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Housekeeping Team Leader
Historic Royal Palaces is the independent charity that looks after the Tower of London, Hampton Court Palace, Kensington Palace, the Banqueting House, Kew Palace and
Hillsborough Castle & Gardens.
Home Palace: Hillsborough Castle
Status: Established/Permanent
Estimated Start date: 1 May 2024
Salary: £26,907 per annum, pro rata
Days/Hours of work: 36 hours per week.
Mon - Fri. Some evening and weekend / Bank Holiday work may be required.
About the role
Historic Royal Palaces is the independent charity that looks after the Tower of London, Hampton Court Palace, Kensington Palace, the Banqueting House at Whitehall, Kew Palace, and Hillsborough Castle.
Hillsborough Castle is a working Royal residence, with rooms for official and paying guests, and office space for HRP staff.
Within this role you will be responsible for leading and participating in Household Services including, but not limited to, cleaning of public areas and office spaces, housekeeping & laundry, overnight accommodation related services, internal engagements, food & beverage provision, ensuring that Hillsborough Castle is presented at the highest standards at all times, whilst remaining customer focused.
You will also be required to lead the Household team by assisting in attracting, recruiting, training, and appraising talented personnel.
About you
To succeed in this role, you will need to be an enthusiastic individual who works well under pressure and has an efficient and diplomatic approach with external stakeholders as well as staff and colleagues. You will need to possess IT skills in Word and Excel. Experience in a similar field of work and team-leadership skills are necessary. Efficient organisation and time-management for yourself and others is key.
Benefits include:
Enhanced holiday entitlement- Generous Employer’s Pension Contribution (up to 11%)
- Annual Pay Review & Bonus
- Critical Illness Cover/Income Replacement Scheme & Life Assurance
- Family-friendly policies and benefits
- Staff discounts and membership to all our palaces
Please apply online with your CV and a Covering Letter.
Additional Information
Historic Royal Palaces is an equal opportunities employer and truly values a diverse workforce. Applications are welcome from candidates regardless of their background.
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