Cleaning Team Supervisor
Cape Town, South AfricaCompany
Rustenburg Girls’ High School
Location
Cape Town
Posted
1 day ago
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Job Description
**Job Advert Summary**:
Your duties will include supervision of a cleaning team of ten cleaners, ensuring that the facilities of this 130-year-old public school are clean and usable as per the planned cleaning schedule. As the team leader, you will conduct performance reviews, manage leave requests, prepare cleaning schedules and plan & supervise set-up, serving, cleaning & breakdowns for school and external events.
The Principal
c/o Mr Craig Leith
Rustenburg Girls’ High School
Camp Ground Road, Rondebosch, 7700
Fax No. 021-6867114
• *Closing Date: 1 November 2024**
• *Minimum Requirements**:
- Energetic and friendly while able to provide impeccable customer service.
- A confident communicator who can remain calm under pressure.
- Self-motivated and efficient in time management.
- Able to work both within a team and independently.
- Flexible and able to respond to the needs of a fast-paced and ever-changing work environment.
- Willing to act as a co-Tutor as part of the school’s Vertical Tutoring System.
- Prior work experience in a school would be an added advantage
Certification:
- South African citizen or in possession of a valid visa to live and work in South Africa (essential)
- Be in possession of a police clearance certificate or similar security clearance, or be willing to undergo such clearance checks (essential)
- Experience working at heights would be an advantage.
- A Driver's licence would be an advantage.
• *Language**:
- Fluent in both written and verbal English to a high standard (required).
- isiXhosa and/or Afrikaans fluency would be an advantage.
• *Duties and Responsibilities**:
Your duties will include supervision of a cleaning team of ten cleaners, ensuring that the facilities of this 130-year-old public school are clean and usable as per the planned cleaning schedule. As the team leader, you will conduct performance reviews, manage leave requests, prepare cleaning schedules and plan & supervise set-up, serving, cleaning & breakdowns for school and external events.
Your duties will include supervision of a cleaning team of ten cleaners, ensuring that the facilities of this 130-year-old public school are clean and usable as per the planned cleaning schedule. As the team leader, you will conduct performance reviews, manage leave requests, prepare cleaning schedules and plan & supervise set-up, serving, cleaning & breakdowns for school and external events.
The Principal
c/o Mr Craig Leith
Rustenburg Girls’ High School
Camp Ground Road, Rondebosch, 7700
Fax No. 021-6867114
• *Closing Date: 1 November 2024**
• *Minimum Requirements**:
- Energetic and friendly while able to provide impeccable customer service.
- A confident communicator who can remain calm under pressure.
- Self-motivated and efficient in time management.
- Able to work both within a team and independently.
- Flexible and able to respond to the needs of a fast-paced and ever-changing work environment.
- Willing to act as a co-Tutor as part of the school’s Vertical Tutoring System.
- Prior work experience in a school would be an added advantage
Certification:
- South African citizen or in possession of a valid visa to live and work in South Africa (essential)
- Be in possession of a police clearance certificate or similar security clearance, or be willing to undergo such clearance checks (essential)
- Experience working at heights would be an advantage.
- A Driver's licence would be an advantage.
• *Language**:
- Fluent in both written and verbal English to a high standard (required).
- isiXhosa and/or Afrikaans fluency would be an advantage.
• *Duties and Responsibilities**:
Your duties will include supervision of a cleaning team of ten cleaners, ensuring that the facilities of this 130-year-old public school are clean and usable as per the planned cleaning schedule. As the team leader, you will conduct performance reviews, manage leave requests, prepare cleaning schedules and plan & supervise set-up, serving, cleaning & breakdowns for school and external events.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Cleaning Staff Jobs in South Africa
What is the national minimum wage for cleaning staff in South Africa in 2026?
As per the Department of Employment and Labour, the national minimum wage for cleaning staff is R30.33 per hour effective from 1 March 2026. This amounts to R5,247 per month based on 173 hours. Overtime rates are 1.5 times the ordinary rate for hours exceeding 45 per week.
What work visa do foreigners need for cleaning staff jobs in South Africa?
Foreigners require a General Work Visa for non-critical skills roles like cleaning staff, processed through VFS Global on behalf of the Department of Home Affairs. The application fee is R1,520 as of 2026, and processing takes 8-10 weeks. A job offer from a registered employer and police clearance are mandatory.
Can I get a cleaning job in South Africa without Matric or experience?
No formal education like Matric is required for entry-level cleaning staff positions under the Basic Conditions of Employment Act. Employers may prefer 6 months of prior experience, but on-the-job training is common for beginners. Age eligibility starts at 16 years.
What documents do I need to apply for cleaning staff jobs at labour centres?
Required documents include a certified ID copy, matric certificate if available, CV, and two references. A medical fitness certificate and bank statement for payroll setup are also needed. Applications are submitted at nearest Employment Services office.
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