dedication to building a supportive workplace where our colleagues feel valued and motivated.
🚀 We believe in investing in our colleague’s futures. The OCS Academy provides a range of digital courses and resources that will allow you to grow your personal skills and advance your career .
🙂 With our Hapi app, you can gain access to exclusive discounts, reward s and wellbeing resources.
🌟 Our values are Trust, Respect, Unity and Empowerment – they’re TRUE. Guided by these values and principles, we’re on a mission to make people and places the best they can be , this includes our TRUE start Awards.
📝 We now have over 600 live apprenticeships in the UK & Ireland — with a target of 1,000. That means more growth, more careers , more opportunity, allowing our employees to empower themselves with further development and qualifications!
💰 Access a portion of earned wages before payday with our Wagestream App! (eligibility for this benefit can be discussed at interview as this benefit is specific to business contracts)
WAGESTREAM IS CONTRACT SPECIFIC
About The Company:
OCS UK & Ireland is a leading facilities management company with 50,000+ colleagues and a turnover in excess of £2bn. We deliver innovative, award-winning services within facilities management, hard services, cleaning, security and catering.
Our mission is to make people and places the best they can be for our colleagues, customers and the communities we serve. Our commitment to doing business the right way is rooted in our TRUE values - Trust, Respect, Unity, and Empowerment.
Why Work for OCS?
✅ Award-Winning Employer : Ranked 36th on Glassdoor’s Best Companies to Work For 2025 — we value and motivate our people.
🚀 Digital Learning : The OCS Academy offers digital courses and resources to help you build skills and grow your career.
🙂 Retail Perks With our Hapi app, you can gain access to exclusive discounts, rewards and wellbeing resources.
📝 Professional Growth : 600+ live learners across UK&I — Empowering colleagues with further development and qualifications!
💰 Flexible Pay : Access a portion of earned wages before payday with our Wagestream App! (Contract Specific)
How to Apply:
If you are interested in joining a business that encourages professional development, career progression and the chance to work with inspirational people then please click apply and register your interest! You can also sign up to our job alerts when registering which will notify you when other suitable vacancies are available.
We are an equal opportunities employer and rely on a diverse workforce with a broad range of knowledge, skills, and backgrounds to deliver our goals. We offer an inclusive and welcoming environment and actively encourage applications from all individuals regardless of race, gender, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or age.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Cleaning Staff Jobs
What is the National Living Wage rate for cleaning staff jobs in the United Kingdom from April 2026?
The National Living Wage for workers aged 21 and over is £12.50 per hour as of 1 April 2026 according to the latest rates published on GOV.UK. Cleaning staff on zero-hour contracts must receive this rate for every hour worked including travel time between sites. Overtime does not attract a higher statutory rate but must still meet the £12.50 minimum.
Do I need a visa or work permit to apply for cleaning staff jobs in the United Kingdom in 2026?
Non-UK nationals must complete a right to work check before starting any cleaning role and can only work if they hold a valid visa such as Skilled Worker or Seasonal Worker permit. The Seasonal Worker visa allows up to 6 months employment in 2026 with a maximum of 3 months per employer. Employers must verify documents via the GOV.UK online service before the first shift.
What documents are required to apply for cleaning staff jobs in the United Kingdom?
Applicants must provide a valid passport or national identity card plus proof of right to work such as a share code from the GOV.UK service or a biometric residence permit. No formal education certificates are required but employers often request a basic DBS check certificate for roles in schools or hospitals. A National Insurance number must be supplied within 8 weeks of starting work.
How many hours per week and how much annual leave do cleaning staff receive in the United Kingdom?
Full-time cleaning contracts are typically 37.5 hours per week with a maximum average of 48 hours under the Working Time Regulations 1998. Workers receive 5.6 weeks of paid holiday per year including bank holidays which equals 28 days for someone working 5 days a week. Part-time staff accrue leave on a pro-rata basis at 12.07% of hours worked.
