Pay: £12.71 - £15.50 per hour
About the role
We are currently recruiting for a Deputy Head Housekeeper to join our team in Colchester. This is a key operational role within the housekeeping department, supporting high standards of cleanliness, team coordination, and service delivery.
The successful candidate will initially work as a Deputy Head Housekeeper for approximately 4 weeks, before stepping up into a temporary Head Housekeeper cover role to cover sickness. Once the current Head Housekeeper returns, the role will revert back to the Deputy Head Housekeeper position.
This is a dual structure opportunity:
Stage 1: Deputy Head Housekeeper (initial period of approx. 4 weeks and ongoing role)
• 2 days per week Deputy duties and 3 days supporting wider operational housekeeping duties
• Pay: £13.20 per hour (For deputy duties) / £12.71 to £12.95 per hour (For supervisor and/or Room Attendant duties)
Stage 2: Temporary Head Housekeeper cover
• This will begin after 4 weeks of carrying out the deputy role
• 40 hours per week, 5 days per week
• Expected duration: approximately 3 months (subject to review as may be shorter and may be longer - depends on the time in which the current Head Housekeeper returns)
• Pay: £15.50 per hour during this cover period
Once the current Head Housekeeper returns, the role will revert to the Deputy Head Housekeeper position.
We are looking for someone who:
• Has previous housekeeping supervisory and management experience
• Is confident stepping into a leadership role when required
• Can maintain high standards under pressure
• Is flexible and adaptable in a changing operational environment
• Has a hands on, team focused approach
Why apply?
This is a great opportunity for someone looking to step up into a Head Housekeeper
role temporarily while securing a long-term Deputy position with huge potential of a
long-term career growth. It offers both stability and valuable leadership experience
within a supportive environment.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Temporary
Benefits:
• Company pension
• Employee discount
• Health & wellbeing programme
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
You may have experience of the following: Deputy Head Housekeeper, Assistant Head Housekeeper, Housekeeping Supervisor, Senior Housekeeper, Head Housekeeper (acting or temporary), Hotel Housekeeping Team Leader, Cleaning Supervisor, Hospitality Supervisor, Accommodation Supervisor, or Facilities Housekeeping Lead
Salary description
£12.71 - £15.50 per hour