Nursery Housekeeper

TN United Kingdom; Farnborough; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

An established nursery group is seeking a dedicated Housekeeper to maintain a clean and safe environment for children and staff. This role is vital in supporting daily routines and ensuring high standards of cleanliness. The ideal candidate will have a caring nature, strong practical skills, and a keen attention to detail. In return, the nursery offers comprehensive training, competitive salary packages, and numerous benefits, including discounts on childcare and opportunities for career development. Join a team that values reliability and makes a positive impact on the lives of children and their families.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

50% staff discount on childcare

25% childcare discount for family members

Birthday or Christmas shopping day off

Training and career development opportunities

Company bonus scheme

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Annual leave increasing with service

Option to purchase additional holiday

Discounts at over 1,500 retailers

Qualifications

• Experience in housekeeping or cleaning roles is preferred.
• Ability to follow health and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene across nursery areas.
• Organise cleaning schedules aligned with daily routines.
• Support maintenance tasks in collaboration with the nursery manager.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Organisational Skills

Reliability

Practical Skills

Education

Basic Health and Safety Training

Job description

Keeping the nursery organised, clean and safe is no small task, which is why the role of Housekeeper is so important. The variety of housekeeping tasks and cleaning you carry out will help to support daily routines and maintain high standards, ensuring everyone can enjoy a clean, safe, organised, and welcoming environment. You’ll have a direct impact on children, their parents/carers, visitors, and staff.

We are looking for someone with a caring nature, personable approach, and good practical skills. Reliability and attention to detail are essential to make a positive difference. In return, we will provide all the necessary training to help you thrive.

Our established nursery group offers the following benefits and opportunities:

• A competitive salary package, including pension and sick pay
• 50% staff discount on childcare places
• 25% childcare discount for a family member
• Birthday or Christmas shopping day off
• Training and career development opportunities
• Opportunity to gain further qualifications and participate in a company bonus scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Annual leave increasing with service, up to 33 days including bank holidays
• Option to purchase additional holiday
• Discounts at over 1,500 retailers through PerkPal
• Monthly staff recognition schemes
• Annual Christmas party for staff

Key responsibilities include:

Domestic

• Supporting maintenance in collaboration with the nursery manager
• Organising a cleaning schedule aligned with daily routines
• Maintaining cleanliness, tidiness, and hygiene across all nursery areas
• Cleaning and disinfecting sinks, toilets, surfaces, windows, and floors
• Managing laundry and stock of consumables
• Handling waste and recyclables appropriately

Health & Safety

• Wearing a clean uniform and suitable footwear
• Following health, safety, and welfare policies and procedures
• Adhering to risk assessments and COSHH regulations
• Storing cleaning products safely and securing the nursery at the end of shifts

Your experience

• Friendly interaction with children, parents, staff, and visitors
• Ability to use initiative, prioritise, and work independently or as part of a team
• Good organisational skills and willingness to undertake training
• Punctuality, reliability, and confidentiality

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. Safeguarding is a priority, and an enhanced DBS check is required for this role.