Nursery Cleaner (Evenings)

The Old Station Nursery; Margate; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free childcare for first month

Discount on childcare 52%

31 days holiday + birthday off + extra

Training via The National College

Volunteer day paid

Perkbox discounts

Blue Light Card

Job summary

The Old Station Nursery Group is seeking a part-time Nursery Cleaner for The Avenues Montessori Nursery in Margate. You’ll help keep the nursery clean, hygienic, and welcoming for children and families, with evening shifts from 6pm. Experience with COSHH and attention to detail are essential.

Benefits include childcare support, generous holiday, and access to training through The National College, plus extra perks for community involvement and staff wellbeing.

Qualifications

• You must have previous experience in a cleaning role and a good knowledge and understanding of COSHH guidelines.
• Close attention to detail and pride in maintaining high standards.
• Reliable, proactive approach with the confidence to use your initiative.
• Good time management and the ability to prioritise your work.
• Care when using cleaning products and equipment, asking questions whenever you’re unsure.
• Friendly, respectful approach to working alongside others.

Responsibilities

• Clean nursery rooms, floors, surfaces, and shared areas thoroughly following the cleaning schedule.
• Maintain high standards of hygiene in toilets and changing areas.
• Use and store cleaning products and equipment safely, following COSHH guidance.
• Organise time and prioritise tasks so each area receives needed attention.
• Report hazards, maintenance concerns, or supplies that need replenishing.
• Work with nursery colleagues to keep the environment safe and welcoming.

Skills

Attention to detail

COSHH knowledge

Time management

Initiative

Reliable

Tools

Cleaning equipment

Job description

Join Our Team as a Nursery Cleaner.

Help create a place where little humans can explore and grow.

After a day of busy hands, curious minds, and new discoveries, your care helps get our nursery ready for the next adventure.

At The Old Station Nursery, we believe everyone is still growing -little humans and big humans alike. As a Nursery Cleaner at The Avenues, you’ll help create a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for children, families, and colleagues.

You’ll be part of a caring nursery community where every role matters, and the pride you take in your work makes a difference every day.

Why Join Our Team?

We take care of the people who care for our children and families. Here’s what that means for you:

• Childcare support: Free childcare for your first month, followed by a 52% discount based on your working hours.
• Time to recharge: 31 days of holiday, including national bank holidays, plus your birthday off and an extra day after 3 years of service.
• Space to grow: Access to The National College, with a library of courses and training to develop your practice and leadership.
• Connection to your community: One paid day each year to volunteer and support a cause that matters to you.
• Everyday support: With access to Perkbox, enjoy discounts on shopping, meals out, and everyday essentials, alongside wellbeing tools and online medical services. You’ll also be eligible for a Blue Light Card, helping your money go further with even more discounts.
• Recognition along the way: We celebrate the care and commitment you bring, with Employee of the Month recognition, long-service awards to mark your milestones, and referral bonuses for introducing friends or family to our team.

Pay: £12.71 per hour

Hours: Part-time 10 or 12.5 hoursover 5 days per week, Monday to Friday from 6pm-8pm / 6pm-8:30pm

Location

The Avenues Montessori Nursery
406 Northdown Road
Margate
Kent
CT9 3PG

Where You'll Be Working

The Avenues Montessori Nursery is situated in the charming Cliftonville area of Margate. Our nursery features two well-equipped and stimulating rooms, designed to provide an optimal learning environment. With free-flow access to a garden space, children have ample opportunities to explore and discover at their own pace. The Avenues Montessori Nursery is situated on Northdown Road, Cliftonville and is only a short walk from Margate town centre. Parking is available on the roads close to the nursery.

What You'll Be Doing

You’ll help keep the nursery clean, hygienic, and ready for the everyday moments that shape childhood.

From cleaning busy play spaces to making sure washrooms are fresh and hygienic, you’ll bring attention and care to the places children and colleagues use each day.

Your role will include:

• Cleaning nursery rooms, floors, surfaces, and shared areas thoroughly, following the nursery’s cleaning schedule
• Maintaining high standards of hygiene in toilets and changing areas
• Using and storing cleaning products and equipment safely, following COSHH guidance and product instructions
• Organising your time and prioritising tasks so each area receives the attention it needs
• Reporting hazards, maintenance concerns, or supplies that need replenishing
• Working with nursery colleagues to keep the environment safe and welcoming

Our values are simple: Own it. Be human. Make it happen. In your role, that means taking pride in a job done well, being considerate of others, and taking action when something needs attention.

What We’re Looking For

You must have previous experience in a cleaning role and a good knowledge and understanding of COSHH guidelines.

You’ll also bring:

• Close attention to detail and pride in maintaining high standards
• A reliable, proactive approach, with the confidence to use your initiative
• Good time management and the ability to prioritise your work
• Care when using cleaning products and equipment, asking questions whenever you’re unsure
• A friendly, respectful approach to working alongside others

We’re looking for someone who understands that a well-cared-for environment helps everyone feel comfortable, safe, and ready for their day.

Please note: we are currently unable to offer sponsorship for this role.

The Old Station Nursery is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and we expect all applicants to share this commitment. All roles are subject to enhanced DBS checks, satisfactory references, verification of your right to work in the UK, and any essential qualifications. If successful, our Onboarding Team will guide you through every step of the onboarding process. We are proud to be an inclusive employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. Reasonable adjustments will be considered to support fairness and accessibility for all candidates. This role involves regulated activity with children.