Housekeeper

Busy Bees Nurseries; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Ongoing professional development and …

Hive benefits and wellbeing hub

Up to 28 days holiday per year (incl.

Your birthday off – it’s our gift to你

25% childcare discount

Enhanced family leave and return to be

Menopause support through Peppy

Financial support through Salary Fina

Employee Assistance Programme and Mind

Cycle to Work scheme

Pension access through Cushon

Private Medical Insurance (PMI)

Job summary

Busy Bees Ipswich Rushmere is seeking a Nursery Housekeeper to help maintain a safe, hygienic environment for children, staff and visitors. This role sits within the UK’s leading nursery group, offering a supportive setting and opportunities to grow within a vibrant community.

You will work with the Nursery team to uphold high hygiene standards, including adherence to Health and Safety procedures. A flexible four‑day week option and free staff facilities accompany a comprehensive benefits

Qualifications

• No formal qualifications required, though experience in a cleaning or housekeeping role is preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain high standards of hygiene.
• Friendly, reliable, and flexible.

Responsibilities

• Work in partnership with the Nursery team to ensure high level of hygiene and cleanliness are maintained throughout the Nursery.
• Ensure Health and Safety procedures are adhered to during cleaning.

Skills

Cleaning experience

Attention to detail

Friendly & reliable

Flexible

Job description

Join Our Team at Busy Bees – Leading Nursery Group in the UK

At Busy Bees, we believe in maintaining a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for children, parents, and staff. Join the UK’s leading nursery group and help ensure that every child’s learning space is hygienic, safe, and enjoyable.

About Us

Busy Bees is the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and more overseas. We are dedicated to giving every child the best start in life and are proud to have won awards for our workplace culture. At Busy Bees, we ensure that every member of our team feels heard, valued, and nurtured.

Why Work at Busy Bees?

We offer a supportive environment that empowers you to create engaging, educational spaces where children can thrive. As part of our team, you’ll be introduced to our unique Bee Curious curriculum, designed to foster curiosity and confidence in young learners.

Our Charitable Commitment

Through our partnership with BBC Children in Need, we offer fantastic opportunities for community involvement and fundraising to support children's lives.

About Our Nursery

Join our enthusiastic team at Busy Bees in Ipswich Rushmere, an Ofsted-rated Good nursery with a capacity of 112 children. Our facility features 10 wonderful rooms, six of which open up to a spacious outdoor area, promoting a seamless indoor-outdoor experience. We make regular use of nearby heathland and woodland areas, and our nursery enjoys monthly visits from a library bus to foster a love of reading. Conveniently located close to the A12 and A14, with two local bus routes connecting to the town center, we offer free lunch and parking for our staff. Additionally, there is an option to work a flexible four-day week, with local shops nearby, making this a fantastic opportunity to advance your career in early childhood education within a supportive and vibrant community.

Busy Bees Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Ongoing professional development and career progression
• Our ‘Hive’ benefits and wellbeing hub, with discounts across a huge range of retailers
• Up to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays)
• Your birthday off – it’s our gift to you!
• 25% childcare discount
• Enhanced family leave and return to work bonus
• Menopause support through Peppy
• Financial support through Salary Finance
• Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Easy access to your workplace pension through Cushon
• Discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI)

But wait, there’s more! You'll also enjoy access to our Benefits and Wellbeing platform, Hive - offering huge array huge of retail discounts helping your money to go further, along with a Wellbeing Hub featuring resources to support your physical and mental health. A Celebrating You section showcasing the ways we recognise and reward our valued team members. Plus, a dedicated Grow with Us area sharing the exciting development opportunities and training designed to support you to thrive and grow at Busy Bees.

What To Expect As a Nursery Housekeeper

• Work in partnership with the Nursery team to ensure that high level of hygiene and cleanliness are maintained throughout the Nursery.
• Whilst cleaning, you will ensure all Health and Safety procedures are adhered to.

What We’re Looking For

• No formal qualifications required, though experience in a cleaning or housekeeping role is preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain high standards of hygiene.
• Friendly, reliable, and flexible.

Help us keep our environment welcoming and safe for all.