Nursery Housekeeper

Fennies Day Nurseries Ltd; Epsom; On-site; GBP 8,300 - 10,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-related bonus

Job summary

Fennies Day Nurseries Ltd is seeking a Nursery Housekeeper to keep rooms clean, safe and welcoming for children and staff. You’ll support educators by ensuring environments are ready for high-quality learning, with attention to detail and a collaborative approach.

The role offers 12.5 hours per week over five days, a competitive hourly rate up to £12.71, and a chance to earn a performance-related bonus. No prior experience required; full training provided.

Qualifications

• No previous experience required; training provided.
• You will maintain a clean, safe, welcoming environment across the nursery.
• You will work collaboratively with the wider team to support high-quality care.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming nursery environment.
• Work collaboratively with the wider team.
• Contribute to a warm, respectful atmosphere for children and staff.
• Follow cleaning schedules and safeguarding procedures.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Organised

Reliable

Safeguarding awareness

Job description

• Opportunity to earn a performance-related bonus
• 12.5 hours per week, 5 days

Create clean and safe spaces that welcome children and teams into them to grow,thriveand enjoy every day.

At Fennies, we know that a well-maintained environment is a key part of early childhood development. As a Housekeeper, you’ll support the nursery team by keeping rooms organised and hygienic, so they are ready for high-quality learning throughout the day.

Why join Fennies?

We support our team members with great benefits and a positive working environment.

Competitive salary and bonus

• Up to £12.71 per hour
• Opportunity to earn a performance-related bonus

Work-life balance

• 5 days a week
• 20 days annual leave increasing by 1 day for every year of service (up to 25) plus bank holidays
• Summer BBQs, Christmaseventsand company celebrations
• Recognition and reward through the Fennies Club long service awards

About the role

As Nursery Housekeeper, you’ll play an important role in maintaining a clean and safe nursery environment. Your work supports children’s well-being while helping educators focus on delivering exceptional care.

You will:

• Maintaininga clean,safeand welcoming environment across the nursery
• Work collaboratively with the wider team
• Contribute towards a warm and respectful atmosphere for children and teams
• Always show strong attention to detail while respecting confidentiality and safeguarding
• Identifyareas that need attention and take initiative to keep the nursery environment looking its best
• Follow cleaning schedules and hygiene procedures to support health and safety standards
• Help create calm, organised spaces that support children’s daily experiences

Your role is essential inensuringevery space reflects thehigh standardsexpected at Fenniesand supports the children and teams to grow and thrive.

Whatwe’relooking for

Youdon’tneedpreviousexperience.We’llprovide the support you need to succeed.You’rereliable, take pride in your work, and are committed to creating clean, organised spaces that help everything run smoothly.

We’relooking for someone who is:

• Dedicated tomaintaininga clean,safeand welcoming environment
• A supportive team player
• Organised and efficient
• Committed tohigh standardsof cleanliness,hygieneand presentation
• Proactive,dependableand able to use initiative
• Respectful of safeguarding,confidentialityand nursery procedures

Previouscleaning or housekeeping experience is helpful but not essential.We’llprovidethe guidance and training you need.

Become part of the Fennies DNA

We’re family-owned and family-run; this guides our culture, our decision-making, and what it feels like to be part of our team. From our supportive culture to our high-quality environments, we’re committed to creating exceptional places to work and learn. Our People Promise inspires us to build the kind of culture that is ambitious, passionate and supportive. We provide the environment where you can:

• Be Yourself
• Come Together
• Be All In
• Go Further

At Fennies, we celebrate diversity and believe inclusive teams create stronger learning environments for children. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued and supported.

Safeguarding

Fennies is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants willbe requiredto complete an enhanced DBS check and provide proof of identity. In line with Safer Recruitment guidance, online searches (including social media) may be conducted for shortlisted candidates.