Nursery Cleaner

Family First Group; Worcester; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

75% childcare discount

Birthday off

Employee wellbeing programme

Job summary

Just Imagine Day Nursery - Colchester, part of the Family First Group, is seeking a reliable Nursery Housekeeper to maintain the highest cleanliness standards. The role is a part-time evening position (6:00pm–8:00pm, 10 hours per week) supporting a safe and welcoming environment for children and staff.

You will work closely with the nursery team, using safe cleaning practices and COSHH-aware procedures, with benefits including a 75% childcare discount and wellbeing programme.

Qualifications

• Essential: reliable and punctual, able to work independently, good attention to detail, pride in cleanliness, positive approach.
• Desirable: previous cleaning or housekeeping experience, COSHH knowledge, nursery/school/healthcare environment experience.

Responsibilities

• Clean and maintain playrooms, bathrooms, kitchens and communal areas.
• Sweep, mop, dust, sanitize surfaces and empty bins.
• Disinfect children's bathrooms and high-touch areas; manage nursery linen laundry.
• Assist with washing up and kitchen cleanliness; report stock needs.
• Follow Health & Safety, COSHH, infection control and safeguarding procedures.

Skills

Reliable

Punctual

Independent

Attention to detail

Positive attitude

Job description

What we offer:

• 75% childcare discount
• 24 days annual leave plus bank holidays and your birthday off
• Employee wellbeing and assistance programme
• Tailored learning and development opportunities
• Refer a Friend bonus scheme
• Supportive and welcoming team environment
• Opportunities to grow within the Family First Group

The role:

As Nursery Housekeeper, you will help maintain the highest standards of cleanliness and hygiene throughout the nursery.

Responsibilities include:

• Cleaning and maintaining playrooms, bathrooms, kitchens, and communal areas
• Sweeping, mopping, dusting, sanitising surfaces, and emptying bins
• Cleaning and disinfecting children's bathrooms, nappy changing areas, and high-touch surfaces
• Supporting laundry duties, including washing, drying, folding, and organising nursery linen
• Assisting with washing up and maintaining cleanliness within kitchen areas
• Using cleaning products and equipment safely and appropriately
• Monitoring cleaning stock levels and reporting replenishment requirements
• Following Health & Safety, COSHH, infection control, and safeguarding procedures at all times
• Supporting periodic deep cleaning tasks as required
• Working closely with the nursery team to ensure a safe and welcoming environment for all

What we're looking for:

Essential:

• Reliable and punctual
• Able to work independently
• Good attention to detail
• Takes pride in maintaining high standards of cleanliness
• Positive and proactive approach to work

Desirable:

• Previous cleaning or housekeeping experience
• Knowledge of safe cleaning practices and COSHH procedures
• Experience working in a nursery, school, healthcare, or similar environment

If you are looking for a rewarding part-time role where your work makes a genuine difference every day, we would love to hear from you.

We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty.

Just Imagine Day Nursery - Colchester is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group.

Nursery Cleaner / Housekeeper Just Imagine Day Nursery - Colchester Permanent | 10 Hours Per Week Monday - Friday | 6:00pm - 8:00pm £12.71 per hour 75% Childcare Discount | Birthday Off | Employee Wellbeing Programme

Are you looking for a part-time role that fits around your day while making a real difference to children's lives?

Just Imagine Day Nursery - Colchester is looking for a reliable and hardworking Nursery Housekeeper to help keep our nursery clean, safe, and welcoming for children, families and staff. You will play a vital role behind the scenes, ensuring our playrooms, bathrooms, kitchens, and communal areas are maintained to the highest standards every day. Your work will help create an environment where children can learn, play, and thrive safely. We can be flexible with working hours for the right candidate, making this role ideal for parents, school-hour workers, students, or anyone looking for a regular part-time position. Whether you have previous cleaning